Destinations of Riyadh Air and Beverage Policy
Saudi Arabia’s upcoming flag carrier Riyadh Air is set to launch in the middle of 2025, marking a significant entry into the airline industry and potentially reshaping the landscape. Heading…
Samui anticipates growth during high season
Tourism operators in Samui are anticipating growth as the high season approaches in the Gulf of Thailand, with a focus on European visitors. They are advocating for extended operating hours…
Decrease of 0.4% in fuel consumption
Thailand saw a 0.4% year-on-year decrease in total fuel consumption to 157.1 million liters per day between January and May. This dip was linked to higher energy costs and the…
Graffiti artist at Grand Palace sentenced to 8 months
A man named Suttawee “Bang-urn” Soikham, aged 26, has been sentenced to eight months in jail without suspension for vandalizing the wall of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha last…
Bank of Thailand Sees No Need for Interest Rate Cuts Amid Slow Economic Recovery
Thailand’s economic rebound is gradual and has not yet reached its full potential, but according to Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, there is presently no requirement to lower interest…
Bangkok-Vientiane train services to begin July 19
The State Railway of Thailand has announced the commencement of a new international train service linking Bangkok and Vientiane in Laos, scheduled to begin operations on July 19. This new…
Expansion Plans at Bluport Hua Hin Resort Mall Include New Convention Hall and Museum
Hua Hin Asset, the firm behind the management of Bluport Hua Hin Resort Mall, is introducing a 3,000-square-meter convention hall to entice a fresh wave of visitors and tenants, with…
Thailand Receives Advice to Integrate Transport Modes for Aviation Hub Ambitions by 2030
Alton Aviation Consultancy has suggested that for Thailand to solidify its position as an aviation hub by 2030, the nation needs to promote more extensive domestic travel and foster the…
Vendors Enroll in Digital Wallet Program
The Ministry of Commerce reports that approximately 1.6 million vendors are poised to enroll in the digital wallet program, aiming to invigorate the economy, boost store revenues, and lower living…
Increased Focus on Trade Discussions Expected in the Second Half of the Year
The Trade Negotiations Department has outlined its plan for the latter half of 2024, with a focus on concluding negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Free…