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As Thailand approaches the halfway mark of its national climate commitments, businesses are increasingly viewing sustainability not merely as protection against environmental and regulatory risks, but as a pathway to growth amid climate disruption, resource insecurity and energy volatility.

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Ban on refined oil exports to continue

Thailand's energy authorities have confirmed that the country will continue its ban on refined oil exports, despite mounting pressure from domestic refineries struggling with limited storage capacity.

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Data centre outlay set to skyrocket

Thailand's investments in data centres are projected to reach US$4.31 billion by 2030, representing average annual growth of 18% from 2024 and achieving total capacity of 2.93 gigawatts, helped by strong government support and solid demand, says CGS International Securities.

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Sustainability the key to sector's long-term growth

The property sector is entering a new phase of sustainability-driven transformation as developers, financiers, capital market regulators and supply chain partners align around Thailand Taxonomy, a national framework designed to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy.

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Thailand scent first victory in Ukraine opener at home

Thailand take on Ukraine to kick-start the second week of their FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 campaign on Wednesday at Bangkok's Huamark Indoor Stadium.

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OECD bid hinges on 'rule-of-law' fix

Thailand's bid to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is a crucial opportunity to address deep-rooted structural weaknesses, particularly rule-of-law shortcomings that undermine investor confidence and competitiveness, a forum was told.

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OECD quest spurs reform

Thailand is undertaking one of the most ambitious legal and regulatory reform programmes in its modern history as the government seeks to secure membership in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2028, says Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt.

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Ramayana Water Park ranked No.9 in the world

Ramayana Water Park has been ranked No.9 in the world in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Amusement & Water Parks ranking 2026, placing it among the most highly rated amusement and water parks worldwide.

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TV show meddling

The report that the popular morning TV news programme Jor Luek Thua Thai Inside Thailand on Channel 9 MCOT HD will leave the state broadcaster at the end of this month casts a sceptical light on the Anutin government.

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Electric trucks at low-carbon crossroads

The trucks that keep Thailand moving may soon decide how well the country competes in a low-carbon world -- if the government gets it right.

Bangkok Post

Domestic workers deserve better

Fifteen years ago on June 16, on a sunny June day in Switzerland, millions of domestic workers worldwide gained the recognition they had long deserved.

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630,000 treated for cancer under universal healthcare

More than 630,000 cancer patients received treatment under Thailand’s universal healthcare scheme in the 2025 fiscal year, with breast cancer remaining the most common cancer among women and colorectal cancer topping the list among men.

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Chips seen as next growth engine

The government has established the National Semiconductor Policy Committee to set the country’s strategy for the sector, with a target of attracting 2.5 trillion baht in investment to Thailand.

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Thailand joining tax information sharing system

The cabinet has approved Thailand’s participation in an international tax information exchange framework to support adoption of the OECD-led global minimum tax on corporations.

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Vietnam is becoming the hottest tourist hotspot in Southeast Asia—and trying to avoid Thailand's mistakes

The country had 21 million visitors in 2025. Officials think they can attract even more in the future—and are splurging on infrastrucuture spending to meet that hoped-for demand.

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PM Anutin heads for Asean-Russia Summit

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will travel to Russia to attend the Asean-Russia Commemorative Summit on Wednesday and Thursday in Kazan, where he plans to discuss trade expansion, investment cooperation and energy security with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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“I have never gone out without a man”: Indian househelp spends a day alone in Thailand and returns with new friends

Indian Househelp's first day alone in Thailand: A day that began with nervousness turned into an experience of self-discovery for Reshma, a domestic worker who travelled to Thailand with creator Anish Bhagat. Asked to spend a day exploring on her own, she stepped out carrying homemade puran poli, made new…

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PM Anutin wants foreign culprits deported faster

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered legal amendments to speed up the deportation of foreign criminals to prevent them from repeating their offences in Thailand, according to a government spokesperson.

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Thailand appoints South African, German experts for UN arbitration process in dispute with Cambodia

Thailand has appointed conciliators from South Africa and Germany for ‌an arbitration process by the United Nations (UN) that was initiated by Cambodia to resolve a long-running maritime dispute, Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow told reporters on Tuesday.

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Rethink Thailand seminar to confront economic headwinds

Thailand is preparing to host a public seminar aimed at tackling mounting economic challenges, bringing together leading voices from business, academia and policymaking to map out how the country, and those living and working in it, can adapt and move forward.

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Thailand Urged to Prepare for Sustainable Global Trade

Bangkok, 28 May 2026 — Thailand has a significant opportunity to strengthen its position in global markets by preparing for emerging sustainability requirements, according to Timo Menniken, Country Director of GIZ Thailand, at the Policy Recommendation Announcement and Handover Ceremony of the FIT for FAIR Project in Bangkok.

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Informa Markets and Thailand's Health Ministry Join Forces To Deliver a Successful Edition of International Healthcare Week 2026 in Bangkok

BANGKOK, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Informa Markets joins forces with Thailand's Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) to unveil International Healthcare Week 2026, a transformative regional healthcare platform that will elevate Thailand's position as a world-leading medical and wellness hub and catalyze new waves of investment, innovation, and international…

The Independent UK

Photos show the resurfaced remains of World War II's 'Death Railway' in Thailand

After decades beneath the surface, a submerged station from World War II's infamous “Death Railway” has resurfaced in Thailand.

The Independent UK

WWII ‘Death Railway’ station resurfaces in Thailand after decades submerged

Thousands of Allied PoWs and Asian labourers died constructing the railway

Fortune

The Southeast Asia 500 has a new engine: Vietnam

Thailand and Indonesia have the most companies on the list. But Vietnam is responsible for roughly a quarter of this year's total revenue growth.

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