Thai auto groups seek 32% tax on imported EVs to protect local industry
TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
A coalition of 10 automotive associations wants Thailand to raise excise tax on fully imported EVs to at least 32%, warning that cheaper Chinese imports could damage local production and auto-parts suppliers.
Revenue agencies risk missing targets in FY2026 second half amid Middle East crisis
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
Thailand’s Finance Ministry warns revenue collection in the second half of fiscal 2026 faces mounting risks from the Middle East conflict and energy crisis, making fuel tax cuts harder to justify.