Thailand Introduces New Legislation to Regulate Cannabis While Maintaining Its Legality
Thailand has introduced a new bill aimed at regulating its cannabis industry, focusing primarily on health and medical uses, in a bid to rein in recreational smoking following several policy…
Tupperware Seeks Bankruptcy Protection Amid Declining Demand
Tupperware Brands and several of its subsidiaries filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday, facing the consequences of falling demand for its once-popular colorful food storage containers and increasing…
Asian Markets Celebrate Major US Interest Rate Reduction
Asian stocks experienced a significant uptick on Thursday following the Federal Reserve’s announcement of its first interest rate cut in four years, a move analysts believe paves the way for…
‘Enhanced Promotion of Digital Nomad Visas’
The government is stepping up the promotion of its new Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) to attract foreign nationals who wish to work while travelling in Thailand, according to Foreign Affairs…
Consumer Spending Set to Finally Rebound This Year
Analysts indicate that consumer spending in Thailand is poised to increase this year, surpassing 2019 levels for the first time, driven by anticipated interest rate cuts from the Bank of…
Initiative to Combat Scams
Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a list MP from the People’s Party, has recently criticized the Bank of Thailand’s governor for his slow response to the growing problem of call centre scams. He…
Government Optimistic About Wage Increase Proposal
Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn is optimistic that a new nationwide daily minimum wage increase to 400 baht could take effect on October 1, alongside measures to support businesses that may…
Opposition Raises Concerns About the ‘Shady’ Aspects of Casinos
The opposition People’s Party has raised concerns about the government’s casino project, following recent modifications to the plan that they believe could lead to questionable business practices. Nont Pisarnlimjaroenkit, a…
Government Borrowing ‘Will Not Displace’ Private Sector Activity
The government has assured that its borrowing of 2.59 trillion baht for the 2025 fiscal year will not interfere with the fundraising efforts of the private sector, according to a…
Department Considers Implementing Stricter Regulations on Waste Paper Imports
The Foreign Trade Department is set to implement strict import control measures on waste paper to safeguard public health and the environment. Ronnarong Phoolpipat, the department’s director-general, stated that the…