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Industrial confidence falls in December
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 22/01/2026
» The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) fell to 88.2 in December, from 89.1 points the previous month, due to growing concerns over the impact of a general election and a plunge in border trade with Cambodia and Myanmar, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
World Bank sees Myanmar’s economy shrinking on conflict, quake
Bloomberg, Published on 09/12/2025
» Myanmar’s economy will contract this year amid civil war and ongoing drag from a March earthquake, according to the World Bank, which sees growth also constrained by weak domestic demand, labour shortages and frequent power outages.
War-torn Myanmar embraces solar to tackle power crisis
Reuters, Published on 14/11/2025
» When Thailand cut power supply to Myanmar across its western border this year, it intended to curb online scam centres linked to regional networks trafficking hundreds of thousands of people.
Myanmar remains upbeat on trade talks despite 40% Trump tariffs
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/08/2025
» NAY PYI TAW — Myanmar’s military government said it remains upbeat on reaching a deal with the US to see a decrease in US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs of 40% on goods from the Southeast Asian country.
US lifts sanctions on Myanmar junta allies after general praises Trump
Reuters, Published on 25/07/2025
» WASHINGTON — The United States lifted sanctions designations on several allies of Myanmar's ruling generals on Thursday, two weeks after the head of the ruling junta praised President Donald Trump and called for an easing of sanctions in a letter responding to a tariff warning.
Myanmar junta chief asks Trump for sharp reduction in 40% tariff rate
Reuters, Published on 11/07/2025
» Myanmar's ruling military general has asked US President Donald Trump for a reduction in the 40% tariff rate on his country's exports to the US and is ready to send a negotiation team to Washington if needed, state media reported on Friday.
Thailand proposes Bimstec free trade area
Post Reporters and News Agencies, Published on 04/04/2025
» Thailand has proposed the creation of a Bimstec free trade agreement (FTA) to enhance intra-regional trade and strengthen the economies of countries in the regional group.
Thailand, India to elevate ties as Modi attends Bimstec summit
Bloomberg, Published on 04/04/2025
» Thailand and India have signed a strategic partnership, vowing to cooperate on defence and accelerate a key infrastructure project that’s set to link the world’s most-populous nation with neighbouring Southeast Asia.
Russia eyes long-stalled Dawei megaproject in Myanmar
Published on 23/01/2025
» Russia has joined China and India in promoting its interests in war-ravaged Myanmar, in particular the possibility of investing in the moribund Dawei Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in which Thailand used to be a major player, according to local media reports.
World Bank sees Myanmar economy shrinking as civil war rages on
Bloomberg, Published on 11/12/2024
» The World Bank expects Myanmar’s economy to contract in the current fiscal year, as elevated inflation, a slumping currency, and electricity and labour shortages further pressure a war-torn nation.