Bangkok Reinforces Emergency WFH Measures to Address PM2.5 Pollution Crisis in 2026
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has updated its work-from-home (WFH) guidelines to enhance its response to the expected PM2.5 pollution crisis in early 2026, lowering the threshold for emergency activation.…
Thai Government Implements ‘Quick Big Win’ Stimulus to Drive Q4 Economic Growth
The Thai government has introduced a “Quick Big Win” stimulus initiative aimed at invigorating the economy in the fourth quarter, primarily through the ‘Rao Chana Plus’ co-payment scheme. With a…
Thai Inflation Declines for Sixth Consecutive Month, Approaching Zero – But Concerns Over Deflation Remain Unfounded
Thailand’s headline inflation rate declined for the sixth consecutive month in September, falling by 0.72% compared to the previous year, according to the Ministry of Commerce. This ongoing decrease is…
Small Businesses Call for Government Aid as Consumer Spending Declines
SMEs in Bangkok’s Wat Pho Area Face Profit Declines Amid Consumer Spending Drop and Slowing Tourism Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Wat Pho district of Bangkok are seeing…
U.S. Tariffs Cause Decline in Thai Export Rates
In August 2025, Thailand’s exports increased by 5.8% year-on-year (YoY), reaching USD 27,743.19 million, though the growth slowed from the 11.0% recorded in July and fell short of expectations. Seasonally…
Gold Approaches $4,000 Amid US Shutdown Safe-Haven Demand
On Monday morning, gold prices surged past US$3,900 per ounce, nearing the US$4,000 mark, driven by increased demand for safe-haven assets amid the ongoing US federal government shutdown. Bloomberg reported…
CP Group CEO urges Thailand to capitalize on supply chain shifts and green finance amid global volatility.
CP Group CEO Suphachai Chearavanont highlighted the importance for Thailand to capitalize on shifting supply chains and green finance amid global economic and technological changes. Speaking at the TSCN Business…
Tourism Minister Announces Finalization of Travel Fee Decision Within Four Months
Thailand’s Tourism Minister has announced that the government will decide on whether to introduce a Travel Fee for foreign visitors within the next four months, with the goal of funding…
Nissan Recalls Over 19,000 US Vehicles for Fire Risk During Quick Charging
Nissan North America is recalling 19,077 LEAF electric vehicles in the US over a potential fire hazard linked to Level 3 quick charging, the NHTSA announced Friday. The recall covers…
Anutin Government Prioritizes Clean Drinking Water as a Key National Policy
Anutin Government Elevates Clean Drinking Water to a Core Policy to Reduce Household Costs and Ensure Safe, Affordable Access for All Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s administration has announced that clean…