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Shorter visa-free stays on the cards
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the government's plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 days should not impact tourism, as most foreign tourists on average stay for less than a month.
SAM supports latest scheme for troubled borrowers
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 08/11/2025
» Sukhumvit Asset Management Ltd (SAM), the country's second-largest asset management company (AMC) under the supervision of the central bank, stands ready to purchase unsecured retail debts from banks as part of the government's debt resolution initiative.
Alert for insurance buyers from unlicensed firms
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 05/11/2025
» The Thai Life Assurance Association (TLAA) has issued a warning to the public against purchasing life or health insurance policies from unlicensed foreign entities operating online.
Regulator okays more frequencies for wireless mikes
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 30/10/2025
» The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has approved the use of additional frequencies for wireless microphones to support Thailand's effort to become a global conference and event hub.
Overhaul of nightspot zoning rules studied
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/10/2025
» The Thai government has revived a proposal to look into easing zoning rules for entertainment venues, along with the afternoon alcohol sales ban, according to a cabinet source.
Gloomy outlook anticipated for cosmetic surgery next year
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 07/10/2025
» The cosmetic surgery and aesthetics sector in Thailand is projected to post minimal growth next year due to weakened spending among locals and an increasingly competitive market, according to Meko International Hospital.
Line Man Wongnai diversifies to beauty
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/09/2025
» Line Man Wongnai has diversified into a new frontier -- the beauty and wellness industry -- through its recent acquisition of JERA Cloud, tapping a market worth close to 100 billion baht, while it also plans to expand into on-demand beauty services, retail and tutoring in the future.
Industry titans look for continuity
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 06/09/2025
» With Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, elected as the new prime minister by parliament on Friday, industry leaders have highlighted priorities for the government to strengthen economic growth, digital competitiveness, tourism and investor confidence.
Phuket hotels go green in hunt for gold
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/07/2025
» Thai tourism is embracing sustainability as a core selling point for travellers, as the industry seeks to ensure its survival in a marketplace where such practices have become the "new normal".
New factory bets on Thai beauty sector
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 16/07/2025
» Amid growing demand for cosmetic surgery in Thailand, K.N.A. Inter Pharma Co Ltd has partnered with a group of aesthetic clinic executives and Diamond Biotechnology Co Ltd to build a medical device manufacturing plant for aesthetic medicine in Pathum Thani.