April 23, 2025

Suriya Implements Stringent Measures on Double-Decker Buses Following Fiery Accident

Prachin Buri: “Suriya” ordered the Department of Land Transport to strictly control double-decker buses after the bus caught fire. The investigation results showed that the driver was using inappropriate speed. He also ordered a ban on operating high-risk routes in the hope of avoiding accidents. He also stopped adding double-decker buses to transport passengers. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.

Department of Internal Trade and Retailers Agree to Freeze Pork Prices Until April 2025

Bangkok: The Department of Internal Trade has partnered with wholesale and retail stores to freeze pork prices until April 30, 2025, as part of efforts to alleviate the cost of living for residents. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Commerce, aims to manage consumer goods prices effectively amidst rising production costs. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Witthayakorn Maneenet,

Thai Stock Market Sees Morning Gains with 12.76 Point Increase

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning up 12.76 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended this morning’s session at 1,156.81 points, marking an increase of 12.76 points, a 1.12% rise, with a trading value of approximately 20,927 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning trading session witnessed the index experiencing fluctuations, climbing to a high of 1,160.01 points

Thai Stocks Rise Amid Trade War Easing Despite IMF’s GDP Forecast Revision

Bangkok: Thai stocks rose this morning as the market eased concerns about the trade war. Analysts believe that even though the IMF lowered its forecast for Thailand’s GDP in 2025, it is still higher than analysts’ estimates. Thailand, meanwhile, will not be affected much by the tax on solar panels. According to Thai News Agency, reporters observed that Thai stocks

Transport Ministry Rebuts False Claims About Bus Accident

Bangkok: The Transport Spokesperson firmly stated that the vehicle involved in a recent accident was not equipped with an NGV gas system. Krichanon Aiyapanya responded to claims made by the PPRP spokesman, emphasizing that the bus involved utilized diesel fuel, not NGV, and criticized the spreading of misinformation that could mislead the public. The Ministry of Transport is committed to

Chinese Investors Abandon Budget Bureau Building Project, Leaving Officials Worried

Bangkok: Officials are expressing concerns about the newly constructed Budget Bureau building after Chinese investors pulled out of the project. The building, with only 60% of its space usable, faces numerous issues and remains incomplete. According to Thai News Agency, officials and administrators have been hesitant to commence work inside the Budget Bureau building due to damage caused by an

Gold Prices Plummet as World Trade War Concerns Ease

Bangkok: Gold, considered a risky asset, experienced a significant decline today with a drop of 1,300 baht in the first hour of trading. This decline followed the strengthening of the dollar and easing concerns over the trade war. The Thai baht also weakened sharply while the International Monetary Fund (IMF) lowered its forecast for Thailand’s GDP growth to 1.8% for

State Audit Office’s Steel Inspection Reveals Substandard Rebar from Xin Ke Yuan

Bangkok: The results of the State Audit Office’s second round of steel inspection have unveiled that the 20 mm rebar from “Xin Ke Yuan” does not meet the required standards. The Ministry of Industry has forwarded these findings to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) for use in the State Audit Office building collapse case. According to Thai News Agency,