TAT highlights “Healing is the New Luxury” at the Tourism Expo Japan 2026

Thailand Business News - Sep 27, 2026

TAT promotes "Healing is the New Luxury" in Japan, focusing on wellness, culture, and immersive travel for high-value tourists.

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Oct 6, 2026

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Phuket is preparing to host the 2026 Vegetarian Festival from October 9–18, with more than 140,000 visitors expected and at least 1.4 billion baht in local economic activity. Deputy Government Spokesperson Ploytalay Laksmeesangchan stated that the annual festival, locally known as Jia Chai, is a significant cultural tradition that reflects the religious faith and heritage […]

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Oct 4, 2026

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Oct 4, 2026

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Oct 4, 2026

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Siam Amazing Park suffered nearly 500 million baht in flooding damage. Owner Dr. Chaiwat may sell the entire business for 10 billion baht if he cannot secure financing for repairs, estimated to take 3-6 months.

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Oct 4, 2026

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IDX launched the Green Equity Designation to promote sustainable finance in the Indonesian capital market. Companies meeting green criteria receive visibility and investors gain structured, transparent information for sustainable investment decisions. Through this initiative, IDX grants a special designation to shares of Listed Companies that meet the criteria for green economic activities and/or transition toward […]

Exploring Broad-based Growth in Legal and Healthcare Services in Hong Kong

Oct 3, 2026

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Indonesia Representative Offices: What They Can and Cannot Do

Oct 3, 2026

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Vietnam Emerges as the European Union’s Top Trading Destination Within Southeast Asia

Oct 2, 2026

Vietnam Emerges as the European Union’s Top Trading Destination Within Southeast Asia

Vietnam leads ASEAN as most attractive for European business expansion, with 64% planning investment growth over five years. Indonesia follows at 57%, while Malaysia and Thailand lag at 49%. Vietnam's appeal combines market opportunity, established business presence, and supply chain resilience needs.

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Oct 2, 2026

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Thailand & Asia | 3 October 2026 Thailand flood losses climb toward THB69 billion as agriculture, factories and exports come under pressure Thailand’s flooding is emerging as a much larger economic shock than the initial urban disruption suggested. A new assessment from Rangsit University puts losses across the agricultural supply chain at THB69.1 billion, equivalent […]

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