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Office highlights significant shift in population structure
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 16/02/2026
» Thailand is facing a significant shift in population structure as the growth rate has decelerated to only 0.42%, according to the National Statistical Office.
Thailand taps into silver workforce
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 10/11/2025
» Thailand has become an "aged society", where more than 20% of its population is 60 or older. With a shrinking birth rate and a growing elderly population, the country faces challenges in terms of labour and social issues.
Call for focus on impactful AI
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 23/10/2025
» Thailand should widely apply artificial intelligence (AI) to create a real impact rather than focusing solely on attracting investment in AI-ready data centres to drive economic growth and increase equality, according to leading economists and technology providers.
Pension tension as Thailand eyes 65
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 20/10/2025
» The country's working-age demographics are a topic of widespread debate, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul floating the idea of raising the retirement age from 60 to 65.
Danone celebrates 4 major awards at HR Asia ceremony
Business, Published on 30/09/2025
» Danone Thailand picked up four major honours at the HR Asia Best Company to Work for in Asia 2025 Awards, including "Best Company to Work for in Asia", the "Diversity, Equity & Inclusion" award, the "Most Caring Company" award, and the "Sustainable Workplace" award.
International schools among rising stars
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/06/2025
» The international school sector has tended to grow consistently, driven by demand from wealthy parents, business people and employees of international organisations working in Thailand, who favour international schools because of their modern curricula.
Tisco strategists prescribe cautious investment approach
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 29/05/2025
» Investors should exercise caution as global stock markets are showing early signs of fatigue after a strong rebound, driven largely by short-term optimism surrounding trade talks, says Tisco Economic Strategy Unit (ESU).
Pet industry thrives as fewer young Thais have children
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 06/05/2025
» The pet industry is expected to thrive as more Thais, particularly the younger generation, choose to raise pets instead of having children. Despite ongoing economic challenges, the sector has been barely affected.
Student visa misuse ‘affecting Thai tourism industry’
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/05/2025
» The tourism industry has been directly impacted by the large number of foreigners exploiting student visas to work illegally in Thailand, mostly targeting universities in second-tier provinces.
Call for caution amid market volatility
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/04/2025
» The Thai Financial Planners Association (TFPA) advises investors to adjust their portfolios during market volatility over the next 3-6 months by reducing exposure to high-risk assets, increasing holdings in high-liquidity assets, and favouring Chinese equities over US stocks.