“Buy-to-Get Visa Scheme Sparks Concern Among Phuket Tourism Operators”
Phuket tourism operators have voiced opposition to a government policy that allows foreign nationals who purchase property worth at least 3 million baht to qualify for a long-stay visa, warning…
Hotel Operators Urge Land Tax Restructuring
Hotel operators have argued that seeking annual discounts on the land and building tax does little to ease the sector’s long-term fixed-cost burden, urging the government instead to overhaul the…
Gulf Development Raises Kasikornbank Stake to 10%
Photo Credit: Bangkok Post Gulf Development Plc (GULF)’s decision to raise its shareholding in Kasikornbank (KBank) to around 10% is widely viewed by analysts as a carefully calibrated move that…
Why Thailand’s Competitiveness Struggles Come Down to Execution
By the time many people finish their first coffee in Bangkok, another plan or policy announcement has often emerged, outlining how Thailand aims to accelerate growth, boost innovation or strengthen…
Baht to remain volatile despite foreign fund flows
Photo Credit: 123RF Positive domestic sentiment and renewed foreign capital inflows have supported the baht’s recent appreciation against the US dollar, but the currency is expected to remain highly volatile…
World Bank Cuts Thailand 2026 GDP Growth Forecast to 1.6%
The World Bank has lowered its forecast for Thailand’s economic growth in 2026 to 1.6%, citing weaker global trade, persistently high household debt and a slower-than-expected recovery in tourism. The…
Disneyland Thailand Concept Revived in THB300 Billion EEC Mixed-Use Investment Plan
The Thai government has once again revived plans for a potential “Disneyland Thailand,” unveiling a proposal for a THB300 billion mixed-use development within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). The proposed…
Trump Threatens Tough Action Over Iran’s Nuclear Stance
US President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Iran to halt uranium enrichment and curb its missile programme, warning that Washington is prepared to take “very tough” action if…
Thailand Targets Global Top-Five Status as Wellness Hub
Thailand has launched the “Wellness Hub Thailand” initiative, a major public–private collaboration aimed at positioning the country among the world’s top five global wellness destinations. The strategy responds to rising…
China Instructs Banks to Limit US Treasury Holdings Amid Market Risks
China has advised domestic banks to curb their exposure to US Treasuries amid concerns over market volatility, as the country’s holdings fall to their lowest level in 18 years, according…