Economy · PoliticsThailand's Shrimp Crisis: Why Your Seafood Costs May Soar in 2026
Malaysia bans Thai shrimp over sanitation dispute. Thai farmers face losses exceeding ฿1B while regional seafood prices may surge 50% in 2026.
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National News · EconomyHow Infrastructure Theft Threatens Rural Water Access Across Thailand's Northern Provinces
Copper theft from water systems leaves Chiang Rai villages without water for days. Learn why rural infrastructure is targeted and how police are responding.
Tourism · EconomyKrabi's New Nordic Routes Push Koh Lanta Luxury Hotels to 600M Baht—But Monsoon Season Still Hurts
Direct Finnair and SAS flights to Krabi drive peak-season hotel rate increases on Koh Lanta. Pimalai targets 600M baht despite monsoon booking drops.
Tech · EconomySET's New Wiset App: Track All Thai Investments in a Single Dashboard
SET's Wiset app consolidates Thai stocks, bonds & tax-saving funds in one dashboard. Access dividend tax credits instantly. Free on iOS/Android for all investors.
Economy · TechChinese EV Makers Are Building Factories in Thailand—Here's What Changes for You
BYD, XPeng, and Chery are building EV factories in Thailand. Learn how this affects vehicle prices, local jobs, and government subsidies for residents in 2026.
Immigration · EconomyItaly Seeks 30,000 Thai Workers Annually: Salaries, Sectors, and How to Apply
Italy to hire 30,000 Thai workers yearly in agriculture, healthcare, hospitality. €1,200-€1,600 monthly. Learn visa steps, deadlines & what it means for you.
Economy · National NewsThailand's New Fast Pass Scheme Cuts Project Approvals in Half—What Expats Need to Know
Thailand's Fast Pass scheme speeds up mega-project approvals by 50%. Learn how it impacts expat visas, job growth, and investment opportunities in Thailand.
Politics · EconomyThailand MP Under Investigation: ฿28 Million Tied to ฿6 Billion Forex Fraud Network
DSI links ฿28M to sitting MP in Thailand's ฿6B forex fraud probe. 500+ victims seek recovery as investigators freeze ฿65M in assets and luxury goods.
Tourism · EconomyPhangnga Tourism Revenue Doubles as Southern Province Transforms into Year-Round Luxury Destination
Phangnga tourism revenue hits 20.3B baht in 2026. New airport and marine hub transforming southern Thailand into premium year-round destination for expats and travelers.