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Thai MPC holds 1.00% policy rate while economic growth remains subdued
Thai MPC holds 1.00% policy rate while economic growth remains subdued
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Merchandise exports and private investment linked to the technology and AI cycle are outperforming expectations, but their benefits to the Thai economy remain limited in scope.Thailand Focus 2026 spotlights digital and New Economy investment
Thailand Focus 2026 spotlights digital and New Economy investment
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Thailand Focus 2026 brought 77 listed companies before global investors as the SET highlighted digital infrastructure and New Economy opportunities.Grid modernisation strengthens Thailand’s clean energy shift
Grid modernisation strengthens Thailand’s clean energy shift
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Thailand is modernising its power grid to integrate more renewable energy, strengthen system flexibility and support its net-zero emissions target by 2050.US pauses visa appointments worldwide for consular training
US pauses visa appointments worldwide for consular training
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
US embassies and consulates are rescheduling interviews while officers receive training on screening applicants for possible reliance on public benefitsThailand's Electronics Investment Tops $30 Billion as It Powers into Next-Gen Chips and AI
Thailand's Electronics Investment Tops $30 Billion as It Powers into Next-Gen Chips and AI
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Thailand’s electronics sector has secured over $30.5 billion (1 trillion baht) in investment since 2023. Roughly a third of this capital—exceeding $10.1 billion (331 billion baht) across 224 projects—is concentrated in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic components, driven by global manufacturers scaling their footprint in AI hardware and advanced semiconductor packaging across Southeast Asia.Nene Royal wins global fans with surprise Soundgarden cover
Nene Royal wins global fans with surprise Soundgarden cover
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
The 16-year-old Thai singer surprised viewers with Soundgarden’s Black Hole Sun as fans worldwide praised her vocals, guitar work and presence.Tens of thousands evacuated in China as Storm Narra moves inland
Tens of thousands evacuated in China as Storm Narra moves inland
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Low-lying areas in Guangxi are flooded, while Typhoon Saudel has caused power cuts and flight cancellations in Japan as it heads towards China.Strengthening Australia-Thailand parliamentary ties
Strengthening Australia-Thailand parliamentary ties
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
This week, Australian Speaker of the House of Representatives the Hon Milton Dick MP visited Bangkok for a series of high-level meetings to strengthen parliamentary links between Australia and Thailand. It was the first ever official visit by an Australian Speaker to Thailand.H-1B visas explained and what changes loom for workers
H-1B visas explained and what changes loom for workers
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
The US plans to make a US$103,265 application fee permanent as stricter vetting disrupts hiring and H-1B registrations fall sharplyCourt to rule on ballot barcode case on September 28
Court to rule on ballot barcode case on September 28
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Thailand's Constitutional Court set to make a ruling on September 28 after it began hearing five witnesses over claims that ballot barcodes and QR codes could identify voters and reveal how they voted.