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BANGKOK – For the first time in 35 years, Thailand is stepping back onto the center stage of global finance. From October 12 to 18, 2026, Bangkok will proudly host the highly anticipated IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings. The last time the city held this prestigious event was in 1991. This exciting return marks a major […]

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OCT

Thailand Drives 4 Agendas at IMF-World Bank 2026 Summit

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – Thailand is currently in the global spotlight. Leaders are arriving for the 2026 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings from October 12 to 18. This massive event brings together 15,000 delegates from 191 nations. Finance ministers, central bank governors, and corporate executives are gathering to shape our global economic future. As the host country, Thailand […]

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OCT

Thailand and the IMF: The 1997 Crisis and After

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – On July 2, 1997, Thailand let the baht float after defending its exchange rate became unsustainable. The currency’s sharp fall exposed problems that had built up behind the peg, including heavy short-term borrowing and depleted foreign-exchange reserves, and Thailand turned to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for emergency support. The IMF-led rescue brought […]

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OCT

Bangkok Hotels Boom as 15,000 Delegates Arrive for IMF-World Bank Meeting

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – The capital is currently buzzing with unprecedented energy as it welcomes a massive influx of international visitors. Over 15,000 delegates have descended upon the city for the highly anticipated 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings. This mega-event is transforming the local hospitality landscape almost overnight. From luxury suites in Sukhumvit to boutique stays […]

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OCT

2026 IMF-World Bank Meetings Commence in Bangkok

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – The capital is buzzing with global leaders this week. For the first time in over 35 years, Thailand is proudly hosting the prestigious International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group Annual Meetings. The landmark 2026 event runs from October 12 to 18 at the state-of-the-art Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). This […]

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OCT

China’s Economic Slowdown Affects Thailand’s Trade and Tourism

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – China and Thailand are closely linked through trade, investment, and tourism, so a weaker Chinese economy can reach Thai workers and businesses through several channels. When Chinese households spend less and the property market remains under pressure, demand for Thai exports and overseas trips may soften, affecting factories, retailers, hotels, and other tourism […]

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OCT

Thailand Hosts IMF and World Bank Amid Flood Recovery

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK – Thailand welcomes global financial leaders starting tomorrow as the nation juggles a massive international event and ongoing flood recovery. The 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group will run from October 12 to 18 in Bangkok. Around 15,000 delegates from over 190 countries are gathering at the Queen […]

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OCT

Thailand Fuel Prices Today: Pump Rates for Oct 11, 2026

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Thanawat Chaiyaporn

Correction, 11 October 2026: An earlier version of this article gave the wrong year and incorrect prices, including Gasohol 95 at 38.50 baht and diesel as unchanged. The prices below have been corrected using the rates published by PTT Station and Bangchak. CHIANG RAI – Pump prices in Thailand are unchanged today, Sunday 11 October […]

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OCT

Singapores Property Market: Gross Rental Yields Hit 6% to 7%

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Jeff Tomas

SINGAPORE – A 6% to 7% gross rental yield can make a Singapore property look like a compelling investment, but that figure isn’t typical across the residential market. Current estimates vary by property type and calculation: a 2026 analysis of private residential projects found a median yield of 2.88%, while some HDB estimates are higher. […]

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OCT

Industrial Flood Damage in Thailand Climbs Past 1.5 Billion Baht

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – Heavy monsoon rains across Thailand have recently triggered severe flooding in several key manufacturing zones. The rapidly rising waters have forced dozens of large factories to completely pause their operations this week. Industrial flood damage in Thailand has now officially climbed past the 1.5 billion baht mark. Local authorities are working quickly to […]

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