March 18, 2025

EXAT Achieves Swift Progress in Dao Khanong Checkpoint Area Recovery

Bangkok: The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has made significant headway in recovering the area in front of the Dao Khanong checkpoint, achieving progress of more than 95% and surpassing the initial timeline. According to Thai News Agency, EXAT, under the Ministry of Transport, reported that as of March 18, 2025, the debris removal process has reached 95% completion. This

SCB EIC Maintains 2025 GDP Forecast at 2.4% Amidst Rising Challenges from Trump 2.0 Policies

Bangkok: SCB EIC has retained its 2025 GDP forecast for Thailand at 2.4%, citing potential risks stemming from the economic policies under President Trump’s second term. The policies are anticipated to exacerbate existing economic challenges and debt issues in Thailand. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) might cut interest rates twice, potentially ending at 1.5%. Additionally, the proposal by former Prime

ITD Clarifies Rama 2 Expressway Incident to Stock Exchange of Thailand

Bangkok: ITD explains to the Stock Exchange of Thailand about the incident on the Rama 2 Expressway, ready to take care of the injured and deceased workers, and expedite the area clearance to be completed within 7 days. According to Thai News Agency, the incident involved the collapse of a temporary scaffolding structure during the construction of the expressway project

Thai Stock Exchange Sees Morning Gains as Index Rises 8.12 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning up 8.12 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the morning session at 1,178.32 points, marking an increase of 8.12 points (+0.69%), with a trading value of approximately 18,673 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning trading saw the index adjust upwards, reaching a high of 1,181.31 points and a low of

Cabinet Approves 2,838 Million Baht to Support Student Loan Fund

Bangkok: The Cabinet has allocated a budget of 2,838 million baht from the 2025 central budget to support the Student Loan Fund (SLF) for educational loans. This budget will be used for students’ tuition and living expenses for the first semester of the academic year 2025, with loans beginning in April 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan,

Thailand Poised to Host Formula 1 Race as Discussions with Formula One Group Progress

Bangkok: Thailand is advancing plans to host a “Formula 1 Formula One” race, following significant discussions between the country’s leadership and Formula One Group executives. The move comes as part of a broader strategy to position Thailand as a premier destination for global sporting events, with the potential to draw motorsport fans from around the world. According to Thai News

Pichai Chunhavajira Aims to Tackle Thailand’s Debt Issues with Strategic Discussions

Bangkok: The Treasury Department is actively pursuing solutions to alleviate the burden of bad debts affecting the public. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, has announced plans to meet with the Thai Bankers Association to explore potential strategies, including the establishment of an Asset Management Company (AMC) to manage these debts and mitigate the problems of non-performing