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BUSINESS

Levelling the e-commerce playing field

Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/02/2026

» The Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) has issued new guidelines for the Trade Competition Act of 2017, expected to be published in the Royal Gazette next month, aiming to curb unfair trade practices and prevent monopolistic behaviour in multi-sided platform businesses, with a focus on e-commerce.

BUSINESS

Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers

South China Morning Post, Published on 13/02/2026

» South Korea, Japan, Vietnam and mainland China are emerging as popular Lunar New Year destinations for Hong Kongers this year, as residents take advantage of a calendar arrangement allowing them to enjoy nine consecutive days off by taking just two days of leave.

BUSINESS

Chinese target Thailand for New Year travel

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/02/2026

» Thailand remains a top destination for Chinese travellers during the upcoming Lunar New Year, but tourism consultants said the country should still develop new attractions and experiences to compete with emerging markets.

BUSINESS

Pattaya banking on Chinese New Year boost

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/02/2026

» With Chinese New Year approaching next week, Pattaya tourism operators expect similar conditions as last year, though Chiang Mai predicts a surge from Chinese‑speaking markets.

BUSINESS

Thailand’s corruption score slips

Online Reporters, Published on 10/02/2026

» Thailand’s score in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) survey declined to 33 out of 100 from 34 the year before, while its global ranking fell nine places to 116th, according to Transparency International.

BUSINESS

Hotel sector braces for challenging year

Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 10/02/2026

» Thailand's hotel sector will remain highly challenging in 2026, pressured by multiple factors, including uncertainty in key foreign markets amid global geopolitical risks and the continued strength of the baht, according to Kasikorn Research Center.

BUSINESS

Banker slams parties' household debt vows

Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/02/2026

» As political parties compete to offer quick relief for struggling households, a leading Thai banker warns the country's debt crisis cannot be resolved with tax revenues or government spending alone.

BUSINESS

China's C919 to lift off again at Singapore Airshow in bid for Asean sales

South China Morning Post, Published on 03/02/2026

» SINGAPORE — China's chief builder of commercial aircraft will display its full product line - including the home-grown C919, the company's marquee narrowbody airliner - at the Singapore Airshow as it seeks to widen its footprint in Southeast Asia.

BUSINESS

Thailand stalls as Vietnam surges

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Somhatai Mosika and Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/01/2026

» As the election campaign intensifies, the theme of restructuring has been a common refrain across the political spectrum, promoted as a tool to revive an economy that has struggled to gain momentum in recent decades.

BUSINESS

Thai travellers warned over rise of visa scams

Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/01/2026

» Travellers are advised to be alert to visa application scams, such as false appointment letters or requests for additional payment for fast-track visa guarantees, as outbound travel grows.