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Italian-Thai Development Begins Leadership Transition After Premchai Karnasuta Steps Down

Italian-Thai Development has begun a generational leadership transition after long-serving chief executive Premchai Karnasuta stepped down following four decades at the company, leaving his successor to oversee a construction backlog wor...

Infineon Opens First Thailand Backend Chip Plant After 48 Billion Baht Investment

German semiconductor maker Infineon Technologies has opened its first backend manufacturing facility in Thailand following a 48 billion baht investment, expanding the country’s advanced electronics supply chain as regional demand grows f...

Thailand Climbs 10 Places to 38th in World Economic Forum Tourism Index

Thailand rose to 38th globally in the World Economic Forum Travel and Tourism Development Index after its score increased 5.6% to 4.35, placing the country fourth in Southeast Asia behind Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia amid gains in a...

Thailand Records More Than 22.6 Million Foreign Arrivals as Chinese Visitor Numbers Surge

Thailand welcomed 22.666 million foreign visitors from January through late September, with weekly Chinese arrivals jumping 42.6% during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Golden Week holidays alongside strong gains from South Kore...

Thailand and Airbus Advance Aerospace Center, Space Technology and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Partnership

Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met senior Airbus executives at Government House to advance an aerospace Center of Excellence, satellite and space technology transfers, and wider production and use of Thai-made s...

Thailand Floods Cause 69 Billion Baht in Losses and Force Toyota, Honda Plant Suspensions

Severe flooding across 31 provinces and Bangkok from late September to early October has caused an estimated 69 billion baht in agricultural and supply chain losses, equal to 0.36% of GDP, while disrupting transport, food supplies, expor...

Thailand Launches Catastrophe Insurance Scheme and Emergency Relief Measures for Flood Victims

The government activated its national catastrophe insurance protection scheme on October 1 and introduced temporary administrative concessions for flood-affected residents, including simplified replacement of lost vehicle registration pl...

Thailand Issues Severe Weather Warning as Flood Crisis Deepens Across Bangkok and Central Regions

The Thai Meteorological Department warned of severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across upper Thailand, Bangkok and central provinces from October 4 to 10, raising the risk of further flood damage to agriculture, manufacturing and su...

Thai AirAsia Returns to Suvarnabhumi With Flights to Chiang Mai, Krabi and Phuket

Thai AirAsia has resumed domestic services from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai, Krabi and Phuket, recording an inaugural load factor above 82% as the airline expands capacity and connections ahead of the high travel season.

Thailand Tourism Revenue Tops 1.1 Trillion Baht as Chinese Arrivals Rise

Thailand received more than 22.6 million foreign visitors in the first nine months of the year, generating over 1.1 trillion baht in tourism revenue as Chinese arrivals rose 42% week on week ahead of Golden Week and regional travel deman...

Thailand and Airbus Launch Aerospace and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Partnership

Thailand and Airbus have agreed to establish a regional Center of Excellence focused on aerospace technology transfer and the commercial development of Thai-made sustainable aviation fuel, alongside plans to position the country as the S...

Infineon Opens 100 Million Euro Semiconductor Facility Near Bangkok

German chipmaker Infineon Technologies has opened a 100 million euro backend production facility in Samut Prakan as part of a wider $1.4 billion investment program, expanding Thailand’s role in semiconductor supply chains serving electri...

Bangkok Draft City Plan Opens Floodway Zones to More Property Development

Urban planners have revised Bangkok’s comprehensive city plan to allow greater development rights in designated floodway zones, combining new flood-management requirements with expanded opportunities for real estate construction and land...

Asset World Corp and Westfield Plan 40 Billion Baht Retail Mega-Development in Thailand

Asset World Corp is partnering with global retail operator Westfield on a 40 billion baht commercial destination, bringing the international brand into Thailand as investment expands across premium retail, hospitality and large-scale rea...

