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Thailand Secures World Bank Grant to Advance National Climate Legislation

The Thai government has obtained more than 81 million baht in funding from the World Bank to support the development and implementation of comprehensive climate change laws as the country moves toward international environmental standards.
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Thailand launches nationwide discount campaign to reduce cost-of-living pressures
Thailand implements stricter baggage inspection protocols at all major airports
Thailand and World Bank to sign agreement for green energy and low-carbon infrastructure
Thailand Utilizes Global Financial Summit to Showcase National Culture and Gastronomy
Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand Upgrades Baggage Inspection Protocols
Fitness First Announces 330 Million Baht Investment in Thai Facility Expansion
Sena Development Targets Foreign Investors to Support Condominium Sales
Bank of Ayudhya Finalizes Acquisition of Vietnamese Consumer Lender
Tourism Authority of Thailand Targets India and ASEAN Markets to Drive Retail Spending
Microsoft Launches AI Skills Initiative to Boost Thailand’s Digital Economy
Thailand Secures World Bank Grant to Advance National Climate Legislation
US Fed Chair Praises Thailand’s Economic Stability Following IMF and World Bank Meetings in Bangkok
IMF Raises Thailand's 2026 Growth Forecast to 2.1% as Technology Investment Strengthens
Bangkok Hosts IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings as Thailand Seeks to Attract Investment
IMF Forecasts 2.1% Growth for Thailand as Bangkok Hosts Global Financial Meetings
Thailand Courts Semiconductor and AI Investment at IMF-World Bank Meetings in Bangkok
Thailand Proposes Outbound Travel Tax of Up to 5,000 Baht on International Flights
IMF Warns Global Trade Fragmentation Threatens Growth, Highlights Thailand's Regional Role
Bank of Thailand and IMF Project 2.1%–2.3% Growth as AI Investment and Exports Support Economy
Thailand Prepares 140 Billion Baht Digital Stimulus Targeting More Than 10 Million People
Bangkok Hosts 17,000 Delegates for IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings
Thailand Revives 1,000-Baht Departure Tax Proposal to Fund Domestic Tourism
Thailand Faces Rising Energy and Shipping Costs Amid Middle East Tensions
Bangkok Hosts IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings With Delegates From 191 Countries
Thailand Sets January 2027 Launch for Unified Rail Fares Capped at 45 Baht
Thailand Hosts IMF and World Bank Meetings to Promote Digital Finance and Sustainable Growth
Thailand Sets BTS Skytrain Fare Cap at 45 Baht and Mandates Electric Buses From 2027
Thailand Prepares to Host 15,000 Global Finance Leaders for IMF and World Bank Meetings
Thailand Prepares to Host 15,000 Global Finance Leaders for IMF and World Bank Meetings
Thailand Adjusts Chao Phraya Dam Discharges as Flooding Affects More Than 20 Provinces
Thailand Raises Fuel Prices by 0.75 Baht Per Liter Nationwide as Global Oil Costs Climb
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Thailand Advances High-Speed Rail and Laem Chabang Port Expansion in Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand Approves Major Hyperscale Data Center and AI Infrastructure Investments
Thailand Moves Tourist Entry Fee Plan Closer to Cabinet Approval
Thailand Designates Eight New Economic Promotion Zones in Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand Anti-Corruption Agency Turns to AI and Digital Forensics in Eight-Point Overhaul
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Thailand Approves Eight New Economic Zones to Expand Eastern Economic Corridor
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