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Rethinking the central bank's role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Somruedi Banchongduang, Somhatai Mosika and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 16/02/2026
» With Thai economic growth this year expected to sink to its weakest level in a decade, excluding the pandemic shock, Bank of Thailand governor Vitai Ratanakorn recently signalled a possible shift in the central bank's role, seeking more active engagement with problems in the real economy.
Mcot opens bids for Bangkok land
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 14/02/2026
» State-owned broadcaster Mcot Plc has opened bidding for the lease of more than 50 rai of land near its headquarters in the Rama IX area of Bangkok, with the site expected to be developed as a mixed-use project amid the economic slowdown and an oversupply of office space in the area.
Thai telecom industry urges quicker digital reforms
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 11/02/2026
» The new government is being advised to prioritise regulatory easing to attract greater foreign investment in digital infrastructure, enhance workforce skills, and promote the adoption of new technologies.
PTTEP preps carbon capture facility
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 14/01/2026
» PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP) is preparing to build Thailand's first carbon capture and storage (CCS) facility at its Arthit gas field this year, marking a major step in the country's efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reach its net-zero target.
Andaman oil to lure global investors
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/12/2025
» Thailand's oil and gas exploration and production scheme in the Andaman Sea is expected to draw leading international petroleum investors within two years, according to the Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF).
Oil auction winners to be announced next month
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/11/2025
» Energy officials plan to announce the winners of the country's 25th onshore petroleum auction next month, a move meant to increase reserves and strengthen long-term economic growth.
Powering up thriving data centres
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 15/11/2025
» Among the energy projects aligned with the state's "Quick Big Win" policy is a direct power purchase agreement (PPA) scheme scheduled to take effect as soon as January 2026.
EVs, data centres seen driving cable growth
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 02/10/2025
» The electrical wire and cable industry is expected to have bright prospects this year, driven by the growth of electric vehicle (EV) and data centre businesses, says the Trade Association of Thai Cable Manufacturers (ATCM).
Office exploring lotto-style scheme
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/09/2025
» The Government Lottery Office (GLO) is studying the feasibility of issuing a "lotto-style" lottery, in which private companies would manage the issuance of the lottery instead of the GLO.
Firm registrations hit by US levies
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 30/07/2025
» New business registrations are projected to stagnate at 85,000 this year, similar to 2024, due to US tariffs that could affect exports in the latter half, according to the Department of Business Development (DBD).