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Trump looms large in 2026 local outlook
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/12/2025
» The global economy in 2026 is likely to continue to be shaped by US President Donald Trump's policies, especially concerning trade, with Thailand already affected by his tariffs policy.
From health crisis to growth engine: Why Thailand’s wellness economy is poised to lead Asia’s ageing future
Business, Published on 22/12/2025
» Thailand is entering a demographic turning point. Within a few years, almost one-third of the population will be over 60 years old. Births have fallen below deaths, and the country is on a clear path toward becoming a super-aged society. This shift carries deep consequences for fiscal sustainability, labour productivity and long-term growth.
US trade talks still on course
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 22/12/2025
» Trade talks between Thailand and the US remain on track even as Thailand operates under a caretaker government.
Thailand retools for a tougher global economy
Business, Published on 15/12/2025
» Well ahead of the scheduled end of the administration’s four-month term, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament on Dec 11 amid concerns over several outstanding issues, including the Thai–Cambodian border conflict and the relief measures needed to assist flood-affected communities in the South.
Nation urged to play to its strengths
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/12/2025
» Thailand must recalibrate its strategic positioning to remain competitive in the evolving global landscape, concentrating only on sectors where it offers true strengths, rather than spreading its efforts across many industries as in the past through the 10-cluster policy, according to an economics analyst.
ITEL forms joint venture with SEAX
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 13/12/2025
» Interlink Telecom (ITEL), a SET‑listed fixed network telecommunications provider, has formed a joint venture with SEAX Global, a Singapore‑based digital infrastructure services company, to expand its overseas customer base and deliver regional end‑to‑end connectivity services.
Minister says Thai-Cambodian clashes won’t hit tariff talks
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 10/12/2025
» Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun remains confident that the US will not use the fresh outbreak of clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border to pressure Thailand on tariff issues, insisting that Thailand did not start the clashes and stating that trade negotiations are proceeding as normal.
Pundits call for balance on trade and border issues
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/11/2025
» Pundits say the government must strike a fine balance between economic benefit and national sovereignty regarding the border dispute with Cambodia, as the prolonged conflict not only dampens prospects for Thailand's trade talks with the US, but also riles domestic political stability.
Tariff talks turn trickier
Business, 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, 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.