Economy
Steady as she goes economy driven by exports and public investment with a 3.3% growth rate forecast for 2021
Public confidence is key as Thailand’s economy flies into 2021 on one engine without foreign tourism. A steady, underlying recovery, seen since the third quarter,… Read More ›
Covid-19 end in sight as PM announces vaccine contract with giant UK Swedish firm AstraZeneca
The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction that Thailand has been able to protect its population and public health service from the Covid-19 threat and publicly linked… Read More ›
Ex Chairman of Thai Airways jailed in Bangkok for abuse of authority on fateful flight from Tokyo in 2009
Wallop Bhukkanasut was employed by Thai Airways in senior roles before becoming Chairman in April 2009. His tenure was short-lived, brought to a crashing halt… Read More ›
Thailand’s tourism boss targets thousands instead of millions as public health is prioritised above all
Government’s economic team has approved work permits for Elite cardholders investing over $1 million over 5 years as the new, limited, foreign tourism regime becomes… Read More ›
Central Bank intervenes to stem the baht for now as the country’s foreign reserves keep growing with inflows
On November 6th, Thailand’s foreign reserves stood at ฿7.7 trillion, an increase of 1.2% in 7 days since October 30th. The currency, despite Thailand’s lopsided… Read More ›
Thailand unlikely to reopen doors to mass-market tourism before the end of 2021 until after a full vaccination
The Thai currency has been the subject of international financial players in the last few weeks who are buying up debt and assets wagering that… Read More ›
Strengthening baht predicted as investors bet on a reopening of Thailand to mass tourism in 2021
The new Bank of Thailand boss, Sethaput Suthiwart-Narueput, is also signalling a more hands-off approach to the currency which since the start of November is… Read More ›
World’s biggest free trade deal just signed will be a huge boost for the Thai economy and exports
The trade deal is a definite blow to US interests in the Asia Pacific while key economists see it leading to enhanced prosperity and integration… Read More ›
Big tech US website Tripadvisor stings struggling Thai hotels and resorts after acting in bad faith
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Actions of US tech giant are questionable and have left a family business struggling with a tsunami of negative and vituperative commentary after it was… Read More ›
Thai ministers set out ambitious agenda to make the kingdom the dominant digital player in ASEAN
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Another seminar, later in the week, heard a more down to earth assessment as Thai entrepreneur, Amarit Charoenphan, bemoaned the closure of the kingdom to… Read More ›
Tourism industry totters on the brink as tourists from the UK, the USA and Europe can now apply on conditions
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Countries in South America and the Indo Pacific region are, right now, hoovering up Thailand’s regular tourists with another contingent having already decided to stay… Read More ›
Experts see a brighter day under a Biden/ Harris US administration as PM pens congratulations
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Top Thai economist predicts that Senator Kamala Horris will become the first female US president while government officials are preparing for a reopening and flourishing… Read More ›
US heading into a constitutional crisis with baht surging against the dollar and worried expats as events unfold
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Trump now seems resigned to a legal fight and has declared the election, which he appeared to be winning on Tuesday night, as ‘rigged’ through… Read More ›
US move against Thailand on trade is a warning as Thai exports to America boomed in September by over 19%
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The decision, which came out of the blue this week after 12 years of talks, will impact Thai exports such as mango and pineapple making… Read More ›
Smart cities being proposed to house Chinese investors in the Eastern Economic Corridor project region
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Thai Chinese business boss reveals that two Chinese firms have ฿10 billion earmarked and have already purchased land in Chachoengsao and Chonburi to build smart… Read More ›
Foreign condo buyers to get permanent residency under debt-free scheme being mooted by officials
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It comes as the government attempts to streamline what has been a shambolic mismatch of regulations concerning various aspects and implementation of the Special Tourist… Read More ›
Rapidly rising debt levels in Thailand means that the country must open up to mass tourism quickly in 2021
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The reality is that this economic crisis in Thailand is only now beginning to bite as already 10% of commercial bank borrowers who availed of… Read More ›
French woman tested positive for Covid 19 on Ko Samui on October 21st confirmed top health official Friday
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The bombshell news may have implications for efforts to reopen the country to tourism although Thai officials are investigating whether the woman contracted the virus… Read More ›
Top minister accuses protesters of imperiling economic recovery and the health of Thai people at this time
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The comments come as there are tentative signs that Thailand’s predicted economic contraction for 2020 will not be as severe as expected while the Ministry… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Big tech US website Tripadvisor stings struggling Thai hotels and resorts after acting in bad faith
November 14, 2020
Actions of US tech giant are questionable and have
Thai ministers set out ambitious agenda to make the kingdom the dominant digital player in ASEAN
November 12, 2020
Another seminar, later in the week, heard a more down
Tourism industry totters on the brink as tourists from the UK, the USA and Europe can now apply on conditions
November 11, 2020
Countries in South America and the Indo Pacific region
Experts see a brighter day under a Biden/ Harris US administration as PM pens congratulations
November 10, 2020
Top Thai economist predicts that Senator Kamala Horris
Top international school in Phuket in hot water after two UK teachers were arrested for working illegally there
November 9, 2020
Officials are warning employers in Thailand following
French man’s deportation shock is a wake-up call to all foreigners in Thailand using social media
November 5, 2020
In 2019, 47-year-old Yan Eric Marchal was visited by
25-year-old American killed during police siege after Pattaya crime spree with a stolen Glock 9mm handgun
November 3, 2020
Police have identified the man as Michael Giavasse.
King tells western TV crews that he loves all Thai people equally and the kingdom is the land of compromise
November 2, 2020
The King and Queen received a rousing reception from
Sean Connery, the sexiest man alive, who played James Bond, has passed away at 90 years of age in Bahamas
November 1, 2020
Remembered as the greatest Scotsman ever, Connery
Coup again ruled out by Prawit as reconciliation is sought but with growing calls for Prayut to go
October 30, 2020
After another week of protests and two days of a
Visa amnesty finally ending but the new regime is pragmatic and may allow for further renewals
October 29, 2020
Foreign embassies in Thailand including that of the
Foreign condo buyers to get permanent residency under debt-free scheme being mooted by officials
October 26, 2020
It comes as the government attempts to streamline what
Strength of support for the monarchy being seen this week as political unrest deepens into standoff
October 25, 2020
Events this week show that the Thai public still
Rapidly rising debt levels in Thailand means that the country must open up to mass tourism quickly in 2021
October 24, 2020
The reality is that this economic crisis in Thailand
Top minister accuses protesters of imperiling economic recovery and the health of Thai people at this time
October 23, 2020
The comments come as there are tentative signs that
Special Tourist Visa – first Chinese tourists flying in with plans for European visitors to follow soon
October 21, 2020
Tourism Authority Governor says officials are working
Voice TV ordered shut by a Thai court as action against media outlets proceeds despite assurances
October 20, 2020
Top government officials appeared reticent on Tuesday
