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Rethinking the central bank's role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026
» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.
Gold traders seek clarity on new trading rules
Business, NAREERAT WIRIYAPONG and WICHIT CHANTANUSORNSIRI, Published on 28/01/2026
» The Gold Traders Association (GTA) is asking the Bank of Thailand to clarify all the regulations it is set to enforce regarding gold trading, asking for more time to comply, particularly with the measure for online gold trading using dollar-based transactions.
Politics addresses tourism roadblocks
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk and Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2026
» As the general election approaches in less than a month, political parties have begun to announce policies aimed at stimulating the economy amid the slowdown.
Gold and grey money in crosshairs
News Agencies and Post Reporters, Published on 09/01/2026
» Thailand is set to impose limits on speculative trading in gold as authorities step up efforts to curb the influence of a record-breaking rally in the precious metal on the baht.
COTTO Partners with CPF to Drive Net Zero Goals and Foster Sustainability
Published on 19/12/2025
» Siam Sanitary Ware Co., Ltd. (COTTO), the leading brand in sanitaryware and surface decoration materials in ASEAN, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF). This partnership aims to repurpose byproducts food industry, with a focus on eggshell waste, into sustainable, eco-conscious sanitaryware products, aligning with both organisations’ commitments to the Circular Economy and their shared Net Zero goals.
Agency, CP All tout GI products
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/12/2025
» The Department of Intellectual Property (IP) has teamed up with CP All Plc, the local operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores, to promote innovation and geographical indication (GI) products, strengthening Thai entrepreneurs through IP.
Pact aims to rev up pharma patent use
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/12/2025
» The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) held discussions with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to support the targeted development of health products. The collaboration aims to enhance health offerings to better serve an ageing society and address emerging diseases.
Centre calls on entrepreneurs to develop core competencies
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 12/11/2025
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce's (UTCC) Competitiveness Center is calling on Thai entrepreneurs to build core competencies to ensure sustainable growth and adapt to the rapidly evolving platform economy structure.
New system ends need to submit documents
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 17/10/2025
» The Department of Business Development (DBD) has invited 381 government agencies to link their data with the Business Data Exchange (Bdex) system to enhance the efficiency of government processes, eliminating the need for businesses and individuals to provide copies of essential documents.
US tariff opens 'opportunity' to reorient economy
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/08/2025
» An economist is urging the government to adopt a three-phase strategy to cushion the impact of the newly-imposed 19% US tariff, warning that while the immediate effect may not be catastrophic, the move exposes deeper structural vulnerabilities.