Thailand is considering cutting taxes on oil products as the government looks for additional ways to contain the impact of elevated global energy prices on households and businesses.
Sep 17, 2026
TAT's Nihao Month 2026 targets Chinese tourists with Meituan promotions, cultural events, and KOL trips to boost engagement.
Thailand’s energy outlook is coming under renewed pressure as liquefied natural gas prices surge amid disruptions to Middle Eastern supply routes. PTTEP warned that every US$3 per million British thermal units increase in LNG prices could raise Thai electricity prices by about 5%, highlighting the country’s exposure to the global gas market. LNG currently supplies […]
Join the launch of the ASEAN+3 Financial Stability Report 2026 on October 5. It assesses financial resilience, explores risks, and discusses policy priorities amid geopolitical uncertainties and AI investment optimism. Upcoming Launch of the ASEAN+3 Financial Stability Report 2026 On Monday, October 5, at 10:30 am Singapore time, the ASEAN+3 Financial Stability Report (AFSR) 2026 […]
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister emphasized maritime boundary delimitation as key in UNCLOS proceedings with Cambodia, while addressing land border tensions and confirming readiness for upcoming meetings in The Hague. Key Points Deputy Prime Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow emphasized Thailand’s commitment to maritime boundary delimitation in conciliation proceedings with Cambodia under UNCLOS, following the first Commission meeting […]
Sep 16, 2026
Thailand seeks Trump meeting to unlock trade deal as US tariff pressure remains high Thailand has proposed a meeting between Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and US President Donald Trump in New York on September 17 or 18, with bilateral trade negotiations and tariff rates at the centre of the agenda. Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun said […]
The BRICS summit in New Delhi has produced a joint declaration calling for maximum restraint and diplomatic efforts to address the escalating Middle East conflict, while members also criticised unilateral tariffs and other trade measures.
Sep 15, 2026
As the capital grapples with an unprecedented AI-driven digital expansion, the government faces a high-stakes reckoning—balancing the promise of a booming tech economy against severe environmental risks, power grid strains, and growing public outcry.
Thailand targets US$600 million tourism boost as domestic travel becomes a stronger economic buffer Thailand is preparing a new THB4 billion domestic-tourism stimulus package designed to generate more than THB20 billion (US$602 million) in additional tourism spending as the sector faces a slower recovery in international arrivals and rising operating costs. Tourism and Sports Minister […]
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met former UK PM Tony Blair to discuss economic transformation, AI, and clean energy, seeking TBI's expertise for OECD accession and enhanced competitiveness.
Sep 14, 2026
The Stock Exchange of Thailand has updated listing criteria to allow new economy companies in 10 industries to raise funds, including those promoted by BOI and EEC, and international companies
Thailand's Board of Investment has given the green light to six significant projects totaling $29 billion, spearheaded by TikTok's $25 billion data center expansion. These approvals underscore Thailand's rise as a key regional digital infrastructure hub, bolstered by nine additional FastPass projects that expedite implementation timelines and enhance power readiness.
Asian equities opened lower on Monday as a renewed oil-price surge intensified inflation concerns and investors prepared for potentially tighter monetary policy in both the United States and Japan. Brent crude rose around 3% to US$107.18 a barrel, after gaining almost 9% last week, while US crude reached US$102.62 as attacks and shipping disruptions threatened […]