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Redefining the future of food
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 16/02/2026
» At a time when climate change, food waste and rural inequality are converging into a single, complex crisis, Thailand's agricultural debate can no longer be confined to yields, prices or exports alone. The more urgent question is whether the way we produce food today can still sustain the land, the farmers and consumers tomorrow.
Rethinking the central bank's role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026
» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.
Asian shares retreat ahead of Lunar New Year break
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 14/02/2026
» RECAP: Asian equities pulled back from record highs on Friday as traders locked in gains and pared positions ahead of a week-long holiday in Chinese markets. Wall Street risk appetite ebbed as traders started to look at AI-related impacts on the broader economy.
EV makers struggle to improve after-sales service
Business, Ranjana Wangvipula, Published on 05/02/2026
» Thailand's electric vehicle industry is struggling to improve after-sales services, which remain unsatisfactory due to the rapid growth of EV sales and growing maintenance demand, says Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand), a subsidiary of Chinese state-owned automaker Chery Automobile.
Mercedes-Benz accelerates shift to EVs
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 04/02/2026
» Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) expects the domestic electric vehicle (EV) market to gain momentum under the government's new car tax policy set to take effect in 2026, aimed at promoting cleaner energy.
GWM says farewell to Ora Good Cat
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 03/02/2026
» Chinese automaker GWM (Thailand) has announced it will discontinue sales of the Ora Good Cat, its flagship battery electric vehicle (BEV) launched in October 2021, as the company prepares to introduce new models in the Ora family.
Treasury touts stalled Mo Chit project
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Treasury Department is moving ahead with the long-delayed land development project at the old Mo Chit bus terminal site, which has dragged on for more than 30 years, with a conclusion expected by September.
Airbus to start sales drive for larger A220 jet, sources say
Business, Tim Hepher & Padraic Halpin, Published on 31/01/2026
» Airbus is poised to start offering airlines and leasing firms a larger version of its A220 regional jet with a view to launching development later this year, industry sources said.
China targeting over 1.5m Thai visitors in 2026
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/01/2026
» China aims to attract at least 1.5 million Thai visitors this year, up from more than 1 million in 2025, while the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects to generate 35.4 billion baht from 1.25 million foreign tourists during the 10-day Chinese New Year holiday next month.
Banks focus on selective segments for auto loans
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 20/01/2026
» Banks are adopting mixed strategies for auto loans this year, focusing on selective segments amid weak consumer purchasing power.