Policy

Bank of Thailand plans to require gold traders with over 10 billion baht in annual turnover to report transactions, aiming to protect FX stability and curb “grey money”

Finance Minister Ekniti plans to overhaul Thailand’s Individual Savings Account (TISA), with new long-term tax incentives for low- and middle-income savers.

Cabinet approves ‘Clear Debt, Move Forward’ scheme using asset management firms to buy and restructure 2.3 million small NPL accounts

Deputy PM Pipat announces major 'HNY 2026' travel package, including free tolls, extended rail hours, and mandated 30% fare reduction across six domestic airlines

NBTC mandates that the 33rd Southeast Asian Games must be shown on all free television platforms, overriding exclusive rights deal to ensure public access

Council of Economic Ministers approves TISA scheme letting earners deduct up to 800,000 baht for retirement, plus extra tax breaks on long-term bonds.

Thailand told its ninth World Trade Organisation (WTO) Trade Policy Review (TPR) in Geneva that it will keep opening its economy, advance green and digital trade reforms, and address members’ concerns on tariffs, services and investment.

Thailand’s PDMO secures a 4.55bn-baht World Bank loan and US$4m grant for two southern bridges and a 2024–2028 Irrawaddy dolphin conservation plan.

Thailand’s first Climate Change Act sets up national oversight, carbon pricing, an ETS, carbon tax, climate fund, and strict reporting rules to drive the country toward Net Zero

Thailand’s Anti-Money Laundering Office issues a sweeping announcement identifying Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) nationwide, requiring enhanced due diligence from financial institutions to strengthen anti-corruption and anti-money laundering safeguards.

Bangkok completes 4.9 billion baht payment tranche for 548,000 households, as operations shift to military-led command to accelerate community and economic recovery

Relief measures continue to roll out in Southern Thailand, with waiver targeting residential electricity bills to help over 450,000 families recover from recent major floods.

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA)​​​​​​​ enforces citywide ban on fireworks and sky lanterns, with 24-hour firewatch rooms set up in all districts during the 7-day celebration.