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Exporters shrug off new Trump tariffs
Exporters shrug off new Trump tariffs
Monday 27 July 2026 10:31 AM
BANGKOK: The private sector is optimistic that new US tariffs will not have a major impact on Thai exports, though businesses are urging the government to expedite trade negotiations to enhance the country’s competitiveness on the global stage.
Banker urges building up seaports
Banker urges building up seaports
Sunday 26 July 2026 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: A revised transport network that connects China to western Thailand via a new deep-sea port in Ranong could serve as a more viable alternative to the Land Bridge project, which is considered less feasible, says a banker.
Agency prepares security guidelines for smart devices
Agency prepares security guidelines for smart devices
Saturday 25 July 2026 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) is preparing the country to deal with emerging attacks involving smart devices, particularly CCTV systems and virtual power plants (VPPs) in the energy sector, while deeming data sovereignty a priority.
US hits Thailand with new 12.5% tariff rate
US hits Thailand with new 12.5% tariff rate
Friday 24 July 2026 11:56 AM
PHUKET: Thailand has been hit with a new 12.5% US import tariff after the Trump administration announced fresh duties on 60 trading partners, replacing temporary global tariffs that expired yesterday.
Sarayuth elected Phuket Tourist Association president
Sarayuth elected Phuket Tourist Association president
Thursday 23 July 2026 12:40 PM
PHUKET: Sarayuth Mallam has been elected as the new president of the Phuket Tourist Association for the 2026-2028 term, with recently arrived Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum pledging continued cooperation to strengthen the island’s tourism industry.
THAI sees aviation recovery in H2 despite fuel uptick
THAI sees aviation recovery in H2 despite fuel uptick
Thursday 23 July 2026 11:39 AM
BANGKOK: The financial results of Thai Airways International (THAI) are expected to bottom out in the second quarter, while recently approved tourism stimulus efforts should help airlines in the second half even as renewed US-Iran tensions cause jet fuel prices to rise, say analysts.
Gov punts for Phuket ‘Blue Economy Hub’
Gov punts for Phuket ‘Blue Economy Hub’
Thursday 23 July 2026 10:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum has called for broad public and private sector participation in shaping a five-year development plan for Thailand’s Andaman coastal provinces, with the aim of establishing the region as a ‘Blue Economy Hub’.
TCG to help small firms obtain loans
TCG to help small firms obtain loans
Wednesday 22 July 2026 11:20 AM
BANGKOK: The Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) is preparing to provide credit guarantees for nanofinance loans to help small entrepreneurs gain greater access to formal financing.
BDI Announces Five AI Innovations
BDI Announces Five AI Innovations
Tuesday 21 July 2026 11:30 AM
Advancing toward real-world deployment through BDI Hackathon 2026: PRO AT Phuket. Winning innovations address priority challenges proposed by Phuket stakeholders and move one step closer to pilot deployment, supporting smarter urban management and sustainable tourism.
Restaurants call for more reforms to lower food prices
Restaurants call for more reforms to lower food prices
Tuesday 21 July 2026 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: The Thai Restaurant Association is asking the government to connect raw material wholesalers with restaurants to lower ingredient costs, rather than providing subsidies for each dish.
The Quiet Corner of Bang Tao: What's Driving Layan's New-Build Market in 2026
The Quiet Corner of Bang Tao: What's Driving Layan's New-Build Market in 2026
Tuesday 21 July 2026 10:49 AM
Ask a Phuket estate agent where the island's supply runs out first, and the answer is the northern end of Bang Tao Bay. Layan — the last, quietest stretch of the twelve-kilometre beach — sits pinned between the Sirinat national park headland, resort land held by Trisara and Anantara, and height limits that keep every new building below the tree line. There is, quite simply, nowhere left to sprawl.
Corrupt officials blamed for businesses illegally run by foreigners
Corrupt officials blamed for businesses illegally run by foreigners
Tuesday 21 July 2026 09:58 AM
BANGKOK: Corrupt government officials were viewed as the main factor allowing foreigners to illegally operate businesses in Thailand, a Nida poll showed on Sunday (July 19).
New oil rules to elevate output, energy security
New oil rules to elevate output, energy security
Monday 20 July 2026 12:30 PM
BANGKOK: The government is moving closer to approving new regulations that would allow petroleum production licences to be renewed multiple times, a significant shift aimed at strengthening investment in exploration and production.
Power plan for data centres readied
Power plan for data centres readied
Sunday 19 July 2026 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: Thailand’s energy authorities are intensifying efforts to finalise considerations for the country’s pilot direct power purchase agreement (PPA) scheme, which is expected to support the rapid growth of data centres and cloud service businesses.
Government bonds worth B4bn on sale
Government bonds worth B4bn on sale
Saturday 18 July 2026 10:30 AM
BANGKOK: Government retail bonds dubbed ‘Aom Plus’ (Savings Plus) worth B4 billion go on sale at the end of this month, designed to encourage more working-age people to save.
Artist Hub Thailand launches new platform
Artist Hub Thailand launches new platform
Friday 17 July 2026 05:15 PM
Connecting vendors, organizers, and artists — invites Thai talent to join free during Beta. Under the motto “Local Talents. Global Stage.,” AHT opens pre-registration for its August–September 2026 beta, with free access, no set-up fees, no hidden costs, and no commission.
Three tourism stimulus schemes await approval
Three tourism stimulus schemes await approval
Friday 17 July 2026 09:45 AM
BANGKOK: The Ministry of Tourism and Sports is planning to propose three tourism stimulus projects worth B2.45 billion, aiming to generate B56bn in economic value through a domestic travel co-payment scheme, domestic flight discounts and international flight subsidies.
PM urged to strengthen tourism ties with China
PM urged to strengthen tourism ties with China
Thursday 16 July 2026 11:05 AM
BANGKOK: With Chinese economic growth at a three-year low in the second quarter, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) has urged the government to discuss agreements with Beijing to strengthen affordable connectivity and bilateral tourism cooperation during this week’s official visit.
Cabinet approves cuts to visa-free stays
Cabinet approves cuts to visa-free stays
Wednesday 15 July 2026 12:55 PM
PHUKET: Thailand’s Cabinet has approved sweeping changes to the country’s visa-free entry scheme, reducing the maximum visa-exempt stay from 60 days to 30 days for eligible visitors while restructuring entry privileges for a total of 65 countries and territories.
MPs slam reporting rule for foreign visitors
MPs slam reporting rule for foreign visitors
Tuesday 14 July 2026 11:14 AM
BANGKOK: The proposed amendments to some sections of the Hotel Act and Immigration Act, which passed their first reading in parliament last Wednesday (July 8), aim to reduce duplicate reporting of foreigners’ temporary stays in Thailand, but may not address existing loopholes as illegal operators are excluded from enforcement.

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