IEAT chief eyes strategic rebootListen to this articleYuthasak: Reform is neededThe next government is urged to reform investment strategy and streamline working processes to lift economic growth, including attracting high-value sectors such as wellness tourism, high-tech industry and green infrastructure. Tourism recorded a decline in arrivals, while domestic consumption remained fragile and the export sector was pressured by global economic uncertainty. The global FDI trend shifted towards high-quality sectors such as high-tech industry, digital economy, artificial intelligence and clean energy, said Mr Yuthasak. Mr Yuthasak said Thailand needs mechanisms that help absorb technology, knowledge and production standards from overseas, along with strengthening domestic innovation to build up commercial purposes. "Thailand's economy is not yet at a dead end, but this is a crucial moment to reset the country," said Mr Yuthasak.

Source: Bangkok Post January 13, 2026 22:36 UTC