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Eastern Economic Corridor Drives Foreign Investment Momentum in Thailand’s Industrial Strategy

Foreign direct investment continues to flow into Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor as global companies expand manufacturing and logistics operations. The region remains central to Thailand’s long-term industrial and supply chain strategy.
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Tourism and Exports Continue to Support Thailand's Economy Despite External Headwinds
Thai Tourism Industry Calls for High-Value Growth Strategy Backed by Measurable Targets
Thailand Establishes Tourism Task Force to Drive Economic Stimulus in Second Half of 2026
Eastern Economic Corridor Drives Foreign Investment Momentum in Thailand’s Industrial Strategy
Thailand Tourism Board Targets Middle East, Europe and North America in New Marketing Push
Thailand Expands Data Center and Cloud Infrastructure to Support Digital Economy Growth
Thailand Strengthens Position as Regional Automotive and Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub
Thailand Attracts Surge in Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing Investment
ASEAN Digital Trade Integration Advances to Support Regional SME Growth
Thailand Accelerates Smart City and Innovation Park Development in Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand Sees Rising Medical Tourism Demand Across Private Hospital Networks
International Retail Groups Expand Digital Commerce and Logistics Investments in Thailand
Luxury Hospitality Investment Expands in Bangkok and Phuket Amid Rising Premium Travel Demand
Tourism Authority of Thailand Launches Global Campaign Targeting High-Spending International Travelers
Thailand and ASEAN Move to Harmonize Digital Trade Rules to Boost Cross-Border E-Commerce
Global Tech Firms Accelerate AI Data Center and Cloud Investments Across Greater Bangkok and Chonburi
Thailand Approves New International Flight Capacity to Support Tourism Recovery and Business Travel Growth
Thailand Investment Board Rolls Out Major Tax Incentives to Attract Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturers
Thailand and China Expand Economic Cooperation in Eastern Economic Corridor With Focus on Rail, Industry and Logistics
Thailand–Vietnam Business Forum Highlights Intensifying Supply Chain Competition and Shift Toward Regional Partnerships
Thailand Expands High-Value Tourism Push With New Direct Flights and Visa Review for Key Markets
Thailand’s NESDC Proposes Civil Servant Welfare Overhaul as Rising Fixed Costs Strain Public Finances
Thai Business Groups Warn Strong Baht Is Undermining Export Competitiveness
Bangchak Corporation Completes Acquisition of Chevron Hong Kong and Expands North Asia Trading Footprint
Thailand Records 2.35 Million Tourist Arrivals and 10.6 Percent Export Growth as Economy Leans on Travel and Trade
Thailand Extends Domestic Aviation Fee Discounts to Support Airlines and Operational Efficiency
Thailand Develops Luxury Rail Tourism Network to Target High-Spending International Travelers
Thailand Expands Cross-Border QR Payment System to Support Tourism and Regional Trade
Thailand and Meta Launch Nationwide Artificial Intelligence Training Program for Small Businesses and Farmers
Bangkok’s True Digital Park and Japan’s Fukuoka Prefecture Launch Cross-Border Startup Innovation Corridor
Thailand Proposes ASEAN Semiconductor Framework to Strengthen Regional Supply Chains
Thailand Projects 33 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2026 as Strategy Shifts Toward Premium Travel
Thailand Attracts Over One Trillion Baht in Early 2026 Investment Applications Driven by AI and Data Center Boom
Thailand Strengthens Position as Emerging Global Supply Chain Hub While Expanding Investment in AI and Advanced Manufacturing
Webull Agrees 2.86 Billion Baht Acquisition of Pi Securities in Major Thailand Fintech Expansion
Chadchart Sittipunt Secures Landslide Victory in Bangkok Gubernatorial Election With 1.53 Million Votes
KKP Research Warns Thailand's Export Model Faces Long-Term Competitive Challenges
Thailand Targets High-Spending Visitors From Emerging Markets to Boost Tourism Revenue
Thailand's Electric Vehicle Investment Surpasses 182 Billion Baht, Strengthening Regional Manufacturing Leadership
Thailand Tightens Reporting Rules for Companies Receiving Investment Incentives
Bank of Thailand Cites Strong Private Investment as Key Driver of Economic Growth
Thailand Accelerates Artificial Intelligence Legislation to Strengthen Digital Economy
Thailand Projects 21 Trillion Baht in Infrastructure Investment by 2050
Thailand Introduces New Investment Incentives to Accelerate Sustainable Data Center Growth
Prime Minister Takes Direct Control of Eastern Economic Corridor to Boost Foreign Investment
Thailand Partners With Major Companies to Expand Sustainable Tourism Through Community-Based Travel Routes
Thailand Plans 2027 Tourism Overhaul With Domestic Travel Incentives and Tougher Crackdown on Illegal Nominee Businesses
Thailand Unveils 2026 Tourism Strategy Focused on Higher-Spending International Visitors
Thailand Trade Deficit Narrows as High-Tech Exports Strengthen Despite Global Policy Uncertainty
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