Meters Won’t Solve Taxi Problems
Bangkok’s taxi industry has long been riddled with issues, and despite numerous government efforts over the years to address them, significant improvements remain elusive. The latest initiative, the introduction of…
Increasing Aviation Charges Could Impact Tourism Growth
Rising aviation service fees in Thailand—including airport charges and the proposed 300-baht tourism tax—may threaten the recovery of tourism, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Sheldon Hee, IATA’s…
808 Festival Thailand
Get ready for the ultimate drop! 808 Festival is back — louder, bolder, and wilder than ever. Join the crowd, feel the bass, and lose yourself in the sound. This…
Thailand Seeks to Raise Pension Age to 65 Amid Growing Concerns
Photo Credit: Daily Express Thailand’s debate over raising the retirement age from 60 to 65 highlights demographic challenges. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has floated the idea, though it’s still under…
Thai rice prices fall to their lowest level in 18 years
Photo Credit: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill Thai rice export prices have continued their decline for the fifth consecutive week, reaching an 18-year low, amid sluggish demand and difficulty in securing major deals…
Board of Investment Introduces FastPass to Accelerate Approval Process
The Board of Investment (BoI) has introduced “Thailand FastPass,” a new initiative designed to accelerate the approval process for multi-billion-baht investment projects, aligning with the government’s “Quick Big Win” strategy.…
Thai Tax Authorities Target Influencers and Online Sellers
Photo Credit: Audiense The Revenue Department has reiterated that all individuals earning income—regardless of the source, including online sales or influencer activities—are legally required to file and pay income tax.…
Government Accelerates Efforts to Combat Kidney Disease
Photo Credit: Bangkok Post Public Health Minister Pattana Promphat has launched a campaign to provide free dialysis treatment and highlighted the importance of public education and lifestyle modifications to prevent…
Banks’ Interest Income from Listed Institutions Expected to Decline
Photo Credit: Shutterstock Listed banks’ net interest income (NII) is projected to decrease substantially in the third quarter of 2025, mainly due to the Bank of Thailand’s cumulative policy rate…
IMF Maintains Thailand’s 2% GDP Growth Forecast Amid Global Debt and AI Bubble Concerns
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reaffirmed Thailand’s GDP growth forecast at 2% for 2025 and 1.6% for 2026, consistent with previous projections from July and aligned with the latest…