Foreign companies can establish representative offices in Indonesia: KPPA, KP3A, and KP BUJKA, each with specific rules and limitations.
Sep 30, 2026
USD to THB exchange rate stands at 33.40. Thailand's central bank maintained interest rates at 1.00% in 2026, supporting economic stability. Global factors and tourism influence currency fluctuations; travelers should compare exchange rates before converting money.
Governor of the Bank of Thailand and financial service providers developed a framework to prevent financial sector exploitation for illegal activities, promoting stability, security, and protection for legitimate users. Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), stated that the BOT, together with financial service providers under its supervision, jointly developed the “Framework […]
Sep 29, 2026
Thailand's Ministry of Transport will intensify enforcement of ride-hailing regulations starting October 1, targeting eight platforms including Grab, Bolt, and LINE MAN
Severe flooding in Bangkok and surrounding provinces is projected to reduce Thailand's 2026 economic growth by 0.3 percentage points, lowering estimates to 2.1%
The region’s 680 million people largely skipped the credit card era and went straight to mobile-first payments and, in the process, accelerated the buildout of digital payment infrastructure at scale.
Sep 28, 2026
Hong Kong's economy has moved past pandemic-era skepticism, achieving 3.6 percent growth in 2025 with continued momentum projected at 3.4 percent in 2026.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of Thailand met with South Korean agencies to enhance cooperation on AI, copyright enforcement, and rights management, aiming to support creators and the digital economy. Key Points The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) held bilateral meetings in Seoul with four major South Korean copyright agencies, aiming to bolster cooperation […]
This note examines how different climate transition pathways affect firm-level credit risk across ASEAN+3 economies, using 12-month probabilities of default as a measure of credit risk. It compares outcomes under Nationally Determined Contributions and net-zero 2050 scenarios against current policy baselines, revealing sector-specific and country-specific variations. The findings show that transition risk is highly heterogeneous, […]
Sep 27, 2026
The Asian Development Bank projects inflation across developing Asia-Pacific economies will stay above 2025 levels through 2027, driven by geopolitical conflicts, higher energy costs, and extreme weather. The September Asian Development Outlook update slightly lowered the 2026 inflation forecast to 4.2% while raising the 2027 projection to 3.5%. Conflicts affecting oil markets and an expected […]
TAT promoted Thailand's film strengths and tourism at TIFF 2026, highlighting diverse filming locations and enhancing international connections.
Rainfall and flooding in Bangkok could disrupt travel. Airports are operational; travelers should monitor updates and allow extra time.
TAT promotes "Healing is the New Luxury" in Japan, focusing on wellness, culture, and immersive travel for high-value tourists.