Infineon Invests 48 Billion Baht in First Thailand Backend Semiconductor Facility

Infineon Technologies announced a 48 billion baht investment to establish its first backend semiconductor manufacturing facility in Thailand, strengthening the country’s efforts to expand its role in global microchip and advanced electro...

YOTEL to Open First Thailand Property in Bangkok This October

YOTEL will launch a 250-room hotel in a mixed-use development in Bangkok’s South Sukhumvit area, marking the international hospitality brand’s debut in Thailand and adding capacity for business travelers and digital nomads.

Thai Airways Restores Full International Schedule After Operational Restructuring

Thai Airways has mobilized additional personnel and resumed full international operations after restructuring its board and ground-handling model, while working to clear delayed cargo at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Bank of Thailand Tightens Rules to Target Illicit Financial Flows

Thailand’s central bank is introducing stricter compliance requirements aimed at curbing grey-money transactions and improving transparency across the domestic financial system.

PTT Global Chemical and SCG Chemicals Advance Joint Venture Talks

Thailand’s two largest petrochemical groups are negotiating a potential joint venture targeted for October, with the companies seeking to improve supply-chain efficiency and strengthen their regional competitiveness.

Thailand Prepares 75 Billion Baht Plan to Support Household Solar Installations

Government policymakers are advancing a 75 billion baht program to subsidize residential solar panels, aiming to lower household energy costs while supporting domestic renewable-energy industries.

Thailand Tourist Arrivals Top 22 Million as Peak Season Approaches

Thailand recorded more than 22 million international arrivals by late September, generating over 1 trillion baht in tourism revenue as Chinese, Malaysian and Indian travel demand strengthened alongside expanded flight capacity to Bangkok...

Infineon Opens $1.4 Billion Power Semiconductor Complex in Thailand

Germany’s Infineon Technologies inaugurated a 48 billion baht manufacturing facility near Bangkok to produce power semiconductors for artificial intelligence, electric vehicles and industrial applications, strengthening Thailand’s push t...

Investors Track Thailand’s Largest REITs for Yield Resilience Amid Tighter Financial Conditions

Financial analysts are monitoring Thailand’s eight largest real estate investment trusts with market capitalisations above 10 billion baht to assess how commercial property yields are holding up as interest-rate expectations and consumer...

Bangkok Deploys Heavy Pumps in Lat Krabang as Authorities Accelerate Flood Drainage

Metropolitan and national disaster-response teams mobilised heavy pumping equipment at Romklao Housing Estate in Lat Krabang to drain floodwater into Pravet Canal and protect eastern Bangkok residential areas after torrential rain.

Thailand Raises Chao Phraya Dam Discharge to 2,500 Cubic Metres per Second as Floodwaters Move South

The Royal Irrigation Department and Chao Phraya Dam authorities increased water releases to 2,500 cubic metres per second as northern floodwaters move toward central Thailand and Bangkok, intensifying efforts to protect vulnerable commun...

Thailand Opens Flood Relief Registration for 9,000 Baht Household Payments

Thai authorities opened two registration channels for households affected by severe monsoon flooding, with qualifying families set to receive 9,000 baht in direct financial assistance as emergency water-management operations continue.

Thailand Launches Disaster Insurance Scheme Covering 30 Million Homes

The Thai government introduced a nationwide insurance program protecting 30 million residential properties against floods, windstorms and earthquakes, backed by a 15.5 billion baht cabinet-approved budget.

Bank of Thailand Says IMF-World Bank Meetings Remain on Schedule Despite Flood Assessments

The Bank of Thailand said preparations for the October 12-18 IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok remain on track while regulators assess localized agricultural damage from flooding. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="0"}

Bangkok Mobilizes Flood Defenses as Seasonal Rainfall Intensifies

Bangkok authorities said the capital is continuing to implement royal water-management plans while deploying drainage teams and flood defenses ahead of the peak rainy-season period.

