Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
Outbound shipments of electronic products and stronger inbound demand for raw materials and machinery pushed Thailand’s exports and imports to their highest levels in four years, as the country seeks a trade agreement with the US.
On the 30th floor of the Chartered Square building in downtown Bangkok, the low-key office of Skyhub Technologies Ltd. serves as a nexus for a burgeoning and contentious trade.
On the 30th floor of the Chartered Square building in downtown Bangkok, the low-key office of Skyhub Technologies Ltd. serves as a nexus for a burgeoning and contentious trade.
Autel Eco Max 4 T drone. Skyhub Technologies’ imports came from Autel Robotics, one of China’s major drone manufacturers, the documents compiled by Big Trade Data showed.
Thailand upgraded its growth projections for 2026 as the new government counts on a resurgence in exports and tourism to sustain momentum from a better-than-expected performance last quarter.
Thailand upgraded its growth projections for 2026 as the new government counts on a resurgence in exports and tourism to sustain momentum from a better-than-expected performance last quarter.
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Buildings in Bangkok, Thailand, on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Some of the world’s biggest money managers say this weekend’s general election is prompting them to keep exposure limited, as the outcome will only compound existing challenges like elevated household debt and weak growth. Photographer: Valeria Mongelli/Bloomberg
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Buildings in Bangkok, Thailand, on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Some of the world’s biggest money managers say this weekend’s general election is prompting them to keep exposure limited, as the outcome will only compound existing challenges like elevated household debt and weak growth. Photographer: Valeria Mongelli/Bloomberg
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Thailand needs a “carefully calibrated” mix of policies to support a slowing economy, the International Monetary Fund said, urging targeted fiscal support with additional monetary easing.
Buildings in Bangkok, Thailand, on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Some of the world’s biggest money managers say this weekend’s general election is prompting them to keep exposure limited, as the outcome will only compound existing challenges like elevated household debt and weak growth. Photographer: Valeria Mongelli/Bloomberg
A landmine explosion wounded three Thai soldiers near the Cambodian border, in an incident that risks undermining a fragile ceasefire between the two Southeast Asian neighbors.
A landmine explosion wounded three Thai soldiers near the Cambodian border, in an incident that risks undermining a fragile ceasefire between the two Southeast Asian neighbors.
A soldier stands guard during landmine clearance operations in Sisaket province in August.
Thailand’s headline inflation remained in the negative territory for a 10th straight month, extending the country’s longest stretch of falling prices since the pandemic.
Thailand’s headline inflation remained in the negative territory for a 10th straight month, extending the country’s longest stretch of falling prices since the pandemic.
A customer buys produce at a market stall in Bangkok. Photographer: Valeria Mongelli/Bloomberg
Thailand’s automobile sales rose to a two-year high in 2025 as exponential growth in electric vehicle purchases drove demand despite the backdrop of lackluster economic growth.
Thailand’s automobile sales rose to a two-year high in 2025 as exponential growth in electric vehicle purchases drove demand despite the backdrop of lackluster economic growth.
A BYD Co. showroom in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Photographer: Valeria Mongelli/Bloomberg
Thailand’s trade with the US and China swung to record extremes last year, suggesting its role as a conduit for firms seeking to bypass President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Thailand’s trade with the US and China swung to record extremes last year, suggesting its role as a conduit for firms seeking to bypass President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
At least 32 people were killed and several dozen injured when a crane used in the construction of a China-backed high-speed rail line collapsed onto a moving train below in northeastern Thailand on Wednesday.
At least 32 people were killed and several dozen injured when a crane used in the construction of a China-backed high-speed rail line collapsed onto a moving train below in northeastern Thailand on Wednesday.
A derailed train in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on Jan. 14. Source: Nakhon Ratchasima Province Public Relations Department
Thailand is set to impose limits on speculative trading in gold as authorities step up efforts to curb the influence of a record-breaking rally in the precious metal on the nation’s currency.
Thailand is set to impose limits on speculative trading in gold as authorities step up efforts to curb the influence of a record-breaking rally in the precious metal on the nation’s currency.
An employee handles one kilogram gold bullion at the YLG Bullion International Co. headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. Gold headed for a weekly gain after US price data came in cooler than forecast, reinforcing expectations for multiple interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next year.
Thailand is set to impose limits on speculative trading in gold as authorities step up efforts to curb the influence of a record-breaking rally in the precious metal on the nation’s currency.
Thailand is set to impose limits on speculative trading in gold as authorities step up efforts to curb the influence of a record-breaking rally in the precious metal on the nation’s currency.
An employee handles one kilogram gold bullion at the YLG Bullion International Co. headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. Gold headed for a weekly gain after US price data came in cooler than forecast, reinforcing expectations for multiple interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve next year.
The fragile ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia was tested Tuesday after a Thai soldier was injured by a mortar ammunition accidentally fired across the border.
The fragile ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia was tested Tuesday after a Thai soldier was injured by a mortar ammunition accidentally fired across the border.
People stand beside a crater in front of a damaged police station following clashes between Cambodian and Thai soldiers in Boeung Trakoun village in Banteay Meanchey province on January 3, 2026. The decades-old dispute between the Southeast Asian neighbours erupted into military clashes several times in 2025, with fighting in December killing dozens of people and displacing around one million on both sides. The two countries agreed a truce on December 27, ending three weeks of clashes. (Photo by AFP via Getty Images)
Thailand, famed for its beaches and relaxing vibes, saw its first decline in tourist arrivals in years in 2025, as holidaymakers’ confidence was rattled by a series of events that rocked the nation.
Thailand, famed for its beaches and relaxing vibes, saw its first decline in tourist arrivals in years in 2025, as holidaymakers’ confidence was rattled by a series of events that rocked the nation.
People on Bangla walking street after sunset in Phuket, Thailand, on Thursday, July 6, 2023.
Thailand, famed for its fantastic food and wild nightlife, is poised for its first annual drop in tourist arrivals in a decade outside the pandemic, after multiple crises hurt the confidence of holidaymakers.
Thailand, famed for its fantastic food and wild nightlife, is poised for its first annual drop in tourist arrivals in a decade outside the pandemic, after multiple crises hurt the confidence of holidaymakers.
Passengers on a ferry view the Wat Arun temple in Bangkok. Photographer: picture alliance/dpa/picture alliance
The Bank of Thailand has instructed commercial banks and state-owned financial institutions to declare foreign currency transactions of $200,000 and above to help it manage the baht’s persistent appreciation.
The Bank of Thailand has instructed commercial banks and state-owned financial institutions to declare foreign currency transactions of $200,000 and above to help it manage the baht’s persistent appreciation.
1,000 baht banknotes on top of US dollar, left, euro, center, and pound banknotes at an X-One currency exchange store in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Thailand will take all possible measures to avert a sovereign credit rating downgrade, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said, a day after Fitch Ratings lowered the nation's outlook citing rising risks to public finance.
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has been selected to run as the second prime ministerial candidate of the Bhumjaithai Party ahead of a snap general election scheduled in February.
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has been selected to run as the second prime ministerial candidate of the Bhumjaithai Party ahead of a snap general election scheduled in February.