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Thailand to Launch Digital Welfare Stimulus Program Through Major Delivery Platforms on June 15

The Thai government confirmed that its "Thai Chuay Thai Plus" economic stimulus program will begin on June 15, linking welfare support directly with four major food and retail delivery platforms. Officials say the initiative is designed ...

Thailand and Vietnam Expand Defense Cooperation Amid Growing Regional Security Challenges

Thailand and Vietnam have agreed to deepen bilateral defense cooperation as both countries seek closer coordination in response to emerging regional security concerns. The agreement strengthens ties between two of Southeast Asia's larges...

Thailand and China Expand Vocational Training Partnership for Electric Vehicle and AI Industries

Thailand's Ministry of Education has announced a joint initiative with China to develop training programs across 210 advanced industrial fields, including rail systems, electric vehicles, clean energy and robotics. The partnership is des...

Thai Immigration Uses Big Data Systems to Tighten Border Controls and Facilitate Legitimate Travel

Thailand's Immigration Bureau says its technology-driven border management program has blocked nearly 30,000 illicit entry attempts and helped dismantle transnational criminal networks over the past five months. By integrating advanced p...

Thailand Infrastructure Investment Forecast to Reach 21 Trillion Baht by 2050 on EEC Transport and Digital Expansion

A market analysis by PricewaterhouseCoopers Thailand projects cumulative infrastructure investment of 21 trillion baht over the next 24 years, reflecting sustained growth in public and private capital spending. Transport projects linked ...

Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026 Draws Hundreds of Global Buyers as Tourism Outlook Improves

More than 400 international travel buyers from 50 countries gathered in Chonburi for Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026, the country's flagship business-to-business tourism event. The exhibition's focus on experiential and wellness travel co...

Thai Airways Moves Ahead With 10 Billion Baht Aircraft Maintenance Hub at U-Tapao Airport

Thai Airways International has confirmed plans to invest 10 billion baht in a major maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at U-Tapao Airport within the Eastern Economic Corridor. The project will occupy 210 rai under a 50-year lease ...

Thailand Promotes Landbridge Megaproject to ASEAN Leaders in Push for Regional Trade Connectivity

Thailand's prime minister used the ASEAN Future Forum to promote the country's flagship Landbridge project to regional leaders, intensifying efforts to attract foreign investment for the multibillion-dollar infrastructure development. Th...

Thailand Launches 5 Billion Baht Fund to Train Workers in Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Manufacturing

Thailand's Board of Investment has introduced a 5 billion baht competitiveness fund aimed at strengthening workforce capabilities in strategic industries. The program will support curriculum development and technology upgrades across fie...

Attorney General Approves Revised High-Speed Rail Contract Linking Thailand's Three Major Airports

Thailand's Office of the Attorney General has cleared a key contract amendment for the high-speed railway connecting Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and U-Tapao airports, a flagship Eastern Economic Corridor project. The revised agreement requi...

Bank of Thailand Signals Steady Interest Rates Through 2026 to Support Economic Recovery

Governor Vitai Ratanakorn said the central bank intends to maintain an accommodative monetary policy and keep its benchmark rate unchanged through the end of 2026, aiming to support domestic growth while shielding businesses and househol...

Thailand Disburses 14 Billion Baht in First Week of National Economic Stimulus Program

The government's Thais Help Thais initiative delivered 14 billion baht during its first week, providing additional spending power to households, supporting local businesses and boosting consumer activity across the country.

Thai Airways Restores Bangkok–Amsterdam Route in Push to Expand European Network

Thai Airways will resume direct flights between Bangkok and Amsterdam from July 1, 2026, as part of a broader expansion of its European operations, with the carrier also announcing partnerships with nine financial institutions to support...

Thailand Expands Airport Capacity While Shifting Tourism Strategy Toward High-Value Travelers

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has unveiled a stronger focus on experiential and wellness tourism while introducing a revised international departure fee to help fund upgrades at six major airports, including the planned South Termin...

