March 18, 2025

Opposition Urges Government to Address Black-Chinned Tilapia Spread Seriously

Bangkok: The opposition has called on the government to address the issue of the black-chinned tilapia spreading across 19 provinces. Representatives from the opposition received a petition from protesters affected by the fish’s spread, urging the government to tackle the issue with urgency and sincerity. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a Member of Parliament for Bangkok from

State Audit Office to Inspect Rama II Road Project with International Safety Guidelines

Bangkok: The State Audit Office is preparing to inspect the Rama II Road project, employing international safety management guidelines for large construction projects. This inspection will be completed within 30 days, and the findings will be reported to relevant authorities. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Suttipong Boonnithi, Deputy Auditor-General and spokesman for the Office of the Auditor-General (OAG), emphasized

Tourism and Economic Stimulus Drive January Oil Consumption Surge

Bangkok: January 68 saw a 2.8% rise in oil consumption, reaching over 157.56 million liters per day, fueled by the resurgence of tourism and targeted economic stimulus initiatives. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sarawut Kaewtatip, the Director-General of the Department of Energy Business, reported that the increase in oil consumption was largely attributed to the revival of the tourism

Thai Stocks End Day Slightly Higher Amid Volatile Trading

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 5.97 points as the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) ended the day at 1,176.17 points, marking a 0.51% increase. The trading value was recorded at 39,062.44 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai stock market managed to close on a positive note despite experiencing some negative trends during the day. This recovery was

Thai Gold Price Hits New High, Gold Bars Touch 48,050 Baht

Bangkok: The price of gold in the country today hit a new record high, following the situation of gold prices in the world market. According to Thai News Agency, the Gold Traders Association reported that there were 12 price changes today, and at 4:00 p.m. the price hit a new all-time high. Gold bars were bought at 47,950 baht per

Pichai and Narumon Resolve Cabinet Meeting Dispute Over Durian Exports

Bangkok: “Pichai” confirms that everything has been cleared up after an argument with “Narumon” in the middle of the cabinet meeting, confirming that there is nothing, it is a concern about durian export figures, just an exchange of opinions. Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, Minister of Commerce, spoke about the news report that in the Cabinet meeting today (18 March), there was

Customs Department Seizes Over 100,000 E-Cigarettes Hidden in Containers

Chonburi: The Customs Department, in cooperation with relevant agencies, seized more than 100,000 pieces of e-cigarettes worth 21.86 million baht. Mr. Thirach Attanavanich, Director-General of the Customs Department, revealed that according to the Prime Minister’s policy to seriously suppress smuggling and exporting of e-cigarettes, results must be seen within 30 days from February 2025, especially among students and shops around

Election Commission Appoints DSI Officers to Investigate Senatorial Selection Collusion

Bangkok: The Election Commission (EC) has initiated an investigation into potential collusion in the election of senators by appointing three officials from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to join the inquiry committee. According to Thai News Agency, the EC meeting resolved to appoint civil servants from the DSI as officials under Section 42 of the Organic Act on the