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Business matching promoted at auto industry summit

The Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI) is gearing up to strengthen the country's car and parts industry by facilitating business matching opportunities at the upcoming 2026 Automotive Summit.

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Thailand reaches top 50 in startup rankings

Thailand has entered the top 50 in global startup rankings for the first time in six years, while cementing its position as Southeast Asia’s leading medical technology hub, according to the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index released by StartupBlink.

Bangkok Post

Support for creative industry workers planned

Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat has declared his support for a campaign to improve rights protection and welfare standards for workers in Thailand’s creative industries.

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Thailand to export surplus jet fuel

The National Security Council (NSC) has approved the export of jet fuel to Vietnam and the Philippines after determining that Thailand currently has excess reserves.

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This five-star hotel on Koh Samui has perfected laidback luxury

HOTELS: At W Koh Samui, Harry Fletcher discovers a beautiful private beach, jaw-dropping sunsets and world-class hospitality

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Visitors to Thailand could face higher ‘tourist tax’

A day after major visa changes announced, minister says planned B300 entry fee could be raised

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Nigerian romance scammers ‘lured Thai women to distribute heroin’

Police have arrested a Nigerian man and two Thai women with 65.5 kilogrammes of heroin, saying they were linked to a Nigerian romance scam network that lured Thai women to distribute drugs in Thailand.

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China tops Thai travel list

For years, the tourism relationship between Thailand and China has run one way. Chinese visitors come here, in large numbers, and Thailand builds infrastructure, campaigns and entire hospitality ecosystems around receiving them.

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Thai industrial sentiment drops for second straight month in April

Thailand's industrial sentiment index dropped for ‌a second straight month in April, hurt by high oil prices, ⁠a manufacturing slowdown and the ‌war in the Middle East, the Federation ⁠of Thai Industries said on Wednesday.

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CAAT, DEPA, Department of Agriculture, GISTDA, DTI and Industry Leaders Unite at DronTech Asia 2026 Press Conference

BANGKOK, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GML Exhibition (Thailand) Co., Ltd. successfully hosted the official press conference for DronTech Asia 2026, announcing the upcoming third edition of ASEAN's leading drone and unmanned systems exhibition, scheduled to take place from 11–13 November 2026 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang…

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New OECD membership drive begins

Thailand has set a target of becoming a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2028, government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said.

Bangkok Post

Irish filmmaker, girlfriend die in Thailand road crash

A talented young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a motorcycle crash in Thailand, eliciting an outpouring of tributes from Ireland

Bangkok Post

Thailand tightens visa rules for tourists, citing crime by foreigners

Move brings an end to a 60 day visa-free stay that was agreed with 93 countries, including the UK, US and much of Europe

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Call for more migrants to ease labour shortage

The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has urged the government to act swiftly in tackling worker shortages for Thailand's labour-intensive industries.

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Thai visa exemptions cut by cabinet

Tourism operators welcomed the government's first step in revoking the 60-day visa exemption to curb illicit activities by foreigners, while urging authorities to provide proper guidance for genuine investors as well as advising frequent visa runners to apply for alternative long-stay visas instead.

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Rice exports challenged by Iran war and parched weather forecast

The outlook for Thailand's rice exports in the second half of the year remains uncertain as climate conditions and geopolitical conflicts could significantly influence trade volume, says a member of the Thai Rice Exporters Association.

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Fuel consumption posts increase in Q1

Thailand's fuel consumption surged in the first quarter of this year, rising 5.3% year-on-year to an average of 167 million litres per day, according to the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).

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Nippon Steel pledges long-term commitment to Thailand

Nippon Steel has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Thailand, urging stronger government protection against an influx of substandard steel imports and expressing readiness to further expand investments in the country.

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TFEX preps Mini Gold Online Futures contracts for May 25

The Thailand Futures Exchange (TFEX) is set to launch its Mini Gold Online Futures (MGO) contracts on May 25, aiming to attract more retail investors as global gold prices continue to gain attention amid market volatility.

Bangkok Post

NT picked to spearhead 6 digital infrastructure projects

The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has assigned state telecom enterprise National Telecom (NT) to steer six projects that aim to strengthen Thailand's digital infrastructure.

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Hill's Pet Nutrition Announces 2026 Hill's Global Symposium - "Healthy Skin Starts From Within" - Exploring the Gut-Skin Axis

HONG KONG, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill's Pet Nutrition (Hill's), a global leader in science-led nutrition, today announced the upcoming 2026 Hill's Global Symposium, to be hosted June 22-24 in Phuket, Thailand, and livestreamed globally. The Symposium is one of the largest free global education opportunities available for veterinary…

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Thailand plans to cut visa-free stays for tourists amid crackdown on foreign crime

Holidaymakers from more than 90 countries could soon face shorter visa-free stays in Thailand, as officials move to curb crimes involving foreign nationals despite tourism remaining vital to the country’s economy.

The Economic Times

Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreigners

Thailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals, officials said on Tuesday. The new visa-free duration would be decided on a country-by-country basis, with most foreign nationals granted stays of up to 30…

The Economic Times

Which country is known as the Land of Smiles?

Thailand is globally recognised as the “Land of Smiles” because of the warm and welcoming nature of its people, where smiles often express far more than simple happiness. In Thai culture, smiling is closely linked with politeness, respect, and social harmony, and this cultural trait has played a major role…

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Edible Packaging, Fermented Innovations and Next-Gen Foods Take Center Stage at THAIFEX - Anuga Asia 2026

BANGKOK, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As food and beverage manufacturers race to capture emerging consumer trends, 10 standout innovations are already gaining commercial traction across protein innovation, fermentation technology, and sustainable packaging. All will debut at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, signalling where the global F&B industry is heading…

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