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Challenges of Thailand’s Fragile Economy and Tariff Issues

Thailand’s economy is grappling with persistent challenges attributed to long-standing structural issues, such as an aging population that contributes to labor shortages and market constraints. The country’s business competitiveness has…

Thailand’s 80-Billion-Baht “Gambling Kickback” Economy Exposed: A Shadow Power Network

As Thailand’s government urgently seeks new revenue streams to stabilize its budget, one of the country’s largest untaxed economies continues to operate in the shadows: the illegal gambling kickback system,…

KuCoin Enters the Cryptocurrency Market

Competition in Thailand’s cryptocurrency exchange market is set to intensify as ERX Company Ltd, the first digital token exchange regulated by the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), partners with…

CP Chief Anticipates Benefits from US Tariffs

Thailand is positioned to benefit from two significant investment opportunities in data centers and electronics automation due to US President Donald Trump’s extensive global tariffs, according to Suphachai Chearavanont, Chief…

Foodpanda to Exit Thailand: Strategic Consolidation by Delivery Hero

Bangkok, April 23, 2025 — In a decisive move reflective of broader restructuring across the region, Delivery Hero SE has announced its intention to cease Foodpanda operations in Thailand by…

Thailand to Relax Regulations on Foreign Business Ownership

Photo credit: Varuth Hirunyatheb The Thai cabinet has agreed in principle to modify the Foreign Business Act in order to reduce restrictive regulations and foster a more investor-friendly environment. The…

Thailand Approves Online Driving Licence Renewals for Eligible Drivers

Thailand Approves Online Driving Licence Renewals for Eligible Drivers In a move aimed at reducing red tape and enhancing public convenience, the Thai Cabinet has approved a draft ministerial directive…

Tourism Ministry Lowers 2025 Revenue Target to ฿3 Trillion Amid Global Concerns

Tourism Ministry Lowers 2025 Revenue Target to ฿3 Trillion Amid Global Concerns The Tourism and Sports Ministry has revised its 2025 tourism revenue forecast down to 3 trillion baht, adjusting…

Mae Hong Son Choked by Wildfire Smoke as Northern Thailand Battles Rising Pollution

Mae Hong Son Choked by Wildfire Smoke as Northern Thailand Battles Rising Pollution CHIANG MAI — Northern Thailand continues to grapple with worsening air quality as wildfires ravage forested areas,…

Thai Rice Exports Drop Sharply in Q1, Raising Global Market Concerns

Thai Rice Exports Drop Sharply in Q1, Raising Global Market Concerns Thailand’s rice exports have plummeted in the first quarter of 2025, with a 30% overall decline and a 53%…