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Renewed AI optimism gives Asian shares a lift
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 17/01/2026
» RECAP: Asian stocks advanced yesterday as the artificial intelligence boom regained momentum after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co reported strong earnings. Risk appetite also improved after US President Donald Trump pulled back from threatened military action against Iran over a violent crackdown on protests.
Early Detection Key as Samitivej Pioneers GAAD Screening
Published on 16/01/2026
» Liver cancer remains one of Thailand’s most pressing public health challenges, yet few realise how silently and rapidly it develops. According to Prof. Teerha Piratvisuth, M.D., Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital and President of the Gastroenterological Association of Thailand, liver cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Thailand, but it can often be prevented or treated successfully if detected early.
Reform effort urged for incoming administration
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/01/2026
» The new government is being advised to step up efforts to pursue economic reforms, with a primary focus on the tourism, agriculture and industrial sectors, or risk economic growth of only 1–2% a year, economists say.
Loan repayments set to hit record high
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2026
» Kasikornbank (KBank) expects loan repayments to hit a record high in 2025, with loan growth in 2026 projected to increase marginally in line with Thai economic conditions.
Cyber-incidents deemed top Thai business risk
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/01/2026
» Cyber-incidents, including cybercrime, data breaches, ransomware and service interruptions, are the top business risk in Thailand for 2026, followed by natural catastrophes and risks related to climate change, according to the latest Allianz Risk Barometer.
Exports set to expand by 4%
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 13/01/2026
» Thai exports are expected to grow by 2-4% this year due to foreign investment, particularly in the electronics sector, according to the Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC).
Call to reform outdated oil laws to protect energy security
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 13/01/2026
» PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP), Thailand's leading oil and gas company, has warned that outdated petroleum laws could threaten the country's energy security if they are not revised soon.
Delinquent student loan holders targeted
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/01/2026
» The Student Loan Fund (SLF) is preparing to file lawsuits against around 100,000 SLF borrowers to enforce repayment of more than 10 billion baht in unpaid debt.
TAT banking on new campaigns
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) targets restoring tourism revenue to 3 trillion baht this year from 36.7 million foreign visitors and 210 million domestic trips, looking to new festivals, expanded flight services and the global "Amazing Thailand Ambassador" campaign.
Customs mulls higher import duty rate
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/01/2026
» The Customs Department is considering raising the import duty rate on goods with a low value and applying a single, uniform rate to promote fairer competition between domestically produced goods and imported products.