Thai Chamber: Q4/2025 GDP Grew 2.5%, Supports Economic Policies

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The Thai Chamber of Commerce reports a 2.5% GDP growth in Q4/2025, attributing it to effective government policies and signaling optimism for continued economic expansion in 2026.

•The Thai economy grew by 2.5% in Q4/2025, surpassing initial forecasts.
•Overall GDP for 2025 reached approximately 2.4%, exceeding the 2.0-2.2% projection.
•Government economic stimulus measures, including 'Kon La Krueng Plus' and BOI investment, contributed significantly.
•The Thai Chamber of Commerce emphasizes the need for continuous dialogue with the government for strategic direction and policy adjustments.

Overview

•Thailand's GDP grew by 2.5% in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year.
•The Thai economy grew by 1.9% in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, seasonally adjusted.
•The overall economic growth for the year 2025 was approximately 2.4%, exceeding the initial forecast of 2.0-2.2%.
•Economic policies under Deputy Prime Minister for Economy and Finance Minister Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas are credited for the stimulus measures.
•Key measures implemented in Q4/2025 included the 'Kon La Krueng Plus' project, BOI investment acceleration, and budget disbursement.
•Minister of Commerce Supachai Suthaphand played a role in trade negotiations with the US and market expansion with China.
•Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Poom-Kachorn addressed border conflicts and promoted proactive economic diplomacy.
•The Thai Chamber of Commerce proposes weekly meetings with the Economic Cabinet and the private sector to set strategic direction and expedite policy decisions.

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Key Entities

Organization

Thai Chamber of Commerce(หอการค้าไทย)ℹ️

An organization that provides analysis and recommendations on Thailand's GDP growth and economic policies.

NESDC (Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council)(สภาพัฒน์ฯ (สศช.))ℹ️

The government agency that reported the GDP figures for Thailand.

Board of Investment(BOI)ℹ️

An organization involved in accelerating investment and in planning to support SME and export competitiveness.

Person

Dr. Poj Aramwatananan(ดร.พจน์ อร่ามวัฒนานนท์)

Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, who commented on the GDP figures.

Anutin(ท่านอนุทิน)

A government leader under whose administration the economic policies are being managed.

Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas(ดร.เอกนิติ นิติทัณฑ์ประภาศ)

Deputy Prime Minister for Economy and Finance Minister, who is overseeing economic policy and stimulus measures.

Supa Juthasompattanakul(ท่านศุภจี สุธรรมพันธุ์)

Minister of Commerce who supported trade negotiations with the US and market expansion with China.

Sihasak Poom-Kachorn(ท่านสีหศักดิ์ พวงเกตุแก้ว)

Minister of Foreign Affairs who addressed border conflicts and promoted proactive economic diplomacy.

Law

Kon La Krueng Plus Project(โครงงการ “คนละครึ่งพลัส”)

An economic stimulus measure implemented in Q4/2025.