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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
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.
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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.
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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 sharply
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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.
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Suvarnabhumi roadworks to divert terminal traffic for seven months
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Suvarnabhumi Airport will introduce traffic diversions on its elevated terminal roads from August 31 to April 7 for expansion-joint repairs.
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Thailand aims to complete ART for lower US tariff, Commerce VM says
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Thailand pushes to finalise US trade deal as a pending Section 301 case risks adding tariffs to the existing 12.5% levy on Thai exports.
Franc Han Shih
Opposition challenges THB400bn loan over unclear energy plan
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Natthaphong demands details on the second THB200bn, while Korn warns borrowing could push public debt beyond Thailand’s 70% ceiling.
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Thailand advances high-speed rail amid Asia-wide expansion
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
Asia’s high-speed rail expansion gathers pace while Thailand accelerates the Bangkok–Nakhon Ratchasima line and targets a year-end decision on a shared section.
Pranee Muenphangwaree
PM Anutin sets out case for THB400 billion economic crisis loan decree
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
The borrowing would be split equally between support for affected groups and the energy transition, while public debt is projected at no more than 70% of GDP.
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