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World Bank Report Flags Seven Failings Stalling Thailand’s Digital Economy
World Bank Report Flags Seven Failings Stalling Thailand’s Digital Economy
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
Thailand risks falling behind ASEAN peers due to poor broadband coverage, severe skill deficits, and 'overly strict' data laws that hinder government and private sector innovationDaikin Bonus Dispute: Gold Price Surge vs Employment Contract – Offering 3 Baht of Gold for Long-serving Employees
Daikin Bonus Dispute: Gold Price Surge vs Employment Contract – Offering 3 Baht of Gold for Long-serving Employees
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
Daikin faces a labor dispute over a gold bonus with employees, as gold prices surge. A work stoppage has been announced after failed negotiations.Thai Regulator Vows Action on JKN Fraud Case, Seeks Extradition of Ex-CEO
Thai Regulator Vows Action on JKN Fraud Case, Seeks Extradition of Ex-CEO
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
Thailand's SEC insists it is 'not complacent' over Anne Jakrajutatip's alleged flight abroad, promising full cooperation with DSI to secure her return and prosecutionThai Regulators Launch Unified Crackdown on Scammers and Transnational Dirty Money
Thai Regulators Launch Unified Crackdown on Scammers and Transnational Dirty Money
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
BOT, SEC, and SET align to combat 'grey capital,' tighten gold transaction controls, and prepare forex rules to manage baht strength amid surge in cybercrimeGovernment approves THB5 billion transfer to repay FIDF fund
Government approves THB5 billion transfer to repay FIDF fund
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
The approval of payment to the Financial Institutions Development Fund (FIDF) brings total repayments over 13 years to THB1.14 trillion, with the remaining debt at THB490 billion.BOT extends 8% minimum credit card payment relief until the end of 2026
BOT extends 8% minimum credit card payment relief until the end of 2026
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2025
Bank of Thailand (BOT) has extended the 8% minimum credit card payment measure until December 31, 2026, to help vulnerable debtors, allowing those struggling to pay to restructure their debt into a long-term loan.Dusit Thani postpones shareholder meeting to February 6, 2026, awaiting clarification after complaints
Dusit Thani postpones shareholder meeting to February 6, 2026, awaiting clarification after complaints
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 04, 2025
Dusit Thani postpones EGM to February 6, 2026, awaiting clarification from SEC and TCC after complaints from minority shareholders about business dominanceDaikin Announces "Work Shutdown" with Labor Union, Effective December 6, 2025, After Failed Negotiations
Daikin Announces "Work Shutdown" with Labor Union, Effective December 6, 2025, After Failed Negotiations
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 04, 2025
Daikin announces a work stoppage after unsuccessful talks with the labor union over bonuses and benefits. The action takes effect on December 6, 2025.