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Minister lays out higher education innovation vision
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 11/04/2026
» Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Minister Yodchanan Wongsawat has set out an ambitious vision for Thailand to "win the tech war" by achieving technological sovereignty as part of his eight strategic pillars to address national challenges through research and innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors.
NBTC to embed OTT oversight in plan
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 10/04/2026
» The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has reached a consensus that it has the authority to regulate over-the-top (OTT) platforms, and will embed this oversight in its upcoming Broadcasting and Television Master Plan (2026–2030).
Grab rolls out AI companion services to boost earnings
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/04/2026
» Grab is accelerating its shift beyond transaction-based services to become an "intelligent everyday guide", evolving from a super-app into a more integrated, AI-driven companion.
Thailand seen highly exposed to oil shock
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/04/2026
» Thailand is among the region's most vulnerable countries to an oil shock, with the risk potentially reducing household income by 3-4%, according to the World Bank.
Thai restaurants look to Asian visitors to make up demand shortfall
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 09/04/2026
» Despite worries from Thailand's tourism sector that the Middle East war could reduce the number of long-haul travellers, two restaurant operators remain optimistic.
Rising middle classes and the new consumption story
Business, Rewin Pataibunlue, Published on 09/04/2026
» The global consumer landscape is being reshaped by the rapid expansion of the middle class, particularly across Asia, giving rise to a new consumption story defined not just by growth, but by selectivity and shifting priorities.
Brazil blacklists BYD for slave labour conditions at its biggest plant outside China
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/04/2026
» RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil's labour ministry on Tuesday added Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD (Build Your Dreams) to a registry of employers found to have subjected workers to conditions analogous to slavery, limiting access to state financing and increasing reputational risks in its most important market outside China.
Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2026
» Tourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government's plan to levy a 300‑baht tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.
Thaicom, Amazon Leo team up on LEO internet
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 08/04/2026
» SET-listed Thaicom has partnered with Amazon Leo to bring the latter's low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband service to Thailand, further expanding Thaicom's nationwide connectivity.
J&T Express drives delivery push with EVs, automation
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 08/04/2026
» Amid rising cost pressures and intensifying competition in Thailand's logistics sector, J&T Express is accelerating efforts to bolster operational efficiency by investing in automated sorting technologies while piloting electric vehicles to reduce exposure to volatile fuel prices.