Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · EconomyThailand pauses Cambodian work-permit renewals for security checks, squeezing farms and construction with labour shortages. Expect higher costs; see updates.
Politics · EconomyElection Commission certification delay puts Thailand’s new budget and 10-year tech-investor visa on ice, exposing expats to baht swings until 9 April.
Politics · EconomyA battle over Thailand’s Agriculture Ministry is stalling farm subsidies and export drives, putting farmers and investors on edge. Follow the latest update.
Politics · EconomyKlatham’s pledge secures a Bhumjaithai majority, but the Agriculture Ministry and other key ministerial stakes hang in the balance ahead of budget talks.
Politics · EconomyThailand's new coalition majority (278 seats) secures farm subsidies, cuts power bills and restores visa and business approval certainty for residents.
Politics · EconomyBhumjaithai-led coalition talks could cut electricity to 3 baht/unit, freeze household debt for 3 years and revamp the Poor Card Plus—major cost-of-living relief for Thailand residents.
Politics · EconomyThailand’s 280-seat Bhumjaithai coalition is set to lead the Agriculture Ministry, pledging price guarantees and crop loans that could lift rural incomes. Learn what’s next.
Politics · EconomyLearn how unique barcodes on Thai ballots could breach secret voting, trigger district re-runs and delay new policies. Key steps for voters and expats.
Politics · EconomyBarcodes and QR codes on Thailand’s 2026 election ballots may breach secret-vote rules, trigger lawsuits and hit the baht. Learn what’s at stake for voters, expats and investors.