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An analysis of Thailand’s strategic location at the heart of Southeast Asia, and how this makes it an ideal hub for regional and global trade and investment.

In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), earn-outs have emerged as a strategic pricing mechanism that can greatly impact the success of a transaction. Earn-outs introduce a contingent element to the final purchase price, allowing buyers and sellers to align their interests and bridge valuation gaps, particularly in deals involving privately-held companies or…

Thailand is a popular travel destination for many international tourists, but for those who own a boat, it’s important to understand the laws and regulations for obtaining the appropriate license in the country. This article will cover the legal requirements and procedures for obtaining a boating license in Thailand based on our experience.  Requirements:  To…

When you are entering Thailand’s territorial waters, based on our experience, you must comply with the instructions as follows:  Find a parking space for your boat  You can choose between a public (government-owned) or a private port.  Tha Chalong is a public port in Phuket, usually free of charge. However, there are very few parking…

Learn about the “Shop Dee Mee Kuen” program for 2023 tax deductions in Thailand. Discover how this initiative can help you reduce your expenses and support local businesses.

The season for filing personal income taxes in Thailand has now arrived. Thai taxpayers have the right to report their income to the Revenue Department from 1 January to 10 April 2023. It is useful to know how much money you made in Thailand between January 1 and December 31, 2022.  Are you a tax…

Many marriages end in divorce, however, in our experience the couples often do succeed in settling their matters reasonably and without a legal dispute. Such an unconsented divorce, also called administrative divorce, is conducted through mutual statements of consent by the spouses at the local district office. It is relatively easy to register and formalize…

Under Thai law, any person or company who engages in recruitment business must obtain a recruitment license from the registrar following the regulations prescribed in the Employment Arrangement and Jobseeker Protection Act B.E. 2528 (1985). Please see the following general information on the legalities of a Recruitment License: Nathathai PichaisawadConnect with me on LinkedIn Nathathai…

In the wake of shared global challenges, tourism and green growth is the way forward for Thailand’s sustainable economy. Specifically, a relevant government panel has set up a plan to develop the country as an international hub and targeted Thailand as the world’s foremost destination for the medical industry and wellness tourism. Still, a dream…