Trump Praises Thailand-Cambodia Peace Agreement
President Donald Trump presided over the signing of an agreement between Thailand and Cambodia aimed at resolving their border dispute, advancing a ceasefire he played a role in brokering. This…
Thai Amateur Clinches Victory, Secures Places in Masters and Open Championship
Pongsapak “Fifa” Laopakdee overcame a six-shot deficit to achieve the biggest victory of his career, shooting a 4-under-par 68 and defeating 16-year-old Taisei Nagasaki of Japan on the third playoff…
CPN Launches Krabi Project
Central Pattana Plc (CPN) inaugurated Central Krabi on Friday, marking the province’s first mixed-use development and the sixth in southern Thailand, with a total investment of 4.5 billion baht. Spanning…
Thai Listed Banks’ Profits Increase by 12% in Q3
SET-listed banks experienced a 12% year-on-year increase in profits in the third quarter of this year. This growth was driven by higher fee-based income, even though interest income declined and…
Thailand Desires to Establish a Railway Connection with China
Thailand’s long-term Bangkok-Nong Khai high-speed rail project continues with mixed public feelings amid delays. The project, Thailand’s first high-speed line, began over a decade ago, with progress at around 48.6%…
Migrant Worker Numbers Increase by 23%
Photo Credit: The ASEAN Magazine The population of migrant workers in Thailand is on the rise, with a 23% increase attributed to the border dispute with Cambodia prompting more foreign…
SEC Strengthens Regulations on Margin Loans
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has implemented new regulations aimed at reducing systemic risks associated with margin loan activities. These rules prohibit securities firms and derivatives operators from extending…
Tesla profits decline amid rising costs and tariff pressures
Tesla reported a significant decline in profits on Wednesday, attributing the downturn to tariffs and other rising expenses that more than offset the growth from increased vehicle sales. In the…
Bank of Thailand forecasts that stimulus measures will boost GDP growth in the fourth quarter
The Bank of Thailand anticipates that the “Khon La Khrueng Plus” co-payment scheme will significantly contribute to GDP growth in the final quarter of this year. The central bank forecasts…
Government considers relaxing zoning regulations
Photo Credit: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill The government is reconsidering plans to eliminate zoning restrictions for entertainment venues and to relax the ban on alcohol sales between 2-5pm, aiming to curb illegal…