AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoThailand Economy: Thailand’s Q2 GDP grew 1.9% (slower than Q1’s 2.8%), with investment and exports supporting growth, but imports surged 42.3% and pushed the current account back into deficit. Tourism: Tourism revenue hit 663 billion baht (+6.3% quarter-on-quarter) with 6.55 million international arrivals. Public Policy: Thailand plans to rewrite car excise taxes—lower rates for locally built vehicles and higher rates for fully imported models—aiming to protect domestic production. Digital & Cyber: Thailand launched Jaeng Rath, a single gateway to route complaints on cyber and online threats to the right agencies. Business & Tech: ILO mentorship is helping companies in Thailand’s automotive and electronics supply chains apply human rights due diligence in day-to-day operations. International Ties: Thailand’s PM Anutin is set to visit New Zealand to launch a strategic partnership and push trade links. Sports: Jeeno Thitikul won the Portland Classic for a 10th LPGA title, leading an all-Thai finish. Safety Incident: A house fire in Nonthaburi killed a Thai couple and nearly 30 cats; police found petrol at the scene.
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