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Waiting game takes a toll
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somhatai Mosika and Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 19/01/2026
» As the US Supreme Court holds off on a ruling on the Trump tariffs, the world waits and analysts anticipate trade with the US will continue despite some importers being skittish about placing large orders.
Tariff talks turn trickier
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Phusadee Arunmas, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Ranjana Wangvipula, Published on 24/11/2025
» Separating US tariffs from the Thai-Cambodian border dispute is like "rainfall without flash floods in Bangkok".
Thailand upbeat on exports to US
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Ranjana Wangvipula and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/11/2025
» Businessmen and economists are optimistic that the US will not be tough on trade negotiations with Thailand following Bangkok's suspension of its peace accord with Cambodia, saying US President Donald Trump is feeling domestic pressure to lower taxes to ease rising inflation.
Economic warning as Thai and Cambodian troops clash
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/11/2025
» Economists have warned of severe damage if the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict resumes, noting exports, tourism and the labour market could feel the pinch as consumption is hit.
Import duty planned on Jan 1 for low-cost goods
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 06/11/2025
» The Customs Department is preparing to impose import duties on goods valued less than 1,500 baht (the de minimis value) starting Jan 1 next year to create fair competition for domestic businesses.
Easing tensions bolster outlook
Business, Maybank Securities Thailand, Published on 01/11/2025
» Global investor sentiment has improved following an easing of US-China trade tensions after talks on Wednesday between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The 10% reduction of the "fentanyl tariff" on Chinese goods is good news for Beijing as well as US consumers.
Bid to spur scam crackdown
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 22/10/2025
» The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry will amend the second version of the emergency decree on the prevention and suppression of technology crime to allow Thai authorities to act against suspected sources of cross-border online scams by using white-hat hackers and proactive measures to address scam activities targeting Thailand.
Private sector highlights business support measures
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/07/2025
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has presented recommendations to the commerce minister aimed at pushing the economy forward amid global trade uncertainties.
Calls for public hearings on salt tax
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 18/04/2025
» Thorough and inclusive public hearings involving all stakeholders should be mandatory for the proposed salt excise tax, says the producer of Mama instant noodles.
Minister joins Asean development talks
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/10/2024
» Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan joined the Asean Economic Community (AEC) Council Ministers meeting on Oct 7 in Vientiane, Laos, as part of the 44th and 45th Asean Summits.