Showing 1 - 10 of 12
Why being a “jack of all trades” is not failure
๋ีJuranan Soranet, Published on 05/01/2026
» The phrase “jack of all trades” initially sounds flattering, even admirable. In Thailand this concept is captured by a unique and vivid metaphor - the “Duck” or Ped.
Ministry launches new push to tap into 'medical economy'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/01/2026
» The so-called "medical economy" championed by the government is being positioned as a new growth engine for Thailand. Policymakers describe it as a potential game changer for state-owned hospitals struggling under mounting financial pressure.
32.9m foreigners visited in 2025
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand welcomed 32.9 million foreign visitors in 2025, a 7.23% fall from 2024, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports reported.
Online shopping to keep growing at breakneck pace
Business, SUCHIT LEESA-NGUANSUK, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand's e-commerce sector is expected to continue to grow by 15% annually, despite high household debt.
Property market on course for further stagnation
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 05/01/2026
» Developers face a prolonged period of economic uncertainty heading into 2026, with household debt, weak purchasing power and unpredictable risks shaping business decisions, says Kessara Thanyalakpark, managing director of SET-listed Sena Development.
Event organisers still buoyant
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/01/2026
» Despite Vietnam's massive investment in new venue infrastructure, event organisers in Thailand remain confident the country can still compete for event and festival tourism, banking on a variety of venues and its ability to attract both high-spending attendees and repeat visitors.
Election puts new rules in limbo
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/01/2026
» In 2026, several taxes are in the Finance Ministry's pipeline that will affect salaried employees, the public and businesses.
Minor sees opportunity to focus on quality over quantity
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/01/2026
» Thailand's tourism this year should continue to be resilient and adaptable, which are among its greatest strengths, although arrivals in 2025 dipped from 2024, says Minor International.
Rising to the AI challenge
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 05/01/2026
» Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping nearly every sector of society -- from state agencies and private businesses to independent organisations, education and the media. Yet despite AI's growing presence, Thailand remains largely a technology taker rather than a technology maker, relying heavily on foreign platforms and expertise.
Delcy Rodriguez: From Maduro's 'tigress' to acting Venezuelan president
AFP, Published on 05/01/2026
» CARACAS - Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez is known for her anti-imperialist rhetoric, earning her the nickname "the tigress" from toppled leader Nicolas Maduro.