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Thai government says Thailand recognised as leading business destination
Thai government reported yesterday, June 29, that Thailand has been ranked 27th globally and seventh in Asia in the Best Countries for Starting a Business released by the U.S. News & World Report Best Countries 2026. The announcement was made by Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office Lalida Persvivatana. The spokesperson said the ranking reflects the country’s openness to…
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Thailand is rolling out the red carpet for foreign business. It is still making the little guys crawl under it.
Thailand is finally tearing down the wall that kept foreign companies out, the most significant business reform in twenty-seven years. But read the fine print and a familiar pattern appears. The reform is built for the multinational with a legal department. The interior designer, the chef, the clinic owner, the small foreign operator who helped raise Thailand to the world-class…
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Four companies join forces to redesign Magiclean refill bags for recycling
Dow Thailand Group, Kao Industrial (Thailand) Co., Ltd., SCG Chemicals Public Company Limited (SCGC), and SCG Packaging Public Company Limited (SCGP) have jointly developed a new mono-material refill pouch for Magiclean Floor Cleaner Natural Essence 700ml, replacing a traditional multi-layer structure with packaging designed for recyclability. The new Magiclean recyclable refill packaging uses a single-material structure and is compatible with…
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Phyathai-Paolo partners with Shop.BeDee to advance personalised healthcare in Thailand
Phyathai-Paolo Hospital Group has announced a strategic partnership with Shop.BeDee, a leading digital healthcare platform, to enhance access to healthcare services and accelerate the shift toward personalised healthcare in Thailand. The collaboration reflects changing consumer behaviour, as more people are turning to digital channels to search for health information, compare services, and make healthcare decisions. Data from Phyathai-Paolo shows that…
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Why more Southeast Asian traders are turning to gold and silver in 2026
Trading activity continues to expand across Southeast Asia, with more and more participants entering global financial markets to explore the intricacies of income generation, portfolio diversification, and analytical skills. One clear trend is emerging in 2026: growing interest in gold and silver trading amid geopolitical instability and high volatility. But what’s fueling this shift? Let’s explore the key drivers behind…
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Travel Smart Travel Fast examines Thailand’s digital arrival card and the global move to paperless borders
At Suvarnabhumi and Phuket, many foreign visitors with biometric passports can now clear Thai immigration at automated gates that read a face and a QR code, depending on nationality. The gate opens only when the details on a traveller’s Thailand Digital Arrival Card match the passport exactly. The card has been mandatory since 1 May 2025, when it replaced the…
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How to generate promotional videos for trampoline parks with AI
Step into a pottery studio, and there is one thing that stands out about the place from the moment you enter it. This includes the spinning of the wheel, the feel of the mud on your hands, shelves of pottery creations made by hand, and a group of focused artists. For the pottery studios, being able to capture such an…
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JAS targets World Cup 2026 rights in bid to retain Premier League subscribers
Jasmine International Emerges as Frontrunner for Thailand’s 2026 World Cup Broadcast Rights Thailand’s Jasmine International Pcl (JAS) has emerged as the leading contender to secure the domestic broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026, following the withdrawal of its main competitor, True Corporation. According to prominent local sports journalist Bebangpakong, True decided to pull out of the bidding process,…
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Malaysia bans Thai shrimp over seabass dispute, 4 billion baht at risk
Malaysia’s ban on Thai shrimp imports took effect on June 1, targeting five species and putting more than 4 billion baht in annual export revenue at immediate risk. The measure is a direct response to Thailand’s own import restrictions on Malaysian seabass, and it has already disrupted trade on both sides of the border. What Malaysia has banned and why…
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How to recognise when the market is preparing for a strong move
Market surprises do not occur without prior cause. The breakout seems unexpected because it follows a well-prepared stage when liquidity, positioning, and pressure have been accumulating behind the scenes for a while. The emergence of momentum can be preceded by the market’s balancing act. Prices become slower, volatility becomes smaller, and traders start putting their orders at clear levels. This…
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Co-payment scheme begins, opposition flags borrowed funds
More than 39.2 million people have begun receiving 1,000 baht in government support today, June 1, as the Thais Help Thais Plus co-payment scheme officially launches, according to the Finance Ministry. Permanent Secretary for Finance Lavaron Sangsnit said beneficiaries comprise 13.18 million state welfare cardholders and 26.04 million people registered under the 60/40 co-payment programme. Funds are accessible daily from…