Prime Minister Anutin Orders Nationwide Preparations for Early October Storms

Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul directed provincial governors to activate emergency response centers and position drainage equipment ahead of heavy rain and strong weather systems forecast for early October.

Chinese Tourist Arrivals to Thailand Jump 42.6% Ahead of Peak Season

Nearly 483,000 foreign visitors entered Thailand in late September, with arrivals from China rising 42.6% and regional travel from Taiwan and South Korea also supporting demand.

Thailand Rises to 38th in World Economic Forum Travel and Tourism Index

Thailand climbed 10 places to 38th globally in the latest Travel and Tourism Development Index, reflecting stronger tourism recovery, hospitality infrastructure and international air connectivity.

Thailand Proposes Dedicated Electricity Distribution Licenses for Data Centers

The Energy Regulatory Commission published draft rules for specialized data-center electricity distribution licenses as Thailand expands direct power purchasing while seeking to protect grid reliability.

Thailand Adds 17 Projects Worth 121 Billion Baht to FastPass Investment Program

The Board of Investment expanded its FastPass program to cover 17 additional projects worth more than 121 billion baht across electronics, processed food and automotive manufacturing.

Thailand Unveils National Semiconductor Strategy Targeting $80 Billion of Investment by 2050

The government launched its first national semiconductor strategy, aiming to attract $80 billion in electronics and chip manufacturing investment over the next two decades.

Thailand Approves 160 Billion Baht Flood-Diversion Canal Project

The Cabinet approved the Chai Nat–Pa Sak–Gulf of Thailand flood-diversion canal, a 160 billion baht project scheduled to begin in 2027 and designed to reduce flooding across 3.48 million rai of agricultural and urban land.

Thailand Launches State-Funded Disaster Insurance Covering 30 Million Homes

The Thai government introduced a nationwide disaster insurance scheme covering 30 million residential properties against floods, windstorms and earthquakes, backed by a 15.5 billion baht cabinet-approved budget.

Thai Industry Group Calls for EV Tariff Adjustments as Auto Supply Chain Pressures Mount

The Federation of Thai Industries proposed changes to electric vehicle import tariffs while warning of mounting financial pressure on domestic pickup truck production and local auto parts suppliers, highlighting the challenge of managing...

Thailand’s 14th National Economic Plan to Prioritize AI, Green Industry and Human Capital

The National Economic and Social Development Council unveiled a framework for Thailand’s 14th national economic plan centered on artificial intelligence adoption, green industrial development and workforce resilience, with long-term goal...

Thai Shippers Urge Government Action Over Thai Airways Cargo Suspension at Suvarnabhumi

The Thai National Shippers Council called for immediate intervention after Thai Airways suspended international cargo operations at Suvarnabhumi Airport, warning that delays could disrupt exports of high-value electronics and industrial ...

Phuket Named Top International Wellness Destination by Canadian Travel Publications

Canadian travel publications selected Phuket as the leading international wellness destination for 2026, citing its medical tourism facilities, luxury wellness resorts and growing longevity and health tourism sector.

Bangkok Hotels Report Limited Flooding Impact Ahead of Chinese Golden Week

The Thai Hotels Association said seasonal flooding has reduced occupancy by less than 10% at central Bangkok hotels, leaving the sector broadly prepared for Chinese Golden Week and other international arrivals.

Thailand Climbs to 38th in World Economic Forum Tourism Index

Thailand ranked 38th in the latest World Economic Forum travel and tourism development index, rising 10 places on improvements in tourism infrastructure, cultural resources and air connectivity.

Eastern Economic Corridor Pushes Deeper Into Low-Carbon Manufacturing

Thailand’s Board of Investment and industrial groups in Rayong, Chonburi and Chachoengsao are advancing projects to expand renewable energy use and industrial decarbonization across the Eastern Economic Corridor.

Thailand Launches Nationwide Disaster Insurance Scheme

The Thai government rolled out a nationwide disaster insurance program designed to expand financial protection for communities and businesses exposed to seasonal flooding and other natural disasters.