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The 'Land of Life': Thailand's $50 Billion Strategic Pivot Towards the High-Value Wellness Economy
The 'Land of Life': Thailand's $50 Billion Strategic Pivot Towards the High-Value Wellness Economy
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
Panel of aviation, hospitality and wellness leaders reveals how Thailand is chasing higher-spending, longer-staying visitors over sheer tourist volumeUS launches fresh Iran strikes after ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz
US launches fresh Iran strikes after ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
US forces launched new strikes on Iran after ship attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran claimed retaliation against US sites in Bahrain and KuwaitBangkok and vicinity set for heavier afternoon and evening rain
Bangkok and vicinity set for heavier afternoon and evening rain
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
Monsoon conditions are forecast to bring more rain to Bangkok, with heavy falls still expected in parts of the North, Northeast and East.Purple Line tunnel leak sparks urgent inspection after Bangkok downpour
Purple Line tunnel leak sparks urgent inspection after Bangkok downpour
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
Prime minister and transport officials inspect a water leak at the southern Purple Line tunnel near Wongwian YaiTerra Drone moves to build Japan’s interceptor drone capacity
Terra Drone moves to build Japan’s interceptor drone capacity
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
Terra Drone is moving to produce interceptor drones and key components in Japan, citing supply risks and regional security tensions.Japan warns firms in China over dual-use export control risks
Japan warns firms in China over dual-use export control risks
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
Japanese businesses in China are urged to review export-control risks after two Fuji Electric group employees were arrested in Dalian.ANA opens Hokkaido flight operations base for major emergencies
ANA opens Hokkaido flight operations base for major emergencies
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
The airline has shifted part of its control functions from Haneda to strengthen continuity if a disaster or attack disrupts Tokyo.CP Group launches Reforest Tokenisation to turn forest recovery into Thailand’s natural capital model
CP Group launches Reforest Tokenisation to turn forest recovery into Thailand’s natural capital model
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
CP Group has launched its Reforest Tokenisation initiative, with the Mae Fah Luang Foundation under Royal Patronage serving as the first partner in a pilot covering more than 10,000 rai in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Tak. The initiative aims to connect carbon credits, blockchain and community forest income as part of Thailand’s wider natural capital economy.Thai GDP Forecast Upgraded to Market-High 2.3% as Inward Investment Nears 1tn Baht
Thai GDP Forecast Upgraded to Market-High 2.3% as Inward Investment Nears 1tn Baht
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
The Bank of Thailand holds interest rates at 1.00%, while Prime Minister Anutin moves to fast-track approvals and leverage the kingdom's logistics strengthsThe 'Halo Effect': Why Travel Is the New Battleground for Domestic Banking Loyalty
The 'Halo Effect': Why Travel Is the New Battleground for Domestic Banking Loyalty
WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2026
Visa unveils its global Destinations platform in Bangkok, arguing that trust earned abroad is the key to winning customers' top-of-wallet spend at home