Tracking economy for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · ImmigrationThailand’s Commerce Ministry now raids nominee firms, freezes foreign-held accounts and enforces stricter visa checks. Key compliance tips for expats.
Tourism · EconomyThailand’s 48-hr election dry days (Jan 31–Feb 1 & Feb 7–8) have cut bar revenues by up to 50%. Plan ahead, stock up early or try mocktails.
Economy · PoliticsSee how Si Sa Ket’s Thai-Cambodian border closure is boosting cassava and rice incomes for farmers while crippling daily trade—find out what’s at stake ahead of Thailand’s Feb 8 election.
Politics · EconomyNACC investigates ex-transport minister Suriya’s Gulfstream VAT omission—ruling could spark political ban and tougher luxury-asset audits across Thailand.
Politics · EconomyBhumjaithai’s 8-point EC manifesto omits the Land Bridge and Andaman Airport, risking project delays, fines, and lost legal leverage for Thai voters and investors.
Economy · PoliticsExplore Pheu Thai’s proposed debt-relief plan offering a 3-year farm-loan freeze, wiping small debts and introducing a daily lottery to boost tax revenue.
National News · EconomyThai troops seized 312kg of crystal meth near Mae Sai. Expect 30 days of stricter roadblocks, ID checks and slower cargo at Chiang Rai’s northern crossings.
National News · EconomyThai troops remain at O’Smach border as cyber-scam raids widen; expect longer waits, tighter transfers and insurance exclusions on Thailand-Cambodia routes.
Politics · EconomyThailand’s Democrat Party unveils a 5-point anti-graft, wage-hike & border-security plan ahead of the 8 Feb vote—see how it could hit your wallet & safety.