Today's briefing prioritises Thai economic restructuring, regional infrastructure investment, Chinese currency policy, US–China trade relations and Japanese monetary policy.
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 […]
Private creditors returned in force and bond markets reopened, but poorest countries’ borrowing faced highest costs in decades.
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) plans to tighten controls on Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services from December, aiming to curb debt risks
A Channel NewsAsia commentary argues that a politically weakened US president may become more assertive in foreign affairs, where executive authority remains broad.
Nov 4, 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand launched the "Scan Thailand Pay Like A Local" campaign, promoting cross-border QR payments for tourists, enhancing digital transactions, convenience, and revenue for local businesses.