National News Bureau of Thailand

Thailand wants more U.S. investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC)

Thailand is seeking to attract more U.S. investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), particularly its renewable energy, digital economy and smart electronics sectors.

National News Bureau of Thailand and Headline Editor
September 28, 2022

Visa
Tourism

Thai Cabinet approves 45-day free Visa Exemption during Peak Tourist Season

The extension will be temporary, running from October 1 to the end of March 2023, to correspond with the peak tourist season, when many tourists from Europe and the United States are expected to travel to Thailand to escape the cold winter.

National News Bureau of Thailand and Headline Editor
September 21, 2022

Environment

Thailand to Ban Plastic Scrap Imports by 2025

The Thai government has announced its plan to prohibit plastic scrap imports by 2025.

National News Bureau of Thailand
September 19, 2022

Thai GDP growth expected at 3% in 2022 (SCB)

The EIC expects however for the Thai economy to take another 2 years to recover at full speed, and for the country’s Monetary Policy Committee to further raise the policy rate at increments of 0.25%.

National News Bureau of Thailand and Headline Editor
September 15, 2022

Economics

Thai Consumer Confidence Index reaches 8-month high in August

The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) has announced the August 2022 Consumer Confidence Index score of 43.7, an 8-month high since February.

National News Bureau of Thailand and Headline Editor
September 14, 2022

Thai rice exports to reach 7.5 million tonnes this year

Thailand has seen higher demand for its rice as countries seek to ensure food security and replace wheat and corn in the animal feed industry.

National News Bureau of Thailand and Headline Editor
September 11, 2022

Chinese EV manufacturer (BYD) to produce cars in Thailand

According to Chinese news outlet Jiemian, BYD plans to begin selling EVs in Thailand later this year, providing local consumers with a greater selection of vehicles to choose from.