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Thailand’s economic stability in question as World Bank slashes 2025 GDP forecast to 1.6%

April 30, 2025

Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has expressed concern over the country’s weakening economic stability, citing high household and public debt levels as key risks—especially when compared to five or six years ago.

World Bank’s slashing of Thailand GDP forecast to 1.6% is premature: Finance Ministry

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.

Tensions emerge between US and IMF-World Bank

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025

US Treasury’s Bessent urges IMF, World Bank to refocus on core mandate; Georgieva expresses willingness to engage

World Bank Lauds Thailand's "Retirement Lottery" as Clever Savings Initiative

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2025

Innovative scheme converting gambling interest into retirement funds could be replicated in developing countries

World Bank, BMA highlight ways to tackle rising heat crisis

THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025

Bangkok is taking steps to shape a cooler future as extreme urban heat is threatening lives, livelihoods, and economic resilience in Bangkok, according to a new report by the World Bank and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) launched on Wednesday.

Thailand gets ready to host IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in 2026

FRIDAY, MARCH 07, 2025

IMF leadership and Thai officials in collaboration to ensure success of the event

World Bank projects 2.9% growth for Thai economy in 2025

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Recovery in investment and tourism leads to upward revision from the earlier forecast of 2.6%

PM orders preparations to host major World Bank-IMF meeting, showcasing Thailand

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2025

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra chaired a meeting at Government House on Monday (February 3) with the National Committee to prepare for the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group.

World Bank lauds Thailand’s climate initiatives

TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2025

High-level talks at Government House focus on the low-carbon city project, water security and flood management

Historic $100-bn boost for International Development Association

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 07, 2024

World Bank says amount will be deployed in 78 countries, to assist in key areas

Thailand vouches for importance of balanced budget at World Bank meeting

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024

Thailand's Ministry of Finance has highlighted the strategic importance of maintaining a balanced budget while implementing fiscal measures to stimulate economic growth and support the development of the digital economy.

Measures urged to prevent Thailand’s credit rating from being slashed

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2024

Thai Chamber of Commerce urges government to address the three weaknesses identified by leading economists

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