Tourism · EconomyWhy Pattaya Businesses Are Losing Out While Thai Airports Boom
Thailand's airports see record profits but Pattaya businesses struggle. Learn how visa changes, rising fees, and tourism shifts directly impact residents and investors.
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Economy · National NewsThailand's Railways Get Major Equipment Upgrade: What Commuters Should Expect by 2027
SRT's ฿2.85B equipment investment modernizes aging trains. Expect shorter delays, smoother rides, and reliable service as new infrastructure opens 2027-2029.
Economy · PoliticsVietnam Faces New EU Tax Haven Designation: What It Means for Businesses Operating in Southeast Asia
EU adds Vietnam to tax blacklist alongside Turks and Caicos. What this means for Thailand-based businesses and investors with operations in Vietnam.
Economy · EnvironmentThai Banks Join Carbon Platform That Could Lower Business Loan Costs
Thailand's new carbon platform connects SMEs with banks for potential loan savings. Learn how emissions tracking could reduce borrowing costs and meet EU export rules.
Economy · ImmigrationThailand's Banking System Is Flagging Your Old International Transfers—Here's What That Means for Foreign Residents
Discover how Thailand's anti-fraud systems use past cross-border transactions to deny banking access. What foreign residents need to know in 2026.
Politics · EconomyThai MP Pleads Not Guilty in ฿100M Defamation Case Over Solar Contract Criticism
People's Party MP faces ฿100M defamation lawsuit from Gulf Energy after criticizing government solar procurement at ฿2.25/unit. October 2026 hearing scheduled for witness testimony.
Economy · National NewsThai Gold Exporters Turn to Dollar Pricing as Strong Baht Crushes Export Competitiveness
Strong baht threatens Thai gold export industry. How traders plan dollar pricing to stay competitive. What this means for local jewelry buyers and investors.
Environment · EconomyThailand Braces for 43°C Heat, Summer Storms and Soaring Power Bills
Prepare for Thailand’s hot season with temps up to 43°C, early storms and rising power costs: safety advice, bill-saving tips and live weather updates.
Economy · TourismThailand’s 2025 GDP Surprise Eases Budget, Boosts Tourism Jobs & Debt Relief
Thailand’s 2.9% GDP surprise injects ฿60B into the 2026 budget, revives 39.8 M-tourist jobs, and extends household debt relief to June—see what it means for you.