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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.
Thailand sees annual foreign tourist arrivals slow to 33 million
Bloomberg News, Published on 02/01/2026
» Thailand, famed for its beaches and relaxing vibes, saw its first decline in tourist arrivals in years in 2025, as holidaymakers’ confidence was rattled by a series of events that rocked the nation.
Trip.com suspends tourism partnership with Cambodia amid border clashes, cyber concerns
South China Morning Post, Published on 26/12/2025
» Trip.com Group, the biggest online travel agency in China, said on Thursday that its partnership with Cambodia's tourism authority was suspended, in a move to address the Chinese public's heightened sensitivity over safety in the Southeast Asian country.
Thailand cornerstone market for Yindii
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 25/12/2025
» As Southeast Asia confronts growing food waste and rising living costs, Yindii, Asia's No.1 food surplus marketplace, closed 2025 with strong growth and measurable impact across the region.
Thai trademark watchdog sharpens its teeth
Online Reporters, Published on 11/10/2025
» The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) has intensified its efforts to protect Thai brands from being opportunistically registered by foreign entities through its Trademark Monitor initiative.
Thai coconut industry takes steps to ban monkey labour
Business, Published on 08/07/2025
» The Thai Coconut Industry Group has taken a decisive step to restore international confidence and protect local livelihoods by partnering with the Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT) to address long-standing concerns about the historical use of monkey labour in coconut harvesting. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for Thailand’s agricultural sector, underlining a strong commitment to ethical practices and animal welfare.
Brazil sues EV giant BYD over ‘slavery’ conditions at plant
Bloomberg News, Published on 28/05/2025
» SAO PAULO — Brazilian labour prosecutors are suing Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD (Build Your Dreams) Company and two contractors over allegations of slave labour and human trafficking at the construction site of a manufacturing plant.
Tourism surveys Chinese market
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/05/2025
» While the government is hoping tourism can drive the economy during its "Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025" campaign, the industry has been hit by several setbacks, resulting in slower growth since the pandemic.
Korean Air rebrands after completing merger
Reuters, Published on 12/03/2025
» SEOUL - Korean Air has launched new aircraft livery and corporate branding that will be introduced across the company as it combines with South Korean rival Asiana Airlines to become one of Asia’s biggest carriers.
Paetongtarn to issue safety message to Chinese tourists
Online reporters and Reuters, Published on 17/01/2025
» The government is trying to contain damage to tourism, starting with a message in Chinese from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to ensure the safety of tourists from China planning to visit Thailand.