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Thailand’s sovereign credit outlook was upgraded to stable by Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P, underscoring political stabilization and a more favorable debt trajectory after the February election, with the rating still at BBB+. Meanwhile, Moody’s lifted Bangladesh’s outlook to stable from negative on easing political and external pressures and stronger external finances, though S&P and Fitch have in recent months moved the country’s outlook to negative, signaling persistent vulnerabilities.
Thailand’s finance minister has announced there will be an increase of U.S. imports into the Southeast Asian nation, as well as the implementation of lower taxes on American goods. According to Reuters , the…
Thailand’s central bank kept its policy rate at 1% for a third straight meeting amid fragile growth and inflation near target, with the energy shock from the Middle East conflict constraining the outlook. Economists broadly expect the pause to persist to support a cautious recovery while policymakers monitor inflation dynamics, loan quality, and external risks.
A tense and dangerous conflict erupted on Thursday along the Thailand‑Cambodia border , sending shockwaves through the region and leaving families on both sides scrambling for answers. Thailand launched air strikes…
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Thailand declares two-day holiday in Bangkok amid severe flooding
Thailand ordered two-day holidays across Bangkok and three provinces after nearly 300mm of rain in 48 hours flooded roads near Don Mueang Airport and left Bangkok a declared disaster zone.
Sep 28, 2026
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