Officials to discuss Fuel fund management
Officials are set to convene this week to address the substantial loss incurred by the Oil Fuel Fund due to oil and gas subsidy programs, although the fund’s financial standing…
THAI and BFS told to step up its ground services to avoid termination
The Minister of Transport, Suriya Jungrungreangkit, addressed concerns raised by various parties regarding subpar ground services, congestion at aircraft bays, and issues with baggage handling systems involving two companies after…
Police warn the public to be aware of any Valentine’s Day scams
Valentine’s Day in Thailand is more than just a day for lovers or a chance for vendors to make money by selling flowers and Valentine’s Day-themed merchandise. Police officials often…
Thaksin due to be released from jail on Sunday due to old age and health issues
Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be released this Sunday, as he is on the latest list of 930 prisoners granted parole, according to Justice Minister Tawee…
Bitcoin price surges to $50,000 since 2021
Bitcoin maintained a position near US$50,000 after briefly surpassing this significant level for the first time in over two years—a striking resurgence from the past crypto controversies and setbacks that…
Government delays the approval of the cannabis ban legistlation
The government has decided to postpone the approval of a proposed bill aimed at prohibiting the recreational usage of cannabis, citing the necessity for further consultations with relevant parties. This…
Bangkok to consider 50 Kph speed limit
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is seeking the cooperation of the police to implement a speed limit of 50 kilometers per hour on 40 roads located in inner Bangkok and…
5 Day holiday declared for Songkran
The cabinet has officially declared Friday, April 12 as a special government holiday, thereby granting a five-day weekend for the upcoming Songkran festival. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin announced this decision,…
Thailand begins taxing foreign income
Departmental Instruction No. Paw 161/2566, issued by the Thai Department of Revenue, introduces significant changes to how personal income tax on foreign-sourced income is collected in Thailand. Effective January 1,…
5 Thai immigration officers jailed for 15 years for extorting money from Chinese tourist
Five immigration police officers were sentenced to 15 years in prison each today, after they were found guilty by the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases of extorting 10…