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Thailand's cabinet has approved a draft ministerial regulation that would fundamentally transform how old-age pension and gratuity benefits are calculated under the Social Security Fund. The reform introduces a career average revalued earnings model to replace the current 60-month average salary calculation, affecting both current recipients and future beneficiaries. The regulation includes transitional protections and expanded gratuity entitlements, with implementation expected within eight to ten months f

The Thai parliament has passed the so-called Work from Home Bill—formally known as Labour Protection Act (No. 8) B.E. 2566 (2023)—which amends the country's Labour Protection Act (LPA)...

Thai labor law does not expressly recognize time off in lieu (TOIL) as a substitute for statutory overtime compensation, creating potential legal risks for multinational employers operating in Thailand. Understanding the statutory requirements for overtime, holiday, and holiday overtime pay is essential for compliance, as employee consent alone may not prevent claims for unpaid compensation even when compensatory leave has been granted.

The application period for very small power producers aiming to participate in the community power plant project is fast drawing to a close, with the deadline set for February 4, 2021.

On November 17, 2025, Thailand's Ministry of Interior introduced significant regulatory changes to make rooftop solar adoption easier and more cost-effective for property owners.

Thailand's Ministry of Industry (MOI) has issued a notification adopting the polluter-pays principle for generators of industrial waste in factories.

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has published the Draft Guidelines for Digital Fraud Management, which aim to help financial service providers tackle digital fraud and ensure safety and trust in the Thai financial system.

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) and the Fiscal Policy Office have drafted a royal decree that will regulate the hire purchase and leasing of cars and motorcycles under the Financial Institution Business Act B.E. 2551 (2008).

After several years of policy discussion and continued efforts led by the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) to relax the list of reserved businesses under the Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542 (1999) (FBA)...

Certain securities, derivatives, and treasury activities in Thailand were opened to foreign investors when Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce published two new ministerial regulations in the Government Gazette on August 28, 2026. The regulations significantly broaden the service activities that foreign-owned businesses may conduct without a license or certificate under the Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542, as amended (FBA).

On November 13, 2025, Thailand's Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee (ABCC) approved a draft announcement to lift the ban on the afternoon sale of alcohol for 180 days...

In May 2023, Thailand issued a regulation on conditional approval for emergency use of medicinal products...

On May 14, 2026, Thailand published a ministerial regulation in the Government Gazette to prescribe measures for prevention and suppression of technology crimes.

Thailand has expanded the circumstances under which state agencies may bypass competitive bidding procedures to address urgent security challenges.

On February 4, 2025, Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI) issued Announcement No. Por. 3/2568, introducing updated qualifications, criteria, and conditions for long-term resident (LTR) visas.

COVID-19 and the resulting lockdown measures to limit outbreaks in Thailand have caused significant financial difficulties for many business operators, large and small.

It is strongly recommended that entities which are considering entering the Thai cannabis market file applications to protect their marks and patents in Thailand as soon as possible.