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World Bank’s slashing of Thailand GDP forecast to 1.6% is premature: Finance Ministry
World Bank’s slashing of Thailand GDP forecast to 1.6% is premature: Finance Ministry
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2025
Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat on Tuesday addressed the World Bank’s recent decision to slash Thailand’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast from 2.9% to 1.6%, calling the downgrade premature.6 Global casino giants eye Thailand’s Entertainment Complex
6 Global casino giants eye Thailand’s Entertainment Complex
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2025
IAG reports that six global casino giants, led by GEG, Melco, and MGM, are ready to bid for Thailand's Entertainment Complex project, while Crown, Bally's, and Peermont have withdrawn to focus on their domestic markets.Transport Ministry seeks use of Laos' airport for Mukdahan travel
Transport Ministry seeks use of Laos' airport for Mukdahan travel
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
The Transport Ministry has planned to negotiate with Laos for the use of Savannakhet Airport to facilitate travel to Mukdahan province, rather than constructing a new airport.Thai Authorities Gear Up for ThaiESGx Launch and LTF Transfers Next Week
Thai Authorities Gear Up for ThaiESGx Launch and LTF Transfers Next Week
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Ministry of Finance, SEC, AIMC, and SET confirm all systems go for new sustainable funds and switching from existing equity schemesThai Minister Champions Free Trade to Help Firms Weather Global Headwinds
Thai Minister Champions Free Trade to Help Firms Weather Global Headwinds
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Pichai Naripthaphan urges SMEs to seize FTA advantages amid US tariff hikesMobile Banking Shake-Up: Thai Users Face Security Check Deadline
Mobile Banking Shake-Up: Thai Users Face Security Check Deadline
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Authorities order identity verification to combat online fraud, affecting accounts registered since 2022Thailand Tightens Export Rules to Combat 'Fake Thai' Goods Targeting US
Thailand Tightens Export Rules to Combat 'Fake Thai' Goods Targeting US
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Ministers act to prevent Chinese products being fraudulently labelled, risking US tariffsThai Trade Office Directors highlight opportunities from Trump's tariff
Thai Trade Office Directors highlight opportunities from Trump's tariff
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
The Directors of the Trade Promotion Office in the United States revealed that after Trump announced the tariff increase, Americans rushed to buy and stockpile goods due to concerns over rising prices. They pointed out that Trump's tariffs present an opportunity for Thai products to replace Chinese goods and urged entrepreneurs not to give up, as this is expected to be just a short-term measure.Thai Bonds Attract Global Funds Amid Rate Cut Anticipation and Strong Baht
Thai Bonds Attract Global Funds Amid Rate Cut Anticipation and Strong Baht
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Over 67 billion baht floods into Thai debt as investors bet on central bank easing and currency strengthThai farmers demand urgent action to combat falling crop prices
Thai farmers demand urgent action to combat falling crop prices
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
Thai farmers have urged the government to implement measures to address declining crop prices, warning that farmers will suffer if no action is taken.Paopoom proposes linking Thailand, Luxembourg’s financial hubs
Paopoom proposes linking Thailand, Luxembourg’s financial hubs
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
Thailand and Luxembourg plan to link their financial hubs to boost investment, innovation, and sustainability through enhanced bilateral cooperation.ETDA launches "DPS Trust Every Click" Campaign for Digital Platform Standards
ETDA launches "DPS Trust Every Click" Campaign for Digital Platform Standards
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
ETDA reinforces its role as Co-Creation Regulator, Launching "DPS Trust Every Click" Campaign to bring all sectors together in establishing tangible, safe, and reliable digital platform service standards.Private sector optimistic, GDP to grow 2.9%, Urges EEC expansion
Private sector optimistic, GDP to grow 2.9%, Urges EEC expansion
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
Private sector leaders are optimistic, forecasting Thailand's GDP growth in 2025 at 2.4-2.9% despite surrounding risks from both domestic and international factors. The biggest concern is the aggressive trade policies of the "Trump 2.0" era. They are urging the government to expand the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to include Prachinburi to attract more investment and increase the economic value.Court rules Thai Airways' 2021 layoffs lawful
Court rules Thai Airways' 2021 layoffs lawful
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
Thai Airways affirms court rulings upheld its 2021 employee terminations as lawful and in good faith. Thai rice exports in 2025 struggling, Downward target revision ahead
Thai rice exports in 2025 struggling, Downward target revision ahead
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
Thai rice exports in the first quarter of 2025 totaled 2.1 million tons, a decrease of about 30%. Following this sharp decline, there are plans to revise the 2025 export target downward.Bank of Thailand Gears Up for Second Round of Debt Relief, Offering Lower Interest and Debt Write-Offs
Bank of Thailand Gears Up for Second Round of Debt Relief, Offering Lower Interest and Debt Write-Offs
SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025
Move aims to broaden support for struggling borrowers amid economic uncertainty
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