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Bangkok Life takes more defensive approach
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 31/03/2026
» Bangkok Life Assurance (BLA) is reassessing its business outlook and adopting a more defensive strategy to navigate rising uncertainty as escalating tensions in the Middle East are beginning to ripple through the global economy and Thailand's financial sector.
Inflation-hit Bangkok Bank customers offered assistance
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/03/2026
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) is monitoring the impact of rising energy and raw material costs on its customers and is ready to extend financial support, says president Chartsiri Sophonpanich.
'National Unity' concert honours royal grace
News, Published on 12/03/2026
» A rare patriotic concert, "National Unity: United in Remembrance of Royal Grace," delivered a captivating and memorable performance at Prince Mahidol Hall, in the presence of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
Exporters confront carbon footprints
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/03/2026
» Thai exporters are under growing pressure to accelerate their transition to low-carbon production, as the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force on Jan 1, though its effects have been felt for several years.
Demographics fuel Bangkok Life Assurance's growth drive
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/02/2026
» Bangkok Life Assurance (BLA) expects Thailand's life insurance industry to maintain its growth momentum this year, supported by demographic tailwinds and regulatory flexibility, as the company prepares to increase its exposure to Thai equities and roll out a new long-term care product targeting age-related diseases.
Asean's role in a new world order
Oped, Chartsiri Sophonpanich, Published on 16/02/2026
» Profound shifts are reshaping the global economy as political uncertainty, geopolitical rivalry and changing trade patterns disrupt the old world order, while a new one has yet to fully emerge.
Education anchors Thai Kao Mai policy
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 07/02/2026
» Thai Kao Mai Party leader Suchatvee Suwansawat entered politics following a career rooted in academia, with education reform at the centre of his political agenda.
City Dynamic Appoints RITTA as Main Contractor for Upper House Branded Residences in Bangkok
Published on 30/01/2026
» City Dynamic, a joint venture between City Realty and Swire Properties, has appointed RITTA as the main contractor for its landmark ultra-luxury freehold development on Wireless Road, Bangkok. The appointment marks the commencement of superstructure works for Upper House Residences Bangkok and The Wireless Residences by Upper House.
Bangkok Bank urges government emphasis on foreign direct investment
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 15/01/2026
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) has called on the new government to emphasise investment support to accommodate an anticipated increase in foreign trade and investment flows across Southeast Asia over five years.
Household debt to limit bank growth
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 07/01/2026
» Thailand's elevated household debt is set to remain a key constraint on banking sector expansion in 2026, even as major domestic banks continue to target positive loan growth to support economic momentum.