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PM adviser joins chorus calling for rate cut as risks mount

05. February 2025

An adviser to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reiterated the government's calls for the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to deliver more rate cuts this year to support Southeast Asia's second-largest economy. Les mer >>>

Minister touts registration system

05. February 2025

Attracting unregistered hotel operators into the registration system could realise significant hidden tourism revenue, potentially lifting the total revenue tally to 3.5 trillion baht if successful, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry. Les mer >>>

Cabinet approves business hub draft

05. February 2025

The cabinet has approved the draft Financial Business Hub Act, which will establish a primary agency responsible for setting policies and require the employment of a specified proportion of Thai nationals. Les mer >>>

Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations

05. February 2025

SINGAPORE — Singapore has passed a law designed to protect against foreign interference in its race-based clans and business associations, as the government looks to limit outsiders from undermining racial harmony in the multicultural city-state. Les mer >>>

Crackdown on imported SIM card operating boxes

04. February 2025

The Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is drafting rules to govern the import of SIM card operating boxes in an effort to suppress cybercrime and fraudulent call centres. Les mer >>>

Domestic gold price could register uptick

04. February 2025

Domestic gold prices are set to rise further after reaching a fresh record of 45,200 baht per baht-weight on Tuesday as uncertainties surrounding US President Donald Trump's trade policies drive global demand for safe-haven assets, especially gold, says the Gold Traders Association (GTA). Les mer >>>

Illegal mobile loan apps found

04. February 2025

The Bank of Thailand has identified 10 mobile applications illegally offering personal loans and is working to have them removed from the App Store and Google Play Store. Les mer >>>