Author Archives: patcharaproduct

Student protests have spread across the country, exposing cracks in the welfare state, which is facing a severe crisis. The economy is experiencing low growth, public debt is nearing 120% of GDP, government spending is soaring, yet citizens face high living costs and declining public services. France was engulfed in protests from high school students […]

KResearch forecasts the food and beverage market to grow by 3.9% in 2026, reaching a value of 682 billion baht. However, growth will be uneven due to fragile purchasing power, high competition, and high costs. Street food vendors are expected to show strong growth at 5.8%, while beverage businesses are projected to grow by 5.1%. […]

The restaurant industry is facing a multifaceted turning point, with soaring costs and cautious purchasing power. At the “Restaurant Technology Expo 2026,” leading business figures shared a common insight: while AI is gaining momentum, the formula for unlimited branch scaling doesn’t rely solely on digital tools. Instead, it must be driven by three key pillars: […]

A massive landslide and flash flood on the border between Nepal and Tibet yesterday August 26 2026, caused widespread damage and left hundreds dead or missing.  One of the areas that suffered damage was the Gyirong border crossing, a major border checkpoint for tourists and a key thoroughfare between China and Nepal.  In the Jirong […]

The global pet market is continuously expanding due to the “Pet Humanization” trend, where pets are treated like family members. This has resulted in pet food, pet treats, health care products, and lifestyle accessories becoming a high-potential market for Thai businesses, offering increased export opportunities.      The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) assesses […]

Following the formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the United States and Iran on June 17th, analysts point out that although global oil prices have fallen, pressure on crude oil reserves remains severe. Meanwhile, the IEA warns of a potential major oil glut in 2027 as oil from the Middle East re-enters […]

Krungthai COMPASS Research Center estimates that the Middle East conflict is creating cost-push pressure from rising fertilizer and oil prices, inevitably impacting the production costs of the Thai food industry. Four food products are highly affected: bread/baked goods, snacks, instant noodles, and soybean oil. Krungthai COMPASS states that the Middle East conflict and the closure […]

Private sector supports halal businesses as a new engine for driving Thailand’s economy and tourism. They point to high potential, with a global value of $1.36 trillion. They regret that COVID-19 prevented Thailand from falling out of the top 3 halal markets and recommend collaboration with the Islamic Chamber of Commerce to capture the global […]

     Every year before THAIFEX – Anuga Asia, the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) organizes the Norwegian Seafood Seminar. This event provides an opportunity for seafood industry partners from across the region to meet Norwegian exporters, update on trends, exchange perspectives and new ideas, and build relationships amidst a delicious seafood feast. A key takeaway […]

The U.S. Senate, largely controlled by Republican senators, approved a measure requiring President Donald Trump to end the war in Iran or seek congressional approval before taking further military action.  A number of Republican members joined Democrats in a vote of 50 to 48 yesterday (June 23) on a measure that had already been approved […]