MIT Sloan Set to Launch Regional Office in Bangkok Next Month
The MIT Sloan School of Management is set to open its office for Southeast Asian nations in Bangkok next month, marking the business school’s second international office outside the United…
Baht Declines Amidst China’s Economic Struggles
The baht led a drop among Asian currencies against the dollar on Monday, influenced by a struggling Chinese economy. Analysts suggest that the baht may continue to depreciate in the…
Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Bill Expected to Pass
The budget bill for the 2025 fiscal year is anticipated to progress smoothly through its second and third readings, according to Chief Government Whip Wisut Chainarun. The House of Representatives…
Stock Exchange of Thailand Seeks to Restore Investor Confidence
The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is working to rebuild investor confidence by focusing on enhancing credibility, market capability, and sustainability, as discussed during a recent forum with over 100…
Public Hearings Begin on Proposals for Bridge to Koh Chang
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) has commenced public hearings on four proposed routes for a bridge connecting the mainland to Trat’s popular Koh Chang island. Exat’s deputy governor, Katpachon…
Power Stocks Gain from Strengthening Baht
Power generation companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) are reaping the benefits of a strong baht, according to Yuanta Securities Thailand, which notes that retail, communications, and…
Concentrating on Food Prices Affected by Flooding
The Commerce Ministry is closely monitoring the price fluctuations of agricultural products as floods continue to impact several provinces in Thailand. Wattanasak Sur-iam, the director-general of the Internal Trade Department,…
Bracing for the Worst
Severe flooding in northern Thailand has raised concerns about potential similar damage in the central plains, the core of the nation’s economy, as experts warn of further flooding possibilities in…
Thai Government Aims to Avert Collapse of Social Security Fund
Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn announced on Sunday his commitment to investigate measures to avert a potential collapse of the Social Security Fund (SSF) within the next decade due to inadequate…
Phumtham Emphasizes the Ongoing Need for Digital Handouts
The newly formed coalition government is set to begin implementing its policies, including the digital money handout scheme, in two weeks, according to caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, who…