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Cabinet approves tax hike on imported EVs to 35% from 2027
FDI in Thailand surges by over 40% in 2025
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AI In-brief10 Sept 18:14
FDI in Thailand surges by over 40% in 2025
Thailand experienced a significant 42% year-on-year surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, reaching over 324 billion baht.
Singapore emerged as the top investor by value, contributing over 103 billion baht, while Japan led in the total number of investor applicants.
The substantial FDI influx generated nearly 6,650 new jobs, a 32% increase, underscoring growing foreign investor confidence in Thailand's economy as a key regional hub.
AI In-briefToday 15:18
Cabinet approves tax hike on imported EVs to 35% from 2027
The Cabinet approved raising excise tax on imported electric vehicles (BEVs and REEVs) to 35%, effective January 1, 2027, from current rates of 10-15%.
This tax hike aims to protect Thailand's local automotive manufacturing, safeguard jobs, and encourage new investments by offering tax incentive packages for companies establishing or expanding production facilities within the country.