Thailand Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Flash Floods, and Rough Seas
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for heavy rainfall across Thailand this Saturday, August 16, with risks of flash floods in six provinces and stormy seas in the…
Thai Central Bank Lowers Interest Rate Amid Economic Challenges
Thailand’s central bank has unanimously cut its policy interest rate by 0.25%, from 1.75% to 1.50%, to support vulnerable groups like SMEs and low-income households amid economic challenges. The move…
Thailand and Malaysia Railways Collaborate to Restore Bangkok–Butterworth Route and Enhance Cross-Border Partnership
Thailand’s State Railway (SRT) and Malaysia’s KTMB have agreed to revive the Bangkok–Butterworth train route, enhance cross-border rail services, develop double-track lines, and unify ticketing systems. During the 43rd SRT–KTMB…
Commerce Ministry Reduces Cambodia Border Trade Target by 1%
Thailand-Cambodia bilateral trade totaled 28.72 billion baht in June 2025, a 9.5% decrease from the previous year, mainly due to declining exports like diesel (down 7.4%) and refined petroleum (down…
Thai Users Lead in Asia and Rank Second Worldwide for TikTok Usage, According to We Are Social
Thailand tops Asia and ranks second worldwide in TikTok usage, according to a report by We Are Social. The country also holds the ninth position globally in advertising reach on…
Thai Q2 Profit Reaches 12.13 Billion Baht, Market Capitalization Hits 370 Billion Baht
Thai Airways International (THAI) demonstrated sustained and robust growth in the second quarter of 2025 following its successful re-listing on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). The airline and its…
Boeing 777X nears certification
Photo from the Dubai Airshow 2023 The Boeing 777X, a highly anticipated next-generation widebody aircraft, is on track for commercial launch early next year after resuming test flights in January.…
Regional Competition and Domestic Resilience Shape Thailand’s Tourism in 2025
Thailand’s foreign tourist arrivals dropped 6% in the first seven months of 2025, totaling 19.29 million visitors, with a 4.22% decline in tourism revenue to 895.16 billion baht. Competition from…
Analyzing the Trade-offs in Tariff Structures
The announcement of a 19% reciprocal tariff by the US on Thai goods presents both challenges and opportunities for Thailand’s economy. While this rate aligns with regional averages, it also…
MEA Resumes Overhead Cable Removal on Main Roads
The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has recommenced its initiative to remove overhead cables, starting with a significant cleanup along Ngamwongwan Road. This effort aims to enhance public safety and revitalize…