Hong Kong aims to diversify its service-oriented economy beyond finance by developing legal and healthcare sectors.
Nov 9, 2026
The Bank of Thailand plans to introduce regulations for a baht-pegged stablecoin in March 2027 while suspending applications for new money changer licences throughout 2027.
As cyber threats rapidly evolve through artificial intelligence and deep software dependencies, businesses operating across Southeast Asia face urgent imperative to re-evaluate their risk management, supply chain connections, and regulatory compliance.
Nov 8, 2026
Thailand's November 2026 events: scenic marathon, music festivals, cultural celebrations, fireworks, illuminations, and fairs nationwide.
Thailand's Loi Krathong 2026, from November 15-29, features riverside ceremonies, illuminated sites, and regional traditions across six regions.
Nov 7, 2026
Thailand revised alcohol regulations to allow sales at specific venues on major Buddhist holidays, maintaining a general prohibition elsewhere.
Economists caution that 86% of Thais lack retirement preparedness, emphasizing the need for earlier savings and investments due to increasing life expectancies.
Nov 6, 2026
The People’s Bank of China and Bank of the Lao PDR launched a CBDC-enabled cross-border payment system, enhancing economic connectivity and transparent currency settlement between China and Lao PDR.
TAT unveiled Thailand's sustainable tourism vision at WTM London 2026, focusing on high-value travel, greener destinations, and community benefits.
South Korean and other Asian technology markets suffered a severe sell-off on Friday, 6 November, following Wall Street's largest technology-led decline in more than a year.
Because Asian tech economies host the core manufacturing backbone for global AI hardware, the region has borne the brunt of the global sell-off:
Nov 5, 2026
Thailand’s vital tourism sector faces an extended recovery timeline, with industry consensus suggesting the nation may not reclaim its pre-pandemic benchmark of 40 million annual foreign arrivals until 2031 or beyond.
The policy brief covers discussions on managing supply-side shocks, highlighting challenges for monetary policy and financial resilience due to geopolitical tensions, climate change, and fiscal constraints, requiring coordinated policies. Introduction to the Roundtable Discussion In June 2026, a significant roundtable discussion on “Governing Supply-side Shocks – Central Bank Instruments and Financial Resilience” was held collaboratively […]