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Thai PM pledges new populist measures to boost support, economy
Reuters, Published on 12/12/2024
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra pledged new populist measures on Thursday in an attempt to shore up support for her government and boost an economy held back by high household debt, tight lending and tepid consumption.
Thailand RISE Fund Rebrands Thai Research Funding to Drive an Innovation Economy
Published on 27/02/2026
» The Science, Research, and Innovation Promotion Fund (SRI Fund), under Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI), in collaboration with Chulalongkorn University, organised the national forum Thailand RISE Fund Forum: RISE UP THAILAND for the third time. The event aims to unlock research potential and translate academic work into tangible economic and social value. Following outreach events in Thailand’s northeastern and northern regions, this forum was held at Chulalongkorn University as a platform for stakeholders in the central and eastern regions.
Thai economy will shrink at least 5% this year: World Bank
Reuters, Published on 30/06/2020
» Thailand's economy is expected to be severely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, shrinking by at least 5% this year and taking more than two years to return to pre-pandemic GDP output levels, the World Bank said on Tuesday.
Thai economy put at risk by surge in zero-dollar exports
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 11/04/2025
» The government is being urged to address zero-dollar exports and investments from China, as they are expected to intensify due to the US tariff measures.
Govt keen to further promote Thai silk to help boost economy
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/09/2024
» Thai silk is a national asset that should be promoted to help the kingdom raise its profile on the international stage, according to caretaker Culture Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol over the weekend.
Thai economy helped by exports, manufacturing in Aug, but tourism slows
Reuters, Published on 30/09/2024
» Thailand's economy remained at similar levels in August from the previous month, the central bank said on Monday, with economic activity supported by exports and manufacturing, but tourism slowed.
Thai economy to shake off risks in 2025 but growth limited
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri & Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 18/11/2024
» The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) expects the Thai economy to sustain its upward momentum in 2025 despite growing risks, from a projected 2.6% growth rate this year, up from 1.9% in 2023.
Pandemic sinks economy
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/03/2020
» Increasing coronavirus infections are expected to weigh down the economy more than previously anticipated, leading to a contraction of 1%, says Standard Chartered Bank Thai.
Circular economy setback
Asia focus, Apiradee Treerutkuarkul, Published on 19/10/2020
» Prior to the emergence of the novel coronavirus outbreak, the recycled plastics industry had been making significant progress in its journey to end plastic waste. It was seeing positive results from high consumer and regulatory pressure on brands worldwide to improve their commitments to sustainability.
'Reshaping' the economy
News, Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 04/12/2021
» The government has come up with a raft of measures to attract foreign investment, including promoting foreign film productions and start-ups, as part of efforts to reshape the country's economic landscape.