IMF upgrades Thailand, ADB trims Asia-Pacific growth amid energy crisis
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
The IMF expects ASEAN-5 growth to slow to 4.1% in 2026 but upgraded Thailand’s forecast to 1.9%, while ADB cut developing Asia-Pacific growth to 4.9% as energy disruptions weigh on the region.
Anutin government faces twin constitutional tests over emergency borrowing and ballot secrecy
SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026
Thailand’s Constitutional Court is weighing two politically explosive cases that could test the Anutin government’s authority, investor confidence and the credibility of the country’s electoral process.
Thai Airways raises fuel surcharge on Japan–Thailand flights
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thai Airways will increase fuel surcharges on Japan–Thailand routes by up to 32% for tickets issued from July 1, 2026, reflecting higher operating costs and fuel market volatility.
Thailand’s EV Transition and the New Insurance Challenge
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026
Bangkok, Thailand – [17, June 2026] – Thailand’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating rapidly, driven by rising fuel prices, geopolitical uncertainty, and changing consumer priorities. What was once a conversation centred around “range anxiety” has evolved into something more immediate: fuel uncertainty.