NIKKEI: Vietnam Set to Surpass Thailand’s Economy This Year Amid Rapid Growth
Photo Credit: Eye on Asia According to Nikkei Asia, Vietnam is on track to surpass Thailand’s economy as early as this year, driven by a significant government-led infrastructure expansion. While…
Oil markets remain unchanged despite US military action in Caracas
Global crude oil markets showed little immediate response following the US military operation in Venezuela on January 3, which aimed to detain President Nicolás Maduro, according to the Thai Energy…
Regulation Crackdown on Cannabis Shops
The Ministry of Public Health is advancing its efforts to establish a new ministerial regulation on cannabis before the incoming government takes office. The draft regulation is currently under review…
UK Implements Ban on Junk Food Advertisements During Daytime TV and Online Platforms
Starting Monday, new regulations will be implemented across Britain, banning advertisements for so-called junk foods during daytime television and online platforms. The government describes this as a “world-leading initiative” aimed…
Social Security Contributions “Section 33 – Section 39 – Section 40” for January 2026, how much should be paid?
Social Security Contributions for January 2026: Updates for Section 33, Section 39, and Section 40 In accordance with the Cabinet’s resolution effective today (January 1, 2026), social security contributions have…
Trump Threatens Venezuela’s New Leader With a Fate Worse Than Maduro’s
Source and Credit: https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/01/trump-venezuela-maduro-delcy-rodriguez/685497/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPIB9NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeIxzbW9YyIQ7Ny0bcPcEu_YTk1SCc8GDcRP41vVUKBzPdK7EzyXDGVMIqCbI_aem_2WVAv-3b5TYxDhTw1WbERA The president told The Atlantic that Delcy Rodríguez needs to comply with U.S. wishes—or else. In a telephone interview this morning, President Donald Trump issued a…
Prioritizing Foreign Investment
Photo Credit: Stock Photo The new government should focus not only on short-term measures like stimulus packages to revive the sluggish economy but also on long-term strategies aimed at boosting…
Exporters Encounter Another Challenging Year
Thailand’s exports in 2026 are expected to face volatility and challenges due to a global economic slowdown, high household debt, geopolitical uncertainties, and rising trade protectionism, according to the Thai…
Manufacturers Prepare for Challenging 2026
Thailand’s manufacturing industry is preparing for a challenging start to 2026, driven by ongoing political instability, weak domestic demand, and structural issues within the sector. Industry leaders warn that unresolved…
Drunk Driving Leads New Year Road Violations List
Photo Credit: FM91 Trafficpro Over 90% of road traffic violations recorded between December 30 and December 31, 2025, were related to alcohol consumption, according to recent statistics. However, at least…