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Council sees tourism as key driver of GDP
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) expects the tourism industry to be a major driver of GDP growth this year as flights and arrivals continue to rebound, though rising untaxed online travel agents and illegal foreign operators continue to limit the full benefits of the rebound.
Gulf Development increases Kasikornbank stake to 10%
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/02/2026
» A move by Gulf Development Plc (GULF) to raise its shareholding in Kasikornbank (KBank) to 10% is seen as a calculated effort to balance financial optimisation with long-term strategic positioning, while carefully navigating regulatory constraints, analysts say.
NCB frets over potential uptick in informal debt
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 17/02/2026
» The National Credit Bureau (NCB) has expressed concern about a potential rise in informal debt amid subdued loan growth in the banking sector and an easing household debt-to-GDP ratio.
Economy has 'left ICU', says finance chief
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 17/02/2026
» Thailand's economy has now "left the intensive care unit [ICU]", reflected in fourth-quarter growth of 2.5%, which surpassed the earlier projection of 1.8% and lifted full-year 2025 growth to 2.4%, above the 2% forecast, said caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
PP open to Klatham in opposition
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 17/02/2026
» The People's Party (PP) has no objection to the Klatham Party joining the opposition bloc, amid reports that the Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party is pressuring Klatham to take an opposition role, said PP leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut.
HIV infections rising sharply among youth
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 17/02/2026
» Aids Healthcare Foundation Thailand (AHF Thailand) has launched its "Just Use It" campaign after government data showed that young people account for more than one-third of newly reported HIV infections nationwide.
BJT gains Klatham backing
Chairith Yonpiam and Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Klatham Party has confirmed it will lend full support to the Bhumjaithai Party in forming a new government, without attaching any political conditions or demands.
BMA opens car park for public use
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Visitors can now park their cars at Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) public parking lot under Lan Khon Muang (City Square) outside City Hall's operating hours, says Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt.
Emerging markets to triumph in 2026
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 17/02/2026
» 2026 is expected to see a decisive rotation in global asset allocation, with emerging markets (EM) positioned to outperform developed markets (DM) as the US dollar enters a weakening cycle, according to analysts.
BJT targets economy, security roles
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/02/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, as the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), said his party would take responsibility for the security and economic portfolios in the coalition government he is seeking to form, pledging firm measures to protect the border and revive the economy.