Thai consumer confidence reached a 46 month high
In December, Thai consumer confidence reached its highest level in 46 months, as reported in a survey conducted by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC). The increase…
Chadchart defends city zoning plan
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has come forward to defend the fourth revision of City Hall’s plan for the city, which has faced criticism from the public for being “pro-developer”. In…
Tax Authority to release personal tax income data
The Thai tax authority has collected over 395 billion baht (approximately US$11 billion) in personal income taxes, in addition to revenue from value-added tax and corporate taxes. The report also…
3.2% GDP growth deemed unrealistic
Warning signs of a potential financial crisis in Thailand have been highlighted in this article. While the previous crisis in 1997 was caused by bank failures, this time it is…
Draft bill on cannabis control not finished
The drafting of the cannabis and hemp control bill is still underway and has not yet been forwarded to the cabinet for approval, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew.…
Thailand aims to build 200,000 jobs in the EEC
On January 2024, the Thai government granted approval for the creation of the EEC Business Center and Livable Smart City, a special economic zone in the eastern region of Thailand.…
Chinese tourists top list for arrivals into Thailand in first week of the new year
Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol said on Tuesday that Thailand welcomed a total of 605,537 foreign tourists from January 1 to 7. However, this number was 23.32% or 184,106…
Gangsters crash live television broadcast in Ecuador
Masked gunmen have broken into a live television studio in Ecuador and threatened terrified staff. Employees were forced on to the floor during the broadcast by the public television channel…
Thai Airways resumes Perth servcies
Thai Airways (TG) will resume its nonstop route between Bangkok and Perth after a four-year break caused by the pandemic. The airline will operate flights on March 31, with the…
EVA air firms orders for 18 A350-1000 and 15 A321NEO
Taiwan’s EVA Air has finalized an order for 18 Airbus A350-1000s and 15 A321neo aircraft. The A350-1000 will be used for long-haul flights and offers fuel efficiency and passenger comfort,…