Thailand May Introduce Higher Tourist Tax for International Visitors
Thailand is considering increasing its long-discussed tourist entry fee for foreign visitors beyond the proposed 300 baht due to inflation and rising insurance costs, according to Tourism and Sports Minister…
China Eyes 200 Boeing Aircraft Deal Amid Push to Extend US Tariff Pause
China has confirmed plans to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft while also seeking an extension of its existing trade agreement and tariff truce with the United States, according to a statement…
Q1 Fuel Consumption Records Increase
Thailand’s fuel consumption recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, increasing 5.3% year-on-year to an average of 167 million litres per day, according to the Department of Energy…
Thailand Posts 2.8% Economic Expansion in Q1
Thailand’s economy expanded by 2.8% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, up from 2.5% in the previous quarter, driven mainly by strong domestic investment growth, according to the National…
Heavy Traffic Congestion Across Bangkok
Bangkok’s traffic congestion has long been one of the defining characteristics of the Thai capital, evolving over decades alongside the city’s rapid urban growth and economic expansion. In earlier decades,…
Sell in May’ Strategy Faces Uncertainty This Year
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) delivered a strong performance in April despite typically weaker trading conditions caused by holidays and lower turnover. The index climbed to 1,510.02 points before…
Thai Airways International Expands Europe Network Despite Jet Fuel Concerns
Thai Airways International plans to expand its European flight network while closely managing fuel costs and route operations amid concerns over geopolitical tensions and the ongoing conflict in the Middle…
Bank of Thailand Calls for Focus on Quality Over Quantity in Foreign Capital Flows
Photo Credit: Bangkok Post Bank of Thailand is urging the government to focus on the quality of foreign direct investment (FDI) rather than simply increasing investment volumes, aiming to deliver…
Thailand’s Rainy Season Officially Begins Friday
Thai Meteorological Department has announced that Thailand will officially enter the rainy season on Friday, May 15, although rainfall levels this year are expected to be lower than average. According…
AEROTHAI Clarifies TG029 Go Around Incident, Confirms ATC Procedures Met International Safety Standards
Thailand’s Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (AEROTHAI) has issued a statement clarifying the incident involving flight TG029 on the Ubon Ratchathani – Suvarnabhumi Airport route after information shared on social media…