Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · PoliticsUS imposes 100% drone tariffs & targets Thailand for transshipment. Learn how new export rules affect Thai businesses and what actions you must take now.
Tourism · EconomyChiang Rai's Tea & Coffee Festival highlights region's specialty growth. Doi Chang gained Japanese GI status, with growers earning ฿400-600/kg vs commodity prices.
Economy · National NewsIran blocks Hormuz Strait: Thai fuel hits $88/barrel, shipping insurance jumps $250K. Jobs & supply chains at risk as manufacturers rethink Thailand operations
Economy · National NewsU.S. labels Thailand as transshipment risk. Thai exporters face potential 40% penalties, AI-powered inspections. Critical trade talks this month could reshape trade.
Environment · EconomyThailand's renewable energy surge offers cheaper electricity and business opportunities. Learn how ASEAN's $18.2B clean energy shift impacts you.
Economy · National NewsThailand labeled Tier 2 transshipment hub by US. Extra 40% duties possible. Learn how trade rules change affect exporters and residents living here.
Economy · National NewsThai and Chinese police dismantle 24.58M baht cross-border card fraud ring. Essential security tips to protect your cards when living or traveling in Thailand.
Economy · PoliticsIndonesia shutters 750+ unprofitable SOEs by Dec 2026, freeing $4B for infrastructure. How this unprecedented consolidation reshapes ASEAN competition for Thailand.
Economy · National NewsThailand's AMLO seizes additional ฿115M from Chen Zhi, totaling ฿460M in assets from international pig butchering scam network. What residents need to know.