BOT keeps policy interest rate at 2.5%
The Monetary Policy Committee in Thailand has decided to keep the policy rate at 2.50 percent. They considered the current economic recovery and its impact on inflation and financial stability.…
FTA (Free Trade Agreement) talks with the EU gets reboot
Thailand is preparing to resume Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Union (EU) after they were halted in 2014 due to a coup. The talks are expected to…
A short history of Thai food
You probably know and love Thai food for its diversity of vibrant, exciting flavours. From its searing heat, to its addictive sourness and saltiness; exciting sweet treats, its comforting noodle…
Motor Expo 2023 at Impact Challenger
The Motor expo 2023 is an annual event taking place always at the Impact Challenger hall. This year takes place from November 30th to December 11th. For more information go…
Pink line now on trial phase
The MRT Pink Line, now in its trial phase and set to officially launch on December 18, 2023, offers a convenient transportation option in Bangkok. With 30 stations connecting Nonthaburi…
Bangkok will tighten rules for diesel vehicles
On December 1, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt announced stricter exhaust standards for diesel vehicles to combat PM2.5 microdust particles. Following a meeting with the Energy Ministry, measures include more frequent…
Thailand to celebrate as Songkran included in UNESCO’s list of the world’s intangible cultural heritage
The Cultural Promotion Department on Thursday confirmed that Thailand’s traditional new year, known as the Songkran Festival, which has been on UNESCO’s shortlist since January, will be officially named a…
Korean Air to operate seasonal flights to Don-Mueang airport
Korean Air will offer seasonal flights from Incheon Airport in Seoul, South Korea, to Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok from January 3 to February 24, 2024. The flights aim to…
Thailand and Hong Kong to start cross-border QR payment linkage
Residents of Hong Kong can now use their digital wallets to make payments in Thailand through a cross-border QR payment linkage between Hong Kong’s Faster Payment System (FPS) and Thailand’s…
Lufthansa flight from Munich to Bangkok diverted due to man yelling at wife
A Lufthansa flight heading to Bangkok had to be diverted to Delhi due to a couple having a fight onboard. The couple was taken off the plane in Delhi, while…