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Film shoots energise tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand is reaping benefits from foreign blockbuster film shoots, as Krabi tourism observed a 30% visitor surge at attractions appearing in Jurassic World Rebirth, while the Alien: Earth series, which set a record investment budget, will help promote the nation as a global destination for film shoots and tourism.
Strengthening baht adds to woes of ailing travel sector
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 14/08/2025
» The strengthening baht is beginning to weigh on the fragile tourism sector, which is plagued by recurring security issues, leaving tourists feeling their visits aren't worth the cost.
Strengthening baht adds to Thai tourism sector woes
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 13/08/2025
» The strengthening baht is beginning to weigh on Thailand’s fragile tourism sector, already plagued by recurring security issues, leaving travellers feeling their visits aren’t worth the cost.
Agents upbeat on Chinese market
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 31/07/2025
» Chinese tourist arrivals have already passed their low point, and tour agents are showing renewed confidence in Thailand despite safety concerns fuelled by border conflicts and a recent market shooting, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Baht falls from highest since 2022 on conflict with Cambodia
Bloomberg News and Post reporters, Published on 24/07/2025
» Thailand’s baht fell after touching the highest in more than three years on the escalating conflict with its neighbour Cambodia.
Analysts: War threatens Thai economy
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/06/2025
» Amonthep Chawla, chief economist at CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT), said even though tensions have eased, the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East remain a threat to the Thai economy, in addition to US President Donald Trump's tariffs and the border dispute with Cambodia.
Trump plans 100% levy on foreign films, deepening trade war
Bloomberg, Published on 05/05/2025
» President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he plans to impose a 100% tariff on films produced overseas, extending his restrictive trade policies on US imports to the entertainment sector for the first time.
Thai games market set to grow in 2025 despite challenges
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 17/04/2025
» The value of Thailand's computer gaming market is projected to reach 36.1 billion baht this year, up 1.6% from 2024, driven by an increasing number of players, new launches, and promotional campaigns by game service providers.
SET plunges back to pandemic-era levels
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 15/03/2025
» After dropping 4.8% in January, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index continued its decline in February, shedding another 8.4%. The trend remained this month, with the market now around 1,170 points, not far above its low for the year.
Samui tourism banking on TV show
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/10/2024
» Samui tourism operators expect a minimum 10% uptick in occupancy rates and more tourists visiting the shooting locations of the HBO series The White Lotus, which featured Thai pop star Lalisa "Lisa" Manoban.