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Thailand Announces UN HRC Candidature for 2025-2027
Deputy Prime Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara launched Thailand's bid for the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) for the 2025-2027 term. In his speech, he emphasized Thailand's commitment to human rights and democracy, as well as the importance of utilizing the HRC's influence to address global challenges.
Thailand’s economic conditions remain strong
The Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR) for H1 2023 shows positive economic conditions and outlook for Thailand, with improvements in business health and optimism for the private sector.
Thailand’s Growth Revised Down Amid Disappointing Recovery
Thailand's Q2 2023 GDP growth was weaker than expected, leading to a lowered growth forecast for the year.
Thailand’s Rising Household Debt and Growing Risk of Bad Loans
Thailand's household debt is increasing, particularly in auto loans and debts from savings cooperatives. Non-performing loans from auto loans have risen, and financial literacy and access to financial services have decreased. In the first quarter of 2023, household debt reached 15.9 trillion baht, equivalent to 90.6% of the GDP.
Thailand Dealing with Growing Global Headwinds
Thailand's economic recovery may be hindered by a global slowdown and the government's stimulus policies could lead to higher government debt, according to Fitch Ratings.
Consumer Confidence rebounds in August following new government nomination
Consumer confidence in Thailand improved in August due to the formation of a new government.The consumer confidence index rose to 56.9, rebounding from a...
HRH Princess Ubolratana confers 14th Thailand Tourism Awards
Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana presented the 14th Thailand Tourism Awards to 254 Thai tourism enterprises that have been acknowledged for their quality and...
Bank of Thailand Relaxes Regulations on Non-residents’ Transactions
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has announced that it is providing more flexibility for non-residents who have trade and investment in Thailand.
Key TakeawaysThe Bank...