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Thailand Must Prepare for Worst-Case 36% Tariff Scenario, Says NESDC Chief

Thailand's economy faces a prolonged downturn as President Trump's aggressive tariff policies threaten to slash Thai exports to the United States by half, according to Dr. Supavud Saicheua
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Thai Businesses Seek Government Action on Trump’s 36% Tariff Hike

US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 36% tariff on Thai imports has sent shockwaves through Thailand's export sector, prompting urgent calls for government intervention to protect the country's $65 billion trade

Thailand Proposes Aggressive Trade Rebalancing to Avoid Trump Tariffs

Thailand is proposing an aggressive trade rebalancing plan to cut its $46 billion trade surplus with the United States by 70% within five years, as Bangkok makes a final push to avoid punitive 36% tariffs threatened by the Trump administration before a July 9 deadline.

Fitness and Muay Thai Sectors Boom, Market Hits $3.37 Billion

Sales of health-related products and services are increasing. This offers opportunities for entrepreneurs who want to capitalise on this trend, especially in the fitness sector,

AirAsia to Make Flying Cheaper Between Southeast Asia and Europe, US

AirAsia will in the foreseeable future be flying from Southeast Asia to Europe and the US as the world’s first low-cost airline announced the purchase of narrow-body network planes with a landmark agreement for 70 A321XLRs.

Thailand GDP Growth Slows to 1.8% as Digital Sector Offers Hope

Thailand's economic expansion is projected to moderate significantly this year, with gross domestic product growth slowing to 1.8% in 2025 and further declining to 1.7% in 2026, the World Bank warned

Thai Car Market Under Pressure as Dealers Close and Switch Brands

Thai car market struggles with dealer closures or brand changes Economic and political headwinds are weighing heavily on Thailand's car market.

CRC Sports Named Top Thai Sports Retailer at Asia Awards

BANGKOK — Central Retail Corporation's sports retail division CRC Sports announced it has been named Sporting Goods Retailer of the Year - Thailand at...

Bangkok Minimum Wage Rises to 400 Baht, Benefiting 700,000 Workers

The Cabinet has approved a minimum wage increase to 400 baht ($12.35) per day for all businesses in Bangkok and tourism sectors across Thailand, effective July 1, 2025, benefiting an estimated 700,000 workers.

Thailand Export-Import Index Rises Ahead of US Tariff Negotiations

Countries around the world are trying to avoid retaliatory tariffs as part of former President Donald Trump's trade policy stance, and global import and export activity has surged, pushing up Thailand’s trade value in May.

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