Taiwan's firms show more interest in Thailand, Taipei envoy says
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Taiwanese firms are showing growing interest in Thailand, with potential for deeper cooperation in semiconductors, high-tech industries, trade and investment.
Thailand plans single cigarette tax and tighter export controls
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Thailand’s Excise Department plans a single cigarette tax rate and a pay-first, refund-later system for exports to reduce price distortions and curb illicit tobacco.
Trump unveils Venezuela oil deal giving US majority control
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Donald Trump says a US-Venezuela oil deal gives Washington majority control of more than 65 billion barrels of proven reserves and could cut US fuel prices.
Thailand sets new electricity rates to lower bills from September
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Beginning with the September 2026 billing cycle, a progressive residential tariff will cap the first 200 units at THB3.00 per unit and broaden eligibility.
Thailand plans higher tour operator deposits amid tourism rebound
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Tourism proposes raising tour operator security deposits to as much as THB200,000 as tourism rebounds from the Covid-era downturn.