IMF Warns of Global Recession Risks: Thailand’s GDP Growth Forecast Drops to 1.5%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has significantly lowered its outlook for the Thai economy, projecting an IMF Thailand GDP growth forecast of just 1.5% for 2026. This figure marks the slowest growth rate among all nations in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), sparking concerns over the kingdom’s long-term economic resilience in an increasingly … Read more

Monkeypox Alert: Confirmed Case in Thai Prison, Outbreak Measures Implemented

Berlin, Germany – February 21, 2026 – Authorities in Thailand are responding to a confirmed case of suspected mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) within the country’s prison system. The case, detected at the Thonburi Special Correctional Institution in Bangkok, has prompted a swift response from the Department of Corrections, in collaboration with the Ministry of … Read more