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Thailand economy
May 29, 2023
Thailand Clocks 1 Millionth Visitor From China Since January
By Sebastian Strangio
Three months after Beijing ended its severe "zero COVID" policy, Bangkok says it is on track to meet its 2023 target of 5 million tourists from China.
March 28, 2023
Why the Thai Economy Grew Slower Than Its Neighbors’ in 2022
By James Guild
The country's economy continues to be heavily dependent on foreign demand for goods and services.
March 16, 2023
Thailand, EU Agree to Restart Free Trade Pact Negotiations
By Sebastian Strangio
Brussels called a halt negotiations in mid-2014, shortly after the Thai military seized power in a coup.
January 17, 2023
Southeast Asia’s Cement Industrial Complex
By James Guild
The economics of cement production, particularly in emerging markets, are closely entwined with both politics and climate policy.
November 08, 2022
Why Thailand’s Current Account Returned to Surplus in September
By James Guild
The development, driven by the revival of the tourism sector, suggests that the country is beginning to recover from the pandemic in earnest.
September 13, 2022
Thailand’s 2023 Budget Keeps an Eye on Spending and Debt
By James Guild
In Thailand the most important thing is to keep the baht stable and maximize exports.
August 16, 2022
Why Is Household Debt in Thailand So High?
By James Guild
COVID-19 exacerbated the situation, but high levels of household debt are a structural feature of the Thai economy that predates the pandemic.
April 26, 2022
A Snapshot of Post-Pandemic Trade in ASEAN
By James Guild
Inflation and rising commodity prices have assisted some countries' recovery, while holding back others.
January 05, 2022
Thailand Wrestles With Omicron Variant Amid Holiday Spikes
By Sebastian Strangio
Health authorities have recommended that the suspension of a quarantine-free travel scheme be extended until January 31.
December 22, 2021
Thailand Suspends Quarantine-Free Travel Policy Due to Omicron Fears
By Sebastian Strangio
The move came a day after the country's health authorities identified the first local transmission of the new variant.
November 30, 2021
Thai Telcos Dtac and True Are Planning a Merger
By James Guild
If approved, the merger between the two firms will create the country's largest telecommunications firm.
November 05, 2021
Will Thailand Ever Join the CPTPP?
By Tita Sanglee
While there are clear benefits to joining the pact, there are also clear drawbacks that could make life harder for the average Thai.
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