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From Coup Cycles to Ballot Box Stability, Thailand’s New Government Faces an Old Economic Problem
From Coup Cycles to Ballot Box Stability, Thailand’s New Government Faces an Old Economic Problem
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
An article titled How Thailand became the ‘sick man’ of Asia, published by the Financial Times on February 3rd, 2026, has drawn considerable attention among Thai economists. It documented the Thailand’s anaemic growth, slowdowns in consumption, manufacturing and tourism, and the mounting pressures on household incomes and national stability. Structural weaknesses have deepened. Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy, has been stuck in a low-growth trap of roughly 2% for the past five years.Thailand ranks third globally as 30°C-plus days rise by 75, threatening coffee
Thailand ranks third globally as 30°C-plus days rise by 75, threatening coffee
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Climate Central report warns intensifying heat is stressing coffee trees, cutting yields and quality, and adding pressure to prices worldwide.MT Asset invests over 200m baht to launch “Best Western Matter Tiwanon”, targeting MICE and events near IMPACT
MT Asset invests over 200m baht to launch “Best Western Matter Tiwanon”, targeting MICE and events near IMPACT
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
MT Asset Co., Ltd. is expanding its investment portfolio with a more than 200-million-baht outlay to develop Best Western Matter Tiwanon in Nonthaburi, aiming to serve business travellers, tourists and golfers near IMPACT Muang Thong Thani and key transport links.Siripong: no plan to raise VAT to 10% in next 2–3 years
Siripong: no plan to raise VAT to 10% in next 2–3 years
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Siripong Angkasakulkiat, deputy leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, says the government has no plan to raise VAT from 7% to 10% in the next two to three years, after a Senate committee proposal triggered public debate.BOI approves 10bn-baht push to build humanoid robot parts base in Thailand
BOI approves 10bn-baht push to build humanoid robot parts base in Thailand
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Thailand’s BOI has approved investment promotion for five major Chinese firms to build the country’s first humanoid-robot component production base, with initial investment topping 10 billion baht.BLACKPINK make history with 100 million YouTube subscribers
BLACKPINK make history with 100 million YouTube subscribers
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
BLACKPINK’s official YouTube channel passed 100 million subscribers on February 20, setting a new global mark for an artist channel, and YouTube presented the group with its rare Red Diamond Creator Award.Ekniti urges Team Thailand to press on with US talks as tariff falls to 15%
Ekniti urges Team Thailand to press on with US talks as tariff falls to 15%
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Ekniti tells Team Thailand to keep negotiating with the US, saying the new 15% tariff could bring Thailand short-term gains.Yim Leak denies allegations, says no proof linking him to Chen Zhi
Yim Leak denies allegations, says no proof linking him to Chen Zhi
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Dentons Pisut, representing Yim Leak, denies allegations and says there is no evidence linking him to Chen Zhi, urging fair process“KOMEHYO” Expands into Thon Buri, opens 8th Store at Central Pinklao
“KOMEHYO” Expands into Thon Buri, opens 8th Store at Central Pinklao
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Reinforces Leadership in Thailand’s Pre-Owned Luxury MarketStrong baht and high prices curb Thai rice exports as global trade hits record
Strong baht and high prices curb Thai rice exports as global trade hits record
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
USDA projects 2026 rice trade at 62.8 million tonnes (milled basis), while Thailand’s export outlook is trimmed as baht appreciation and higher domestic prices squeeze margins.