April 22, 2025

Somchai Sajjapong Appointed as Chairman of Bank of Thailand Board

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the appointment of Somchai Sajjapongse as the new Chairman of the Bank of Thailand board. This decision aims to align the country’s monetary policy more closely with government objectives. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Pichai Chunhavajira announced that the Cabinet meeting had sanctioned Somchai Sajjapongse’s appointment. Somchai will

Requesting Cooperation from Department Stores to Freeze Pork Prices Amid Rising Costs

Bangkok: The Department of Internal Trade is actively monitoring the surge in pork prices, which have reached their highest level in two years due to extreme heat affecting pig growth rates. The department is seeking cooperation from department stores to stabilize pork prices to prevent consumer impact. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Witthayakon Maneenet, Director-General of the Department of

Open for Subscription of ‘SCGP Digital Bonds’ on the ‘Paotang’ App

Bangkok: SCGP joins hands with Krungthai Bank to prepare to sell ‘SCGP Digital Bonds’ with a term of 3 years, 11 months, and 19 days on the Paotang app, with a budget of 2 billion baht, fixed interest, receiving interest every 6 months, open for subscription in June 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wichan Jitpakdee, Chief Executive Officer

Thai Gold Prices Surge Amid Trade War Concerns

Bangkok: Thai gold and global gold prices have reached unprecedented highs as investors flock to gold, seeking a safe haven amidst fears of an escalating trade war. Today, the price of Thai gold soared to 55,300 baht per baht, prompting experts to recommend selling to capitalize on profits. According to Thai News Agency, the Gold Traders Association reported that the

CKPower Advances Firefly Project with Energy-Saving Library in Chiang Mai

Mae Chaem: CK Power Public Company Limited (CKPower) is continuing its Firefly Project for the eighth consecutive year, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and promoting sustainable community development. The project has recently delivered an energy-saving library building at the Mae Mu Border Patrol Police Learning Center in Mae Chaem District, Chiang Mai Province, focusing on renewable energy education and environmental

BKA Shares Surge 33.33% On First Trading Day

Bangkok: BKA shares opened their first trading day at 2.40 baht, marking a 33.33% increase from the IPO price of 1.80 baht. Mr. Prapan Charoenprawat, Manager of the Market for Alternative Investment (mai), and Mr. Patchara Thanawongkasem, CEO of Bangkok Asset Intergroup Public Company Limited, attended the opening ceremony of trading on the Market for Alternative Investment (mai). The company,

Cabinet Approves E-Government Initiative for Driving License Renewal and Antique Car Tax Exemption

Bangkok: The Cabinet has officially approved a new measure allowing citizens to renew their driving licenses without the need to visit the Department of Land Transport physically. This initiative aims to facilitate the process and reduce the burden of expenses and travel time for individuals. The move is part of the government’s commitment to support the Electronic Transactions Act 2022

Pichai Naripthaphan Orders Strict Measures on Palm Oil and Rubber Purchases

Bangkok: Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, Minister of Commerce, has mandated rigorous control over the purchasing of palm oil and rubber, focusing on preventing farmer exploitation and enhancing market fairness. He has dispatched a team from the Department of Internal Trade to enforce these measures, aiming to ensure compliance with purchasing laws and regulations. According to Thai News Agency, the recent increase