Thailand’s Q1 GDP Accelerates to 2.8% as Exports Surge, Outpacing ASEAN Peers
Thailand's economy grew by 2.8% in Q1 2026, exceeding expectations due to a 15.5% surge in exports. Despite this, rising energy costs and declining tourism due to Middle East tensions pose significant challenges for the remainder of the year.
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