Stricter Regulations on Cannabis to Be Implemented
The Public Health Ministry is set to introduce a new ministerial regulation aimed at enhancing the control over the production, import, export, sale, and possession of cannabis and hemp extracts.…
Finance Ministry Advocates for Weaker Baht and Seeks Rate Cut in 2024
The Ministry of Finance has intensified its calls for the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to lower interest rates in order to stimulate the economy and weaken the baht, following a…
BOI Grants Approval for $400 Million Investment by Tyre Manufacturer Continental
On Wednesday, the Board of Investment (BOI) announced its approval of a $400 million investment from tyre manufacturer Continental to expand its current operations in Thailand, the second-largest tyre producer…
Experts Call for Stability at the Bank of Thailand
Economists and prominent business leaders are urging the new chairman of the Bank of Thailand (BoT) to prioritize financial system stability and navigate the nation’s economic challenges effectively. This call…
Safety Inspections for Buses and Dining Cruises
Photo: Chakkrapan Natanri On Tuesday, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra ordered the suspension of services for 13,426 gas-powered passenger buses pending safety inspections, following a tragic school bus fire last week.…
Viktor Bout Allegedly Attempting to Sell Weapons to Houthis
According to Western officials, Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout is attempting to negotiate a deal with Houthi militants in Yemen. The discussions between Bout and the Iran-backed group have been…
Toxic Smog Makes a Comeback in Greater Bangkok
Several areas in Bangkok and neighboring provinces were enveloped in hazardous levels of smog on Tuesday, caused by stagnant air trapping pollution. The Pollution Control Department reported that levels of…
Mandated Overhaul of Laws Aimed at Enhancing Road Safety
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has instructed authorities to accelerate the amendment of outdated laws to enhance road safety. During her opening remarks at a road safety meeting on Monday, the…
Amazing Thailand makes its return.
The government has inaugurated the “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism Year 2025” initiative in collaboration with six leading global tourism companies to attract more visitors and meet its ambitious targets. During…
Government Aims for Increased Inflation Target to Allow for Interest Rate Cuts
Thailand’s Finance Ministry is planning to propose an increased inflation target of 1.5%-3.5% for the upcoming year, which could intensify pressure on the central bank to lower its key interest…