Phatthalung Airport Site Chosen in Southern Thailand
A 1,496-rai plot of land near Songkhla Lake in Phatthalung has been chosen as the location for a new airport in this southern province. Supporters believe it will serve as…
New Thai Government Re-engages in Dispute with Central Bank
Thailand’s new government has reignited discussions regarding the central bank’s borrowing costs, as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s commerce chief urges policymakers to take action to stimulate the nation’s economy, the…
Progress Being Made on Samyan Smart City
The Samyan Smart City project in central Bangkok is making significant strides in smart energy development, with the latest initiative involving the relocation of overhead power and communication cables underground,…
Ministries Seek Concessions for Bangkok Train Lines
The Finance Ministry and the Transport Ministry have initiated discussions about acquiring concessions for seven electric train lines, estimated to be worth around 500 billion baht, with the aim of…
Sweden to Provide Migrants with $34,000 Incentive to Return Home
Sweden, traditionally recognized for its welcoming approach towards migrants, has announced plans to significantly increase its cash incentive for those willing to return to their home countries. The right-wing government…
Developer Advocates for Diverse Mortgage Options
The government is being urged to introduce 20-year fixed-rate mortgages to assist low-income individuals in securing loans, helping to overcome a significant hurdle for many Thais aspiring to homeownership. Kessara…
US-China Trade War Seen as ‘Net Benefit’ for Neutral Thailand
In a recent government policy statement, Mr. Pichai highlighted that the new administration stands to benefit from the ongoing trade war between the United States and China, both of which…
Bank of Thailand chief says local focus key to growth
According to the chief of the Bank of Thailand, the long-term sustainability of Thailand’s economic growth will depend heavily on domestic resilience and the strength of the local economy, particularly…
Gold Prices Reach New All-Time High
Gold prices climbed over 1% to set a new record high on Thursday, buoyed by expectations of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week, following US data…
Flights resume at Chiang Rai Airport
Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport is scheduled to operate four inbound and four outbound flights on Friday. However, passengers are urged to allow up to five hours to…