Thailand Sees Eightfold Surge in Digital Investment Applications as Gulf Development Expands Data Center Ambitions

Thailand's Board of Investment reported that digital-sector investment applications topped 8.7 billion baht in the first quarter of 2026, driven largely by hyperscale data center projects from the United States and China. The momentum co...

Thai Stock Market Surpasses 1,600 Points as Foreign Investors Lead Regional Capital Inflows

The Stock Exchange of Thailand climbed above the 1,600-point mark after attracting the strongest foreign fund inflows in Southeast Asia, with investors increasing exposure to defensive and high-dividend shares amid concerns that new Unit...

Industrial Estates and Power Utilities Benefit From Rising Global Manufacturing Relocation Trends

Investment analysts say operators of industrial parks and electricity infrastructure are attracting growing capital inflows as multinational manufacturers relocate supply chains and technology firms expand large-scale data center operati...

Thai Industry Groups Prepare Investment Drive Ahead of IMF and World Bank Meetings in Bangkok

The Federation of Thai Industries is positioning the upcoming IMF and World Bank annual meetings as an opportunity to attract international investment into artificial intelligence, data centers and broader digital economy infrastructure ...

Thailand Datacenter Industry Accelerates Adoption of Liquid-Cooling Systems for Artificial Intelligence Workloads

Industry leaders at the Thailand Cloud and Datacenter Convention highlighted increasing investment in advanced cooling technologies and energy management systems as operators prepare infrastructure for more demanding artificial intellige...

Thailand Attracts 140 Billion Baht in Electric Vehicle Investment as Industry Growth Accelerates

Strong gains in vehicle production and domestic sales following government incentive programs have helped secure substantial electric vehicle investment, reinforcing Thailand’s ambition to become ASEAN’s leading center for smart mobility...

Integrated Energy Solutions Gain Ground in Thailand’s Green Transition

Companies operating in Thailand’s renewable energy market are increasingly offering combined solar, storage, engineering and long-term energy management services, reflecting a broader shift toward comprehensive clean-energy ecosystems.

Thailand Promotes Utility Green Tariff Scheme to Attract Sustainable Manufacturing Investment

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand is positioning its Utility Green Tariff platform as a credible framework for renewable energy procurement, helping businesses pursue net-zero goals while strengthening the country’s appeal...

Thailand Targets Expanded Rice and Cassava Exports Through New China Government Deals

Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion is pursuing government-to-government agreements with China covering 460,000 tonnes of rice and cassava exports in the second half of the year, seeking to preserve market share for ke...

PwC Projects Thailand Infrastructure Investment Will Exceed 21 Trillion Baht by 2050

A new assessment by PricewaterhouseCoopers forecasts sustained investment in transport, healthcare and digital infrastructure, with projects including high-speed rail networks and Eastern Economic Corridor data centers expected to streng...

Thailand and Cambodia Maintain Diplomatic Focus on Border and Maritime Boundary Discussions

Thai and Cambodian authorities are closely monitoring developments surrounding maritime and territorial boundary negotiations under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, with both sides continuing to emphasize regional sta...

Thailand and Vietnam Set $25 Billion Trade Goal and Expand Strategic Economic Cooperation

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Vietnamese leaders agreed to deepen economic ties under a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, while major companies from both countries signed agreements covering smart industrial estates and artif...

Thailand and Vietnam Deepen Supply Chain Cooperation During High-Level Business Talks

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow joined the prime minister on an official visit to Vietnam, where government officials and business leaders discussed expanding cross-border supply chains and improving oper...

Thailand Adopts Distributed Data Center Model to Ease Power and Grid Constraints

Industry analysts say new data center projects are increasingly being developed across multiple locations rather than concentrated in a single hub, reflecting efforts to balance electricity demand, strengthen energy security, and support...

