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Fiscal decline expected to pressure Thailand over the medium term
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/12/2025
» In 2026, the incoming government is likely to face a host of internal and external challenges, with Thailand's fiscal position a longstanding problem that has become more strained amid sluggish economic growth.
Thailand’s first three virtual banks approved
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 19/06/2025
» The Ministry of Finance has approved three successful applicants to establish the first virtual banks in the country, the Bank of Thailand announced on Thursday.
Ministry rebuffs reports of returned pico-finance licences
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/06/2025
» The Finance Ministry has dismissed reports suggesting a growing number of business operators are returning their pico-finance licences due to an increase in non-performing loans (NPLs).
Foreign investment surges in first 2 months
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/03/2025
» Foreign investment in the first two months of this year saw a 68% increase in the number of projects and a 33% rise in the investment value compared to the same period last year.
Seminar sets out strategic pathway for state enterprises
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/02/2025
» State enterprises are being urged to accelerate their adaptation to the government's technological advancements, enhance flexibility in their operations, and implement policies that promote long-term sustainability.
Casino legalisation bill gives government the final say
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/12/2024
» The government will determine where casino-entertainment complexes will be located to ensure fairness among bidders in the project, if the bill legalising gambling in the country becomes law, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said.
Move to employ foreign pilots riles Thai pilots
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 04/12/2024
» The domestic aviation industry is thriving, with the cabinet on Tuesday approving foreign pilots flying domestic routes temporarily to address the pilot shortage, while the Thai Pilots Association is preparing to submit a petition to restrain this amendment.
Casino law expected to be sent to cabinet this year
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/10/2024
» The draft law on entertainment complexes is expected to be submitted to the cabinet for consideration this year, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Exim Bank aims to secure bond guarantee licence
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/09/2024
» The Export-Import Bank of Thailand (Exim Bank) plans to handle the impact of the global trade war, which could lead to a contraction in export loans, by venturing into bond guarantees.
Study predicts most casino gamblers will be Thais
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 26/08/2024
» The government's proposed entertainment complex project, which includes a casino, is expected to attract primarily Thai gamblers, accounting for up to 90% of customers, according to the Finance Ministry.