Thailand Cannabis Flower Medical Use Only – Sales Banned
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Thailand has reclassified cannabis flower for medical use only, banning general sales, advertising, and recreational use with immediate effect. The Ministry of Public Health announced the new…
Dusit Chief anticipates a 2025 rebound to meet investor expectations
SET-listed Dusit International has reassured investors of a more optimistic outlook for 2025, forecasting a revenue of 16 billion baht from transfers of Dusit Residences and a reduction in interest…
Thailand Implements Stricter Regulations on E-Commerce Activities
Thailand is set to enhance regulation of digital marketplaces by introducing new rules for certain platform types, aiming to strengthen consumer protection and promote responsible e-commerce, according to the Electronic…
Smart Traffic Lights Reduce Bangkok Travel Delays by 10-41%
Photo credit: กรุงเทพมหานคร Facebook Page The installation of smart traffic signal systems at 72 key intersections throughout Bangkok has resulted in an average reduction of travel delays by between 10%…
Chinese Exports Surge in Southeast Asia Amid US Tariffs
According to Citigroup Inc., Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia are among the Asian nations experiencing the most significant increase in Chinese imports as US tariffs disrupt regional trade dynamics. The surge…
Thailand-US Direct Flights Resume Under Consideration
Thailand is ramping up efforts to establish direct flight routes between Thailand and the United States as part of the government’s strategy to position the country as a regional aviation…
Labubu doll sells for $150,000 at auction amid soaring demand
A human-sized Labubu doll sold for an impressive 1.08 million yuan (approximately US$150,000) at an auction in Beijing, highlighting the rising craze for this popular collectible toy embraced by celebrities.…
Likely Impact of Tariffs Expected in Q3
Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat stated that the full effects of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Thailand’s economy are expected to be clearer in the third quarter. In the…
Calls for Action to Stop the Rise in Non-Performing Loans
The National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) is calling for measures to enhance debt restructuring efforts to prevent special mention (SM) loans from escalating into non-performing loans (NPLs), following…
Krungsri Revises SET Index Target to 1,418
Krungsri Research has downgraded its year-end target for the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) index to 1,418 points from the previous estimate of 1,660, reflecting a more cautious outlook on…