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The Evolution of Taxation in Thailand’s E-commerce

IN BRIEF Since 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped traditional retail, pushing consumers toward online platforms during global lockdowns and fueling an E-commerce boom.
17 January 2025
Data

The Rise of Data Centers: Why Thailand is Becoming a Hotspot for Colocation Services

In today’s digital era, Data Centers are the backbone of our technology-driven world.
15 January 2025

"Unlocking Opportunities in Senior and Dependent Care Businesses"

According to Thailand's National Statistical Office, the country officially entered the status of an "aged society" in 2024.
16 December 2024

New Draft Bill for Cannabis and Hemp of Thailand

Since 9 June 2022, cannabis and hemp are no longer classified as narcotics under the Narcotics Code,
03 December 2024

Thailand has started Issuing Local Trademark Certificates for International Registrations (IR) Designating Thailand

Since Thailand joined the Madrid Protocol in 2017, the process for international trademark registrations (IR) has become more streamlined.
28 October 2024

New Regulations and Potential Laws on Foreign Income Tax in Thailand

Recent developments in Thailand’s tax laws signal a shift in how foreign income will be taxed for individuals residing in the country.
25 November 2024

Myanmar’s Patent Law 2019 came into Force on 31st May 2024

On 1st June 2024, the State Administration Council (SAC) issued the notification no. 106/2024, setting the effective date for Myanmar’s Patent Law 2019,
19 June 2024
Intellectual Property

Exemption of Surcharge for Trademark Renewal and Patent Annual Fee for the year 2022

On 24 January 2022, Cabinet has approved Draft Ministerial Regulations in relation to the exemption of official surcharge fee of trademark and patent which the owner/holder will have to pay additional charges in case the trademark registration is not renewed and patent annual fee is not paid within the time stipulated by law. This aims to reduce the burden and to relieve the suffering economic effect caused by COVID-19.
27 January 2022
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