TAT Highlights Thailand’s Tourism Excellence at ITE HCMC 2025
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) promoted “The New Thailand” at ITE HCMC 2025, focusing on ASEAN tourism collaboration through air connectivity, cultural experiences, and sustainability. TAT presented innovative contributions and future plans, such as the “Thái Lan, càng hiểu càng yêu” campaign and “Trusted Thailand” certification, aiming for 900,000 Vietnamese visitors by 2026.
Export growth in July remained elevated but began to slow compared with the previous month.
In July 2025, Thailand’s merchandise exports valued at USD 28.6 billion rose 11% YOY, supported by strong US shipments. However, growth slowed from 15.5% in June, while imports grew 5.1%. Trade balance showed a surplus of USD 322.1 million.
Thailand Focus 2025: Embracing Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges to Highlight Thailand’s Investment Potential for Global Investors
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) hosted the “Thailand Focus 2025: Beyond the Challenges” conference from August 27-29, 2025, at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok. Bringing together 180 global institutional investors, the event explored Thailand’s economic resilience and growth opportunities, enhancing investor confidence through insights from top leaders and partnerships with securities companies.
Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025 Thailand Spotlights the Powerhouses Driving the New Economy
The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2025 in Thailand celebrated innovative leaders and businesses driving sustainable growth. Key winners included Tan Passakornnatee for transforming the beverage industry. The event, held on August 22 at The Athenee Hotel, Bangkok, spotlighted enterprises exemplifying resilience and innovation, with government support for entrepreneurship and innovation.
MPC Cuts Policy Rate as Expected; SCB EIC Expects Another Cut to 1.25% in Q4
The MPC unanimously cuts the policy rate by 0.25% to 1.50% to support businesses affected by U.S. tariffs and alleviate financial burdens. It anticipates slower economic growth in H2 2025 and will monitor credit contraction and baht appreciation’s impacts.
