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Thai Chamber of Commerce submits economic growth plan
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 24/11/2025
» The Thai Chamber of Commerce submitted a white paper outlining strategies to boost the country’s economic growth to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Monday, which it hopes the government will incorporate into a national economic strategy.
Developers demand urgent measures
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 24/11/2025
» Real estate developers have reiterated their calls for the government to expedite financial and tax relief measures, noting the sector is on track to record its lowest growth in two decades.
Grasping the VAT nettle
Oped, Editorial, Published on 24/11/2025
» The proposal to raise value-added tax from 7% to 8.5% in 2028, and to 10% in 2030, by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas is a display of political courage rarely seen in a political landscape where politicians are quick to spend money in the name of "economic stimulus" but stay mum when asked how to finance the schemes.
Wellness tourism the way forward
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» As the government promotes the wellness and medical tourism segment, the private sector is calling for eased regulations and a focus on well-being to position Thailand as a top destination for these services.
Why Leading Enterprises Choose Hong Kong for Expansion
Published on 24/11/2025
» For enterprises with global ambition, choosing the right base of operations is strategic decision. Positioned at the heart of Asia’s financial and innovation network, Hong Kong offers a powerful launchpad for enterprises seeking to expand beyond borders. Driving this momentum is the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), a dedicated government office that has already attracted over 100 leading enterprises from all around the world. These span sectors including life and health technology, AI and data science, fintech, advanced manufacturing, new energy, and cultural and creative technology.
Krungthai, Crimson Guide Path to Global Universities
Published on 24/11/2025
» “Investment in education” remains a cornerstone strategy for Thailand’s high-net-worth families. Crimson Education, a leading global university admissions consultancy, reports that Thai parents increasingly recognise the value of building their children’s “educational capital”, viewing access to world-class institutions as a high-return, long-term investment in their family’s future.
Phuket tourism ramps up sustainability drive
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» The pandemic served as a catalyst for tourism operators to re-evaluate their sustainability strategies and implement new initiatives aimed at preserving natural resources and attractions, many of which showed signs of recovery due to periods of reduced tourist activity.
Tariff talks turn trickier
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Phusadee Arunmas, Lamonphet Apisitniran and Ranjana Wangvipula, Published on 24/11/2025
» Separating US tariffs from the Thai-Cambodian border dispute is like "rainfall without flash floods in Bangkok".
Thai crypto exchange Bitkub said to consider IPO in Hong Kong
Bloomberg, Published on 24/11/2025
» Thai cryptocurrency exchange Bitkub is considering an initial public offering in Hong Kong, people familiar with the matter said, potentially boosting the city’s status as a digital-assets hub.
New central bank governor envisions expanded role
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/11/2025
» The new governor of the Bank of Thailand wants to get more involved with the country's structural challenges and real sector issues, expanding the bank's role beyond its traditional focus on economic stability.