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Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has announced the launch of a new mandatory online platform, the e-Work Permit System, for all work permit applications and foreign worker registrations. The system will become effective on October 13, 2025, marking a major step toward full digitalization of Thailand’s work permit process. Mandatory Online Filing Starting October 13, 2025,… Read more
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Thailand will establish a 50-member special task force in October 2025 to address the expected surge in certificates of origin required under new U.S. trade rules. The initiative comes as U.S. authorities step up scrutiny of Southeast Asian exports, particularly to prevent transshipment—including the re-routing of Chinese sourced goods through third countries without adding value… Read more
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Generative Artificial Intelligence, commonly referred to as “Generative AI,” has ushered in a new era of technological advancement, enabling organizations to enhance employee productivity and rapidly generate vast amounts of information. One prominent application of Generative AI in the corporate world is the “Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer,” or ‘ChatGPT.’ ChatGPT responds to text prompts in… Read more
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With intensified scrutiny by Thai authorities, businesses relying on nominee shareholder arrangements face heightened legal risks. The government has reinforced its commitment to enforcement, conducting ongoing inspections, investigations, and even arrests in cases where nominee structures are suspected. Given these developments, foreign investors must review their business setups to ensure full compliance with Thai regulations.… Read more
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We need to face it: While often seen as a bureaucratic burden and cost factor that many would prefer to avoid, personal data protection remains a global hot topic, with growing attention from governments worldwide. As European companies expand their operations into Thailand, understanding the country’s data privacy regulations is crucial for ensuring compliance with… Read more
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The shift toward online shareholder meetings in Thailand was initially driven by the COVID-19 pandemic as a necessary response to public health concerns. However, in the years since, virtual meetings have become a widely accepted and efficient method for corporate governance. Today, online shareholder meetings are considered standard practice, providing flexibility and accessibility for shareholders… Read more