Since the military took power in 2014 following a wave of anti-government protests, the new government has sought to bolster trade ties and soothe the worries of investors.

The West may have taken a dim view on the 2014 coup, but China has been less judgmental about Thailand's domestic policy and the two countries have grown closer over the past couple of years.The West may have taken a dim view on the 2014 coup, but China has been less judgmental about Thailand's domestic policy and the two countries have grown closer over the past couple of years.

Under the leadership of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Chairperson of the Chaipattana Foundation, Thailand's monarch has carried out decades of development work with the motto, “Keep It Simple.”

Despite initially opting-out of the 12-nation partnership, the Kingdom of Thailand's membership to the TPP could in fact be on the horizon.

TBY talks to Don Pramudwinai, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, on what the AEC will mean for Thailand, diversifying trade, and expectations for the year ahead.

TBY talks to HE Le Luong Minh, Secretary-General of ASEAN, on the advantages of the establishment of the AEC, the economic opportunities available to member states, and boosting member states' infrastructure capabilities.

TBY talks to Kyaw Win, Union Minister of Planning and Finance of Myanmar, on the Myanmar Investment Commission and potential for trade and investment relations between Myanmar and Thailand.

TBY talks to Somkiat Tangkitvanich, President of Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) Foundation, on the economy sector.

Thailand has much to offer all types of industry; with its central location in Southeast Asia and an ample domestic workforce, more and more industries are opening up in the country.

Chambers highlight the increasingly important role trade will play in generating GDP growth.

Thailand is looking to expand its trade relations with its neighbors and beyond in an effort to boost its economy and international standing, with the AEC being the main thrust of its efforts.

In light of international adversities for the banking sector, Thailand is working to reshape its economy and the sector to attain sustainable growth.

TBY talks to Chartsiri Sophonpanich, President of Bangkok Bank, on the bank's extensive global network, opportunities in Myanmar, and his vision for the future of the bank.

TBY talks to Kobsak Duangdee, Secretary General of the Thai Bankers' Association (TBA), on digitalizing the bank sector, simplifying banking in the ASEAN region, and expectations for the sector.

A systematic program of innovation and education backed by law has seen SET evolve into a cutting-edge exchange and regional powerhouse.

TBY talks to Rapee Sucharitakul, Secretary-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), on the SEC's establishment, Thai capital markets, and the AEC.

Thailand's insurance industry is working to bolster its outlook after a few challenging years, while simultaneously continuing to offer high-quality coverage to Thai citizens.

TBY talks to Chai Sophonpanich, Chairman of Bangkok Insurance, on diversification, the opening of the AEC, and the future of the sector.

Thailand, with its prime location at the center of the ASEAN Economic Community, is a must-be location for any company looking to do business in the region.