Economy
Regulatory Crackdown on Loopholes Could Widen Amid Public Backlash
Activists gathered at the Israeli embassy to denounce foreign enterprises accused of exploitation and statutory violations. (Photo by Kenya Akama)
KENYA AKAMA and YUIYA SHIBATA
October 4, 2026 17:51 JST
BANGKOK — Demonstrations are swelling across Thailand, directed at firms from China, Israel and other nations for allegedly evading ownership regulations. The unrest reflects a significant departure from the country’s historically open posture toward foreign investment, driven by slowing economic growth.
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