Thailand economy

Thailand’s tourism industry is making a remarkable comeback, with ambitious projections for 2026. After a record-breaking 2025, the focus has shifted from volume to quality tourism. The government is targeting …

Thailand is embracing a digital future, with massive shifts in everything from government services to economic systems. The Bank of Thailand recently set a cap on gold trading to curb …

The Thai government has begun a formal review of its high-profile digital wallet policy after new data showed uneven participation across provinces, raising fresh questions about the program’s effectiveness as …

Thailand has begun taxing online imports from the first baht as of January 1, 2026, ending a long-standing exemption for low-value goods and prompting swift adjustments across e-commerce platforms, logistics …

Bangkok residents are voicing frustration after receiving January utility bills that many say are higher than expected, reigniting concerns about household costs as the city settles back into routine after …

Private hospitals across Thailand are reassessing staffing and scheduling models after relying heavily on overtime and temporary arrangements throughout much of 2025, according to recent healthcare industry reporting and hospital …

Logistics operators in Thailand are warning of possible delivery delays in January as port congestion, warehouse capacity constraints, and staffing pressures converge ahead of the New Year, according to recent …

Manufacturers across Thailand are reporting rising maintenance and repair costs as imports of industrial machinery and replacement parts slow, adding another layer of pressure for factories heading into 2026, according …

Foreign residents and long-stay visitors in Thailand are increasingly reporting tighter banking and account verification requirements, as local financial institutions step up compliance checks heading into 2026, according to recent …

Employers across Thailand are quietly revising employment contract terms as businesses position themselves for what many expect to be a slower and more uncertain hiring environment in early 2026, according …