Thailand's new prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, must deliver on his promises to revive the economy, support small businesses, and address inequality after the country reported slower-than-expected economic growth and faces challenges such as a slowdown in China, high household debt, and rising interest rates.
Real estate developer Srettha Thavisin becomes Thailand's next Prime Minister after the Pheu Thai party's victory in the controversial election, with previous involvement in the country's digital asset sector through his role as CEO of real estate developer Sansiri.
Thailand's new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin visits Phuket to emphasize plans to boost tourism and revive the economy after a decline in exports due to weak global demand, with the goal of attracting 29 million foreign visitors this year.
Thailand's new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, a real estate tycoon, has been named finance minister in a cabinet endorsed by the king, with the aim of boosting the country's economy and implementing campaign promises such as a 10,000 baht ($285.63) handout in digital currency.
Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin holds meetings with U.S. companies and discusses investment opportunities to revive the country's economy, focusing on sectors such as technology and cosmetics.
The appointment of new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin in Thailand is expected to boost investor confidence in the short term, but experts warn that the long-term economic recovery will be challenging.