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Thailand Records 1.47 Trillion Baht in First-Half Investment Applications as Data Centers Lead Surge

Thailand's Board of Investment said investment applications reached a record 1.47 trillion baht in the first half of 2026, driven by strong demand for data centers, digital infrastructure, electronics and advanced manufacturing, underscoring the country's growing appeal as a regional technology and manufacturing hub.
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