Thai Economic Outlook for Q1 2025

President Trump’s potential second term increases global uncertainty, reshaping trade policies and impacting the economy. Thailand faces challenges from U.S. tariffs, sluggish recovery, and the need for strategic adaptation among businesses. Global …

US Aid Cuts Will Increase Hardships in Thai Refugee Camps

Thailand set up refugee camps for them on the border with Myanmar. Now there are nine refugee camps along the border in Thailand: Mae La, Umpiem Mai, Nupo, Mae Ra Ma Luang, Mae La Oon, Tham Hin, Ban Don Yang, and Karenni Refugee Camps 1 and 2. The largest …

Thai auto industry shows signs of revival amid slump

Executives say recovery will be slow but believe motor show will provide sales boost PUBLISHED : 25 Mar 2025 at 11:20 UPDATED : 25 Mar 2025 at 16:50 Thailand’s auto industry faces a slow and painful recovery from a prolonged slump even with government …

Thai car production falls 13.6% in February

19th straight month of declining output reflects weaker domestic and export sales PUBLISHED : 25 Mar 2025 at 11:20 UPDATED : 25 Mar 2025 at 14:32 Car production in Thailand dropped 13.6% in February from a year earlier, as a lengthy decline in domestic …

Opposition: Pheu Thai megaprojects serve Thaksin’s inner circle

Surachet also alleged that the contractor deliberately delayed submitting documents to the Board of Investment (BOI), preventing the project from starting before the contract was amended. “This project now poses high financial risks, as the government has …

Thai authorities detain 17 Myanmar nationals, including one-year...

Thai authorities have arrested 17 Myanmar nationals, including a one-year-old child, for illegal entry. A pickup truck carrying Myanmar nationals fled at a checkpoint in Sangkhla Buri District, Kanchanaburi Province, Thailand, and the Myanmar nationals who …

Manchester United legends supporting emerging Thai soccer stars

Copa Tailandesa 2025 gathers Manchester United legends in Hua Hin, spotlighting youth talent. Copa Tailandesa 2025 promises international attention, showcasing emerging football stars competing for prestigious academy honors. Between the 10th and the 15th …

Good News! Fuel prices reduced by 1 baht per liter ahead of ‘Songkarn’ Thai New Year

The price cut will be implemented in two phases: 50 satang per liter starting on March 28, followed by another 50 satang per liter on April 4. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Oil Fund Management Board (OFMB), on March 24, has decided to reduce gasoline and diesel …

‘One Village, One Thai Chef’ program surpasses goals, boosts economy

The project equips citizens with professional culinary skills, certifying them as Thai chefs and contributing to the growth of the national food economy. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand’s “One Village, One Thai Chef” program, launched under the government’s …

Thai baht/US dollar slightly weaker on Monday