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Levelling the e-commerce playing field
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/02/2026
» The Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) has issued new guidelines for the Trade Competition Act of 2017, expected to be published in the Royal Gazette next month, aiming to curb unfair trade practices and prevent monopolistic behaviour in multi-sided platform businesses, with a focus on e-commerce.
Report: Thai hotel rates increased 3% in 2025
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/02/2026
» The average daily rate for hotels in Thailand surged by 3% last year to 4,984 baht and they recorded a longer average length of stay, with Booking.com, Agoda, and direct hotel bookings generating the most revenue, according to SiteMinder.
Economists outline most urgent tasks
Business, WICHIT CHANTANUSORNSIRI and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 10/02/2026
» Urgent priorities of the new government are to ease the cost-of-living burden on the public, find markets for SME products and push ahead with policies promised during the election campaign, economists say.
Private sector welcomes poll result
Business, SOMHATAI MOSIKA and LAMONPHET APISITNIRAN, Published on 10/02/2026
» The private sector is optimistic about the formation of the new government, anticipating stability and policy continuity. Businesses are urging the new administration to appoint qualified individuals to ministerial positions.
China's visa-free waivers spark Korean travel boom, underpin tourism revival
South China Morning Post, Published on 02/02/2026
» For Choi Yu-jin, a 31-year-old Seoul-based fashion designer, the perfect getaway requires three elements: value, spotless streetscapes and unforgettable flavours. And Shanghai, she says, delivers on all counts.
Thai travellers warned over rise of visa scams
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/01/2026
» Travellers are advised to be alert to visa application scams, such as false appointment letters or requests for additional payment for fast-track visa guarantees, as outbound travel grows.
Warning over fallout from tariffs court case
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 16/01/2026
» Business executives warn of renewed turbulence if the US Supreme Court eventually rules against President Donald Trump in a high-profile case challenging the legality of his global import tariffs, saying uncertainties would mar economic sentiment.
Brutal e-commerce war forces NocNoc to close
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/01/2026
» The closure of NocNoc, the last remaining major Thai-owned e‑marketplace, underscores the tough nature of the e‑commerce industry, which demands scale and rapid growth.
Thailand denies ‘land grab’
Post Reporters, Published on 03/01/2026
» Thailand has rejected foreign media reports that it has seized Cambodian territory or blocked Cambodian villagers from returning to their homes, insisting all Thai operations remain strictly within its jurisdiction.
Tourism Authority of Thailand expects drop in New Year revenue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/12/2025
» Tourism receipts during the New Year holiday are expected to plunge by 2-9% year-on-year due to the border conflict and flooding in the South, while outbound travel remains strong, supported by the strength of the local currency.