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The Bhumjaithai Party is considering reviving the Half-Half Co-Payment scheme to quickly stimulate Thailand’s economy. Favored for its practicality and low budget needs, the scheme boosts consumer spending and public support. Using existing infrastructure, rollout could begin within a month, targeting urgent economic challenges over political gains.
US President Donald Trump urged the EU to impose tariffs of up to 100% on China and India, linking it to pressure on Russia. Analysts call it economic coercion, warning Europe’s economy could suffer. Experts say this deepens transatlantic rifts and challenges EU’s strategic autonomy.
Australia will invest $1.1 billion to develop and produce the long-range autonomous “Ghost Shark” vehicle, Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announced. The move strengthens Australia’s naval capabilities, focusing on advanced defense technology to enhance maritime security and readiness amid evolving regional security challenges.
Krungsri Securities remains bullish on Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), citing innovative growth strategies and robust network expansion. With increasing healthcare demand, BDMS’s focus on medical excellence, technology integration, and regional reach positions it strongly for long-term growth, reinforcing investor confidence in Thailand’s leading hospital operator.
Central Marketing Group (CMG) has become the exclusive distributor of Aveda in Thailand, strengthening its premium beauty portfolio. The move brings Aveda’s plant-powered haircare and sustainable beauty solutions to Thai consumers, reinforcing CMG’s leadership in lifestyle and wellness retail while meeting rising demand for eco-conscious products.
