Foreign investors in Indonesia need sector-specific approvals based on activities, risk levels, and regulations; licenses and certifications vary.
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 […]
The Asia-Pacific region illustrates a shift toward "minilateral" cooperation amid global fragmentation, as highlighted in the World Economic Forum and McKinsey's 2026 Global Cooperation Barometer
Sep 13, 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand predicts 250,000 Chinese tourists during Golden Week, generating 11.5 billion baht in revenue, reflecting significant year-on-year growth and promoting diverse travel experiences within Thailand.
The Thailand Board of Investment approved a strategic shift in its investment promotion policy, prioritizing advanced manufacturing, technology transfer, and domestic vendor integration over low-margin operations.
A new maritime attack in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified fears that the disruption to global energy supplies could become more severe. The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported that a vessel was hit by a projectile, while Saudi Arabia has already temporarily shut its East-West oil pipeline, which normally carries around 4–5 million […]