Thailand Moves to Upgrade Civil Aviation Training Center Into Regional Aviation Academy

Deputy Transport Minister Pattarapong Phataraprasit outlined plans to transform the Civil Aviation Training Center into a world-class aviation academy as part of Thailand’s strategy to strengthen its position as a leading aviation hub in...

Thai Businesses Pursue Technology and AI Partnerships in Russia

Thai corporate executives and technology representatives are continuing trade discussions with Russian counterparts, focusing on areas including artificial intelligence, technology development and sports-related investment while navigati...

Central Pattana Launches 4.5 Billion Baht Wellness-Focused Commercial Project in Nonthaburi

Central Pattana announced plans for Central Northville, a 4.5 billion baht mixed-use retail development in Nonthaburi centered on wellness and longevity concepts, targeting one of the country’s largest and most affluent suburban markets.

Airports of Thailand Raises International Passenger Charges to Fund Expansion Projects

International passenger service charges at six major airports will increase to 1,120 baht from late June 2026, helping generate an estimated 13 billion baht in additional annual revenue to support a 200 billion baht airport expansion pro...

Phuket Secures Major Luxury Development Partnership With IHG’s Voco Brand

Above Patong Residence Company has partnered with IHG Hotels & Resorts' voco brand to develop a 95-rai multi-brand luxury district in Phuket, combining ultra-luxury pool villas, branded residences and upscale retail space to meet rising ...

Thailand Signals WTO Action Over Malaysian Ban on Shrimp Imports

The Commerce Ministry said it may escalate a dispute over Malaysia's suspension of Thai shrimp imports to international trade forums if bilateral negotiations fail, while introducing measures to support domestic producers affected by the...

Thailand and France Deepen Cooperation in Aviation, Clean Energy and Digital Infrastructure

Business leaders from Thailand and France agreed to expand collaboration in key technology and infrastructure sectors during the fourth France-Thailand Business Forum, supporting Thailand's broader economic modernization efforts and its ...

Bank of Thailand Projects Stronger Trade Balance as Export Growth Accelerates

Bank of Thailand Governor Vitai Ratanakorn said the economy is expected to grow by 2% in 2026, supported by projected export growth of 12% to 13% and a return to a stronger trade surplus in the final quarter of the year.

Thailand's Electric Vehicle Industry Investment Exceeds 182 Billion Baht

The Board of Investment said total commitments to Thailand's electric vehicle ecosystem have reached 182 billion baht, strengthening the country's ambitions to become a regional hub for EV production, battery supply chains and next-gener...

Global Travel Buyers Gather in Pattaya as Thailand Promotes Wellness and Sustainable Tourism

More than 400 international buyers attended Thailand Travel Mart Plus in Chonburi, where tourism officials highlighted wellness travel, luxury experiences and sustainable tourism offerings amid growing interest from the Americas and Sout...

Eastern Economic Corridor Approves 72 Billion Baht Framework for Smart City and U-Tapao Development

The government has endorsed a 72 billion baht public-private investment framework to support infrastructure, utilities and commercial development in the Eastern Economic Corridor, including incentives aimed at accelerating growth around ...

Thailand Considers Raising 2026 Tourism Target After Strong Recovery in Long-Haul Travel

Tourism authorities are reviewing foreign arrival projections following stronger-than-expected demand from long-haul markets and the Middle East, with total visitor numbers potentially approaching 33 million this year.

Thailand Attracts More Than One Trillion Baht in Investment Applications as AI and Data Center Projects Surge

Thailand's Board of Investment reported more than one trillion baht in project applications during the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong demand for data centers, cloud services and advanced electronics manufacturing as global techn...

Thailand Prime Minister to Attend ASEAN Future Forum in Hanoi and Hold High-Level Talks With Vietnam

Thailand’s prime minister will travel to Hanoi on June 8–9 to attend the 3rd ASEAN Future Forum and meet senior Vietnamese leaders, while also leading a Thailand-Vietnam Investment and Business Forum aimed at strengthening trade, investm...