Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · EconomyPhangnga 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.
Politics · EconomyThai PM Anutin meets Putin at Russia-ASEAN Summit in Kazan (June 17-18). Leaders discuss economic cooperation across energy and agriculture—no agreements signed yet.
Economy · TourismThailand leads Asia's branded residences with THB205B market value and 13,124 units. Explore Porsche Design Tower, Marriott projects, and foreign buyer rules.
Economy · National NewsThailand welfare cards jump from ฿300 to ฿2,000 monthly for 13M people. Social Security contributions rise ฿125/month from Jan 2026. How it affects you.
National News · EconomyThailand's welfare card gets stricter rules in 2026. Learn new income limits, re-verification deadlines, and ฿1,000 monthly benefits. Impact for residents explained.
Economy · PoliticsThailand rises to 26th in IMD rankings but Malaysia hits 15th and Vietnam debuts at 27th. Key reforms in energy, AI, and governance ahead—what it means for you.
Economy · PoliticsRussia-Thailand partnership brings lower energy costs, 300M+ investment to Eastern Economic Corridor, and new tech jobs. Here's what changes for residents.
Environment · EconomyInvasive blackchin tilapia is destroying Thailand's shrimp farms. Learn how this West African fish threatens 40,000 farming households and what the government is doing about it.
Health · EconomyA 29-year-old drove into Chulalongkorn University's pool after a family dispute over 27,000 baht rent, highlighting Thailand's growing debt-stress crisis.