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World Bank Sets Three-Step Plan to Lift Thai Productivity and Jobs
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 04, 2026
Stephen Ndegwa tells The Standard forum that business dynamism, AI adoption among small firms and deeper ASEAN integration could put high income within reach
PM Anutin outlines four priorities for upper Northeast development
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2026
Plans include studies of a food innovation centre, a Bueng Kan border economic zone and airport, alongside tourism promotion and action on drugs.
Thailand targets THB4 trillion in tourism revenue under new draft plan
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 02, 2026
Cruise ports, high-spending visitors and wider income distribution feature in Thailand’s proposed tourism development plan for 2028–2032.
TAT builds on IMF–World Bank meetings to target five key Asian markets
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026
Tailored campaigns in five Asian markets will focus on spending and repeat visits, as Thailand targets tourism revenue growth of at least 5% in 2027.
Nation Forum highlights local Thai cuisine to boost tourism growth
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026
Nation Forum speakers highlight clear restaurant branding, pride in local ingredients and government support to turn culinary traditions into economic value.
Bangkok night tourism festival brings music and art to Lumpini Park
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2026
The free 12-day event features more than 46 artists, interactive art and wellness activities, targeting over 60,000 visitors and more than THB200 million in economic value.
22 global economic takeaways from IMF–World Bank meetings in Thailand
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2026
The Bangkok discussions cover artificial intelligence, debt, jobs, climate risks, healthcare and measures to strengthen economic resilience.
Georgieva warns debt and AI deepen global economic divides
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
At the IMF–World Bank plenary in Bangkok, Kristalina Georgieva warns that 3.1% growth masks mounting debt, inflation and AI risks, calling for urgent reform.
Thailand’s Economic Slowdown Is a Wake-Up Call, with Dr. Narongchai Akrasanee, Chairman of Institute for Strategic Policy Foundation and Former Commerce and Energy Minister
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2026
Thailand needs more long-term investment to revive economic growth, former commerce and energy minister Dr. Narongchai Akrasanee says.
Grab outlines AI approach to expand access and economic opportunities
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026
At CNN’s Bangkok event, Anthony Tan highlights tools for drivers and shops, support for older and visually impaired users, and AI training.