Thailand: Compliance

On September 23, 2026, the Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) launched a one-month public consultation period on a proposed notification that would overhaul how antitrust offenses under the Trade Competition Act B.E. 2560 (2017) are settled and penalized.

Thailand has expanded the mandatory use of the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system to cover submissions of procurement appeals to all government agencies subject to the Public Procurement and Supplies Administrative Act B.E. 2560 (2017) (Government Procurement Act).

Thailand's Food and Drug Administration has opened public consultation on proposed Good Manufacturing Practice requirements specifically designed for cultivated meat production. The framework would establish manufacturing controls tailored to animal cell cultivation, addressing facility design, aseptic conditions, cell banking, and bioreactor operations. Companies planning to enter the Thai market will need to navigate both safety assessment procedures and demonstrate manufacturing equivalence to Thailand's

The Bank of Thailand is proposing a comprehensive regulatory overhaul for licensed money changers that would raise licensing standards, require existing operators to undergo mandatory upgrades, and temporarily freeze new applications throughout 2027. The reforms aim to prevent financial crime and enhance public confidence...

Thailand’s Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) is studying potential new regulatory measures for digital platform services that could significantly expand the country’s digital platform governance framework

Thailand has established a new cross-ministerial committee to oversee data center operations nationwide, reflecting the government's policy to elevate the country's digital economy and promote investment in digital infrastructure and AI. The regulation defines data centers broadly and empowers the committee to propose policies, standards, and operational frameworks across multiple regulatory domains including energy use, environmental impact, fire safety, and data sovereignty.

Recycling, upcycling, and refill-packaging models are now widely promoted as ways to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions, and respond to consumer demand for sustainable products.

On July 7, 2026, the Trade Competition Commission of Thailand (TCCT) issued a press release announcing the establishment of two new subcommittees designed to intensify oversight of digital platforms and modern trade...

Pharmaceutical companies seeking to enter the Thai market must navigate a complex regulatory landscape encompassing marketing authorization, pharmacovigilance obligations, and licensing requirements administered by Thailand's Food and Drug Administration. This comprehensive guide examines the registration pathways, review timelines, data protection rules, and post-approval obligations that govern pharmaceutical products in Thailand. Understanding these regulatory frameworks is essential for companies planni