Thailand should use the global spotlight from hosting the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in October this year to reposition its economic growth model, according to a senior World Bank official. Thai economic growth is expected to slow to 1.8-2% this year, lagging its regional peers. According to World Bank projections, Thailand is growing about 1.8% a year. The World Bank identified three major global trends shaping Thailand's prospects: economic fragmentation, climate change and technological transformation. To drive future growth, the World Bank highlighted five priority sectors with strong potential: advanced and green manufacturing, food and agribusiness, digital services, tourism and wellness, and creative industries.

Source: Bangkok Post February 05, 2026 22:08 UTC