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Push for development of Thailand into global halal hub
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/02/2026
» The Thai halal industry, which includes food and tourism, has strong growth potential, according to the Thai Muslim Trade Association (TMTA).
Restaurants face a rough 2026
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/02/2026
» The restaurant industry continues to face several challenges this year, as tourism has not fully recovered, labour shortages persist and costs remain high.
WashXpress to open 100 new launderettes this year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/01/2026
» MAI-listed Laundry You Plc (WASH), operator of the WashXpress launderette chain, expects the Thai market to grow this year despite a sluggish economy, and plans to open 100 new branches in 2026.
Safety first for Chinese
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 24/12/2025
» Thai tourism started 2025 with a scandal as Chinese actor Wang Xing was abducted and taken to a scam centre in Myanmar, then an earthquake shook Bangkok, natural disasters persisted throughout the year, and a border skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia remains ongoing.
CPN invests B1.2bn in Chiang Mai upgrade
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/12/2025
» SET-listed Central Pattana (CPN) has invested 1.2 billion baht to transform the shopping mall Central Chiangmai Airport into a new mixed-use landmark, strengthening the city's allure.
Catering with a conscience
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 22/12/2025
» What if we could eat good food and also help save the Earth?
TAT seeks 6.7m Chinese arrivals in 2026
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 19/12/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aims to restore the Chinese market to 6.7 million arrivals in 2026, rolling out more partnerships to offset a sharp plunge this year, including a letters of intent (LOIs) signed with a Chinese travel agent and the Haikou tourism authority.
New round of clashes hurt eateries in border areas
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 11/12/2025
» The latest round of border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia has hit businesses located along the border. Restaurant operators are concerned that the tensions are discouraging people from visiting the areas during the peak season for tourism.
Ad spending flat in 2026
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/12/2025
» Marketers are unlikely to increase their budgets next year, according to a survey by the Marketing Association of Thailand (MAT).
Thailand taps into silver workforce
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/11/2025
» Thailand has become an "aged society", where more than 20% of its population is 60 or older. With a shrinking birth rate and a growing elderly population, the country faces challenges in terms of labour and social issues.