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‘No fee charged’ for transit of Thai tanker through Hormuz
Reuters and Online Reporters, Published on 25/03/2026
» A Thai oil tanker that passed safely through the Strait of Hormuz was not required to pay any fees to Iran, according to a source in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3 Thai crew on attacked ship ‘still alive’
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/03/2026
» Three Thai sailors remain alive aboard the damaged cargo ship MV Mayuree Naree after it was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Adm Thadawut Thatphithakkul, chief of staff of the Royal Thai Navy.
Mayuree Naree operator assures security protocols followed
Online Reporters, Published on 13/03/2026
» M.V. Mayuree Naree owner, Precious Shipping Plc (PSL), has confirmed that the vessel followed all maritime security protocols before being attacked.
Bhumjaithai’s ‘Fab Three’ face a new test
Published on 21/02/2026
» With the dust settling after the general election, Thailand’s political landscape has been decisively reshaped by the Bhumjaithai Party’s overwhelming victory.
Phuket boosts tourism ties with Middle East
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/02/2026
» Phuket has stepped up efforts to expand high-quality tourism markets and strengthen international ties, with a major roadshow in the Middle East and the official opening of a Kazakhstan consulate in the province.
Fusion of Dazzling Beauty: The HKTDC Twin Jewellery Shows to shine in March 2026
Published on 20/01/2026
» The twin jewellery shows, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, will open in March 2026. The 42nd HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, specialising in finished jewellery, and the 12th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, focusing on loose stones and raw materials for jewellery, will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and AsiaWorld-Expo respectively. With Two Shows, Two Venues, both events will provide exhibitors and buyers a highly effective platform to connect with potential business partners.
FreakOut Thailand: Redefining Digital Marketing with an AI Technology-Driven Approach
Published on 27/12/2025
» In the fast-paced digital landscape of Southeast Asia, AI has become the defining factor for success. For FreakOut Thailand, a Bangkok-based subsidiary of the Japanese ad-tech pioneer FreakOut Holdings, Inc., winning consumer attention lies not just in creating ads, but in the proprietary technology that delivers them. By combining Japanese engineering precision with local market expertise, FreakOut Thailand is setting a new standard for how brands leverage technology to build awareness and drive performance.
BDMS Wellness Clinic Expands Health Network to the Middle East
Published on 12/12/2025
» BDMS Wellness Clinic, the preventive healthcare centre under Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS), led by Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of BDMS Wellness Clinic and BDMS Wellness Resort, was honoured to meet with Ms Warunee Pan-krajang, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Sultanate of Oman, to discuss ways to advance health cooperation between Thailand and Oman under the concept of “Health Vision 2050.” The meeting took place at the Royal Thai Embassy in Muscat, where Oman’s long-term national health vision was outlined—including key areas such as healthcare financing, human resources development, medical services, technology, and medical products. These priorities align closely with Dr Tanupol’s Wellness Hub Thailand vision, which aims to elevate Thailand’s wellness tourism to the global stage and position the country as a world-class wellness hub.
Cambodian rockets again threaten Thai hospital
Online Reporters, Published on 10/12/2025
» Rockets fired from Cambodia struck near Phanomdongrak Hospital in Surin province on Wednesday morning. The hospital was earlier hit by a rocket during the fighting in July.
SCB WEALTH Navigates the “Storm Shift” at Year-End Forum
Published on 28/11/2025
» SCB WEALTH under Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) recently hosted the SCB WEALTH Holistic Wealth Forum 2025 under the theme “Storm Shift”, bringing together top-tier local and global experts to provide clients with a strategic “investment compass” to weather global economic storms. Looking ahead to 2026, the forum identified it as a pivotal year marked by major disruptions—from geopolitical tensions and AI-driven technological shifts to evolving global economic structures. Despite these challenges, Thailand is seen as entering a “golden opportunity” phase, supported by surging foreign investment figures from the Board of Investment (BOI). Foreign investment and capital markets are accelerating efforts to transition Thailand into the New Economy, driven by the Third Wave of innovation in AI, semiconductors, and data centres. BlackRock highlighted AI infrastructure as a major force poised to reshape the global economy. Meanwhile, Hua Seng Heng projected that gold prices will remain on an upward trajectory in 2026, with potential to reach USD 4,700. SCB Fund Management (SCBFM) forecasted Thai baht volatility within a range of THB 31–33 per USD. The forum concluded with insights on family office strategy and the importance of establishing a family constitution to ensure long-term wealth preservation. Experts emphasised the need for neutral mediation mechanisms to protect family wealth from internal disruptions and promote sustainable legacy planning.