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2026 outlook calls for recalibration
News, Mohamed A El-Erian, Published on 17/01/2026
» For global markets, 2025 was defined as much by what did not happen as by what did. The year offered a masterclass in the power of a single narrative, with massive, concentrated bets on AI masking various other unanswered questions. Yet as we move further into 2026, the AI narrative is unlikely to prove strong enough to continue overshadowing other lingering uncertainties, many of which reflect deeper structural shifts. For investors, central banks, and governments alike, the situation demands adaptation.
Phuket airport forecasts 16m passengers in 2025
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 10/10/2025
» Phuket International Airport expects to welcome more than 16 million passengers this year, driven by rising international arrivals and new direct flight routes from Europe and Asia, said airport director Monchai Tanode.
Stepping up the poverty fight
News, Akinwumi A Adesina & Ilan Goldfajn, Published on 15/09/2025
» Faced with a slowing global economy and rising debts, many developing-country governments may be tempted to scale back anti-poverty programmes. That would be a grave mistake. Combating poverty is not just a moral imperative; it is also crucial for economic stability, conflict prevention, and long-term development.
Rethinking development in an era of upheaval
News, Mohamed A El-Erian, Published on 14/08/2025
» For many developing countries, the global economic landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years. Lower growth, disrupted supply chains, reduced aid flows, and heightened financial-market volatility represent significant headwinds. Underpinning these changes is a fundamental restructuring, driven by the developed world, of the postwar economic and financial order. Against this background, a handful of factors are becoming critically important for the current and future well-being of developing countries -- and for the fate of multilateral institutions.
FAST24H 'admins' held in Pattaya
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/06/2025
» Chon Buri: Cybercrime police raided a luxury condo in central Pattaya, arresting two young men alleged to be administrators of the illegal FAST24H gambling website, which generated over 9 million baht in monthly transactions.
PM to inspect development projects in Kanchanaburi
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/06/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is scheduled to visit Kanchanaburi province on Monday to inspect groundwater development projects aimed at easing drought conditions.
Saffron shield; bomb mishap; fan's lament; fake robbery
News, Mae Moo, Published on 01/06/2025
» Stashed in his robes
Empowering middle-income states
News, Enrique A. Manalo Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Published on 28/04/2025
» Spanning across all regions of the world -- from Latin America to Africa, from Eastern Europe to Southeast Asia and the Pacific -- middle-income countries (MICs) constitute over 100 countries, hosting 75% of the world's population and producing 35% of global GDP. Many MICs are in Asia.
Labour minister aims for nationwide B400 minimum wage by May 1
News, Published on 27/03/2025
» Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has pledged to increase the daily minimum wage to 400 baht nationwide by May 1, along with support measures for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Private sector backs wage rise
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/12/2024
» The private sector says the recently approved minimum wage adjustment is acceptable, but suggests the government come up with certain measures to help alleviate burdens on small businesses.