Phuket upbeat on high season outlook
Phuket tourism operators anticipate this high season running through the first quarter of 2026 will deliver the strongest performance in five years, driven by increased tourist spending, longer stays and the introduction of new long-haul flights to southern Thailand.

Agency preps plan for the silver economy
The government planning unit is crafting a comprehensive strategy for the "silver economy", a market valued at 2.45 trillion baht and projected to grow significantly as the nation transitions to an aged society.

BoT to ease baht pressure
The Bank of Thailand has proposed the Finance Ministry raise the limit for foreign income repatriation to Thailand, aiming to ease pressure on the baht.

Japanese firms pledge to maintain pickup capacity
Japanese automakers Isuzu and Toyota have vowed to maintain pickup manufacturing capacity in Thailand and continue purchasing auto parts, despite a sharp decline in domestic sales, aiming to shield parts suppliers from financial strain.

Economy to escape major hit from floods
Deadly flooding in the South has had a limited impact on the national economy, with the Bank of Thailand estimating it will reduce national GDP growth by no more than 0.2%.

Thailand's golden dream faces fresh twists
The moment to let all the bottled-up pressure go has finally arrived. The men's football competition of the 2025 SEA Games kicks off on Wednesday with hosts Thailand taking on Timor-Leste in the curtain-raiser at Bangkok's Rajamangala National Stadium.

Pheu Thai denies plan for Dec 11 no-confidence motion
The Pheu Thai Party has denied that it will go ahead and file a no‑confidence motion on Dec 11, saying the government must be freed up to focus on tackling the flood crisis first.

Airlines 'keen to expand direct flights'
Several international airlines, including carriers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Japan, have shown interest in expanding direct flight routes to Thailand, says the Airports of Thailand (AoT).

Govt preparing broad anti-discrimination bill
The Justice Ministry is fleshing out its proposals for a broad anti-discrimination bill.

Trump to meet top national security team on Venezuela
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump summoned his top national security officials to the White House on Monday to discuss Venezuela, as tensions rise over potential military action by Washington.