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Phuket upbeat on high season outlook
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/12/2025
» Phuket tourism operators anticipate this high season running through the first quarter of 2026 will deliver the strongest performance in five years, driven by increased tourist spending, longer stays and the introduction of new long-haul flights to southern Thailand.
Saudi tops list of 7 priority markets
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/11/2025
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry is stepping up efforts to grow seven priority markets, particularly Saudi Arabia, which is showing strong growth, ahead of a planned meeting with Saudi tourism officials in the coming months.
AI bubble fears, US rate outlook subdue bourses
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 08/11/2025
» RECAP: Most Asian equities declined on Friday at the end of a volatile week, amid mixed signals from the US Federal Reserve about the interest rate outlook, while tech-heavy markets fell on worries about stretched AI company valuations.
ONE Championship touts $470m tourism boost for Thailand
Business, Nick Atkin, Published on 21/05/2025
» ONE Championship chief executive Chatri Sityodtong says martial arts promotion does more than organise fighting competitions in Bangkok -- it's now a key engine for Thailand's tourism economy.
A golf paradise beyond comparison
Business, Srisamorn Phoosuphanusorn, Published on 19/05/2025
» Pine Hurst isn't just another golf course on your bucket list—it's the complete destination you've been dreaming of. Nestled among stunning natural surroundings, their expansive 27-hole championship course offers something truly special for international golf enthusiasts.
Online worlds offer gateway to youth
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 12/05/2025
» Brands are capitalising on online gaming and virtual worlds to tap Gen Z and Gen Alpha markets in what is dubbed the attention economy.
Thaifex-Horec Asia sets B4bn revenue goal
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 06/03/2025
» Thaifex-Horec Asia is expected to reinforce Thailand's position as a leading regional hub for hotel, restaurant and cafe/catering (HoReCa), targeting trade revenue of 4 billion baht.
Asian markets mostly upbeat despite tariff worries
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 22/02/2025
» RECAP: Asian markets had a mostly positive week despite persistent concerns about US tariffs and Donald Trump's geopolitical manoeuvring. Hong Kong was again the standout performer thanks to the tech sector led by Alibaba following forecast-topping earnings.
UOB helps push towards low carbon economy
Business, UOB Thailand, Published on 06/08/2024
» Large corporations in Thailand have made clear progress towards reducing their carbon footprint in support of the nation's efforts towards a low carbon economy.
Bid to get Chiang Mai back on climbing map
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 19/06/2024
» Chiang Mai tourism operators want to showcase the province's mountainous charms to capture a rock climbing market that boasts 44.5 million enthusiasts worldwide, while urging the government to support the activity and sport in many provinces as it offers great potential to help expand the tourism sector.