Foreign Investment in Thailand Exceeds 1.87 Trillion Baht in First Half

Foreign direct investment in Thailand has shown significant growth in the first half of 2026. According to the Board of Investment (BOI), 640 investment projects were approved during this period, totaling 187 billion baht (approximately 650 billion yen). This investment amount suggests that the Thai economy is on a recovery track post-pandemic and that the country remains an attractive destination for foreign companies. Investments in growth sectors such as special economic zones, the digital economy, and renewable energy, actively promoted by the Thai government, are thought to be driving these figures. The BOI's continued efforts in deregulation and incentive provision for investment attraction are seen as a key factor boosting foreign companies' willingness to invest in Thailand. Further inflow of investment is expected to support Thailand's sustained economic growth and enhance its international competitiveness. Source: MGR Online (Business)