Economy · PoliticsThailand-Vietnam $25B Trade Deal: What It Means for Business and Residents
President To Lam's state visit seals $25B trade deal. Learn how Vietnam-Thailand ties reshape supply chains, energy, and opportunities for residents.
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Economy · TourismHong Kong Travel Costs Soar as Airlines Cut Flights Amid Global Fuel Crisis
Fuel crisis hits Hong Kong travelers hard. Airlines impose 75-93% surcharges, cut flights through June, while Europe fares triple. Peak summer dates protected.
Economy · TourismBangkok's Richard Mille Boutique Opens: What It Means for Watch Collectors in Thailand
Richard Mille's new Bangkok boutique offers local servicing, access to exclusive releases, and support for collectors in Thailand's growing luxury watch market.
Economy · CultureThailand Secures 1.082 Billion Baht in Film Deals at Cannes, Creating Jobs for Local Crews
Thailand lands 1.082B baht in film deals at Cannes 2026, projecting 8.5B baht annual crew spending. How 20% digital rebates and co-production push create jobs for residents.
Economy · PoliticsThailand's ฿400B Energy Decree Faces Court Challenge as PM Defends Borrowing Plan
PM Anutin defends Thailand's ฿400B emergency borrowing decree as opposition challenges it in Constitutional Court. What this means for ฿4,000 energy payments.
National News · EconomyThailand's Welfare Rush Exposes Digital Gap: Queues, Shoes, and the Reality Check
Over 25M registered for Thai Chuay Thai Plus welfare by May 26. Registration deadline May 29. Get 1,000 baht monthly subsidy via Pao Tang app or bank branches.
Politics · EconomyKem Sokha's Pardon: Cambodia's Political Control Tightens Despite Royal Mercy
Cambodia's Kem Sokha receives royal pardon but remains under travel ban. What this political consolidation means for Thai border business and workers.
Economy · Digital LifestyleGen Z and Finfluencers Accelerate Thailand's Growing Household Debt Crisis
Thailand's 16.44 trillion baht household debt crisis intensifies as Gen Z falls into social media spending traps. What relief measures mean for residents.
Tech · EconomyThailand's AI Disruption: 2.2 Million Jobs at Risk, 6.5 Million Face Reinvention
Are you one of 8.7M Thai workers affected by AI? Check your risk level, find upskilling pathways & government support to future-proof your career.