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Election puts new rules in limbo
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/01/2026
» In 2026, several taxes are in the Finance Ministry's pipeline that will affect salaried employees, the public and businesses.
Thailand considers excise tax hikes on imported EVs
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/07/2025
» The Ministry of Finance is studying the imposition of a higher excise tax on imported electric vehicles (EVs) that use a low proportion of local content.
Proposed battery tax rejig to reward energy efficiency
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/01/2025
» The Finance Ministry plans to propose to the cabinet next month a revision of the battery tax from a flat rate for all battery types to a tiered rate, with more efficient batteries subject to a lower levy than less efficient batteries.
State revenue tally slightly off target
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/06/2024
» The government's net revenue collection for the first eight months of fiscal 2024 was 1.5% below its target.
Cabinet approves new energy subsidies
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/05/2024
» The cabinet has endorsed initiatives aimed at easing people's energy expenses, covering caps on diesel and cooking gas prices, as well as subsidies for electricity bills for vulnerable groups.
State vows to include small shops in scheme
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 30/03/2024
» The government has pledged to establish mechanisms to support and promote small shops, allowing them to benefit from the digital wallet project.
State revenue collection falls short of target
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/03/2024
» Government revenue collection has missed the target, signalling an economic slowdown, largely attributed to diminished purchasing power caused by high interest rates, says permanent finance secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.
Revenue falls short of collection target
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/03/2024
» The government's revenue collection in the first four months of fiscal year 2024 has fallen short of the target, attributed to a significant decrease in oil taxes.
Department urges firms to home in on ESG
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 08/08/2023
» The Excise Department is advising business operators to accelerate adjustments by focusing on manufacturing products in line with the environmental, social and governance (ESG) approach to prevent an embargo on imports, says director general Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Tax exemption for alcohol extended to mid-2021
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 26/12/2020
» The Excise Department has extended an excise tax exemption applied for alcohol used for cleaning to mid-2021 to lower the tax burden for producers.