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Bank of Thailand plays down US currency watchlist move
Somruedi Banchongduang, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 30/01/2026
» The Bank of Thailand says it remains confident in its ability to manage baht volatility against the US dollar after Thailand was added to a US Treasury watchlist for currency practices.
Tourism index dips in fourth quarter
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/01/2026
» The tourism confidence index in the fourth quarter of 2025 dropped year-on-year, marking a sluggish recovery due to southern flooding, the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict and the strong baht, according to the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT).
Tourism still a stalled engine
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/12/2025
» In 2025, the Thai tourism industry faced its first contraction since the pandemic, with several setbacks consistently hampering tourist confidence.
UFO festival on Thailand tourism calendar in 2026
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/12/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced events to increase spending during the year-end and the first quarter next year, starting with “Amazing Thailand” Ambassador Lisa and a UFO festival, in a bid to increase international arrivals by at least 10% in 2026.
Virtual banks to shake up Thai finance next year
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/12/2025
» By mid-2026, Thais are expected to be able to access virtual banks, offering expanded options for people underserved by formal financial services.
Finance summit thrusts Thailand onto global stage
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/12/2025
» Thailand is gearing up to host the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, one of the world's most influential gatherings on international economic and financial cooperation, in October for the first time in 35 years.
ThaiBev strengthens communities with warmth and kindness
Published on 17/12/2025
» Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) is continuing its long-standing commitment to the spirit of giving through its “ThaiBev Unites to Fight the Cold” project, now in its 26th year. The initiative reinforces the concept of “Beyond the Green Blanket, A Sustainable Community of Giving” through collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, and a wide network of partners from the public and private sectors. Together, they bring smiles and warmth to people affected by cold weather in remote areas, while also offering broader support in essential areas such as food, drinking water, consumer goods, public health, education, sports, arts and culture, and community development — all aimed at strengthening livelihoods and ensuring long-term community resilience.
Gold rush has Thai trading house on track for B5 trillion in revenue
Published on 09/12/2025
» Unprecedented gold prices and a surge in retail sales could push revenue at Thailand’s largest gold trading house to a record 5 trillion baht this year, according to Hua Seng Heng chief executive officer Tanarat Pasawongse.
EGAT Drives Carbon-Neutral Future at IEEE Summit
Published on 08/12/2025
» A major global energy forum has taken centre stage in Bangkok, spotlighting Thailand’s strengthened commitment to a carbon-neutral future. The Ministry of Energy, led by Athapol Rerkpiboon, presided over the opening of IEEE PES GTD Asia 2025 under the theme “Accelerating the Energy Transition toward Carbon Neutrality – A Sustainable Energy Future for All.” Held from 26–29 November 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, the event is hosted by the IEEE Power & Energy Society (Thailand) in collaboration with public- and private-sector partners. More than 10,000 participants and over 400 leading global companies are showcasing advanced technologies to fast-track the green transition at a time when fossil fuels and natural gas still dominate supply.
CP Group Urges Businesses to Lead Thailand’s Just Transition to a Greener, Fairer Future
Published on 08/12/2025
» Companies can take a leading role in driving a just transition, creating a greener and more inclusive society, opening new opportunities for sustainable growth. Sustainable business models that enable a just transition can be both profitable and beneficial to society.