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Parties told to put economy before political bargaining
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 05/02/2026
» The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has called on political parties to prioritise economic expertise over political bargaining as they scramble to form a new government following the general election.
‘Recession’ a concern, says Thai business group
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 07/01/2026
» Thailand’s economy is bracing for its weakest expansion in 30 years, with GDP growth projected at less than 2% in 2026, attributed to sluggish exports, high household debt and declining competitiveness in global markets, warns the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB).
Manufacturers brace for tough 2026
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 01/01/2026
» Thailand's manufacturing sector is bracing for a difficult start to 2026, as political uncertainty, sluggish domestic demand and structural challenges continue to weigh on the economy.
Call for greater aid to 2nd-tier provinces
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 13/10/2025
» The government must step up efforts to encourage people to visit second-tier destinations to enhance domestic tourism and broaden revenue distribution, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Dim prospects for SMEs in second half
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 17/06/2025
» Business prospects for local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are likely to remain very limited in the second half, attributed to domestic and global economic challenges, notably the impact of the Israel-Iran conflict, says the Federation of Thai SMEs.
FTI sounds alarm on levy proposal
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 09/05/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has warned the government that its controversial idea to impose value-added tax (VAT) on businesses earning less than 1.8 million baht a year could lead to more struggles at a time of economic uncertainties.
SCG Packaging eyes rigid packaging partners in US
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 30/04/2025
» SCG Packaging Plc (SCGP) is planning to invest in the rigid packaging business in America, aiming to build a production facility there to reduce the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff policy.
Bid to accelerate work on key EEC facilities
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 28/02/2025
» Authorities are speeding up the development of the much-delayed U-tapao airport and Eastern Aviation City in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), with construction set to start between April and May this year.
Ministry looks to high tech to spur GDP
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 15/01/2025
» The Industry Ministry wants the manufacturing sector to help increase GDP growth by 1% every year through the promotion of new industries that use high technology.
Sluggish economy dents auto sector
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/12/2024
» The decision by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) to reduce the car production target twice in 2024 effectively illustrates how severe the drop in domestic car sales has been this year, dealing a heavy blow to manufacturers.