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Analyzing Thailand’s Economic Policies: Growth Prospects, Inflation Risks, and Strategic Recommendations from TDRI

The government's 10,000 baht handout policy could potentially allow the Thai economy to expand by 5% next year. However, this growth might be short-term, and it could lead to inflation, cautioned Kirida Bhaopichitr, the director of the Economic Intelligence...

The Silencing of Pannika Wanich: A blow to Thailand’s youth and democratic future

In a decision that echoes the tightening grip of establishment politics over the voice of the people, the Thai Supreme Court has banned Pannika Wanich from politics for life. The move comes as a harrowing reminder that Thailand's journey...

Thailand’s Ongoing Struggle: A Look Back at the 2006 Coup and Its Lingering Impact on Politics

Today marks the anniversary of the 2006 coup that ignited modern political conflict, and we are still grappling with its consequences. The coup occurred after the People's Alliance for Democracy, also known as the Yellow Shirts, protested against former...

New tax regulations raises questions and concerns

Thailand's Revenue Department has recently thrown a curveball at tax residents with its new tax guidelines on foreign income. According to legal experts, the policy appears to have three specific targets: residents trading in foreign stock markets through foreign...

Srettha Government Grants Visa-Free Entry to China and Kazakhstan, Leaving Many Questions Unanswered

In a noteworthy move during its first Cabinet meeting, the newly-appointed government of Srettha Thavasin has announced visa-free entry to Thailand for nationals of China and Kazakhstan. While the decision is being praised for its potential to bolster the...

Government’s plans to court China ignores economic realities; puts Thailand at geopolitical risk

In economics and diplomacy, decisions can’t be made lightly—especially when they have far-reaching implications for a country’s economic and geopolitical stability. Yet, Thailand’s new government under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin appears to be taking an ill-advised gamble by tying...

For Move Forward, the Stars Are Aligning

On September 10, the Move Forward Party won a stomping victory in the byelection for Rayong’s third constituency. The MFP candidate, Phongsathorn Sornpetchnarin, won almost 60 percent of the votes cast, while the Democrat candidate, Banyat Chetanachan, won around...

UOB Thailand Recognized for Sustainability Efforts

Partner ContentUOB Thailand has received two awards for its commitment to sustainability.The bank was named "Best Bank for ESG in Thailand" at the Asiamoney Banking Awards 2023 and also secured the "Thailand International Green Finance Initiative of the Year"...

Opinion: Thailand’s new government falling short on military reform

In Thailand's political history, the word "change" has often been accompanied by ambivalence, coups, and sadly, bloodshed. Against this tumultuous backdrop, when newly elected Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin took office, the nation's youth and reformists looked to his government...

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