May 7, 2025

Economic Journalists Association Launches 2025 CEO Econmass Awards Applications

Bangkok: The Economic Journalists Association, in partnership with the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB), the State Enterprise Policy Commission (SOE), and the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, has announced the opening of applications for the 2025 CEO Econmass Awards. The application period runs from May 10 to June 18, 2025. According to Thai News

Thai Stock Market Surges by 32.41 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed with a sharp increase of 32.41 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the trading day at 1,220.27 points, marking a rise of 32.41 points, equivalent to a 2.73% increase. The trading value for the day was approximately 53,984.70 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the stock index showed significant activity, particularly in the afternoon

Expected Sales of 98 Billion Baht at “THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2025”

Bangkok: ‘THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2025’, the world-class food trade platform, is back to being the biggest and most comprehensive in Asia, set to be held from May 27-31, expected to drive the economy by 98 billion. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce, together with the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Koelnmesse

Excise Department Confirms 1 Baht Tax Increase Will Not Affect Retail Oil Prices

Bangkok: The Excise Department has announced that the recent 1 baht increase in excise tax on diesel and gasoline will not impact the retail prices of oil. This announcement came following the Cabinet’s approval of the new tax rates, as per the Ministerial Regulations on Excise Tax Rates (No. 42) B.E. 2568. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Kullaya Tantitemit,

Governor of Expressway Authority of Thailand Confirms Local Contractors for Chalong Rat Expressway Extension

Bangkok: The Governor of the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has confirmed that the ‘Chalong Rat Expressway Extension, Chatuchak-Lam Luk Ka Section’ will not employ foreign contractors. According to Thai News Agency, the Chalong Rat Expressway Extension Project is a 6-lane elevated road covering a distance of 16.21 kilometers. The project begins at the Chalong Rat Expressway, connecting at the

Prime Minister Celebrates Over 100,000 Registrations for ODOS Summer Camp Initiative

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has expressed gratitude to those interested in the ODOS Summer Camp project, which has now surpassed 100,000 registrations. The initiative is designed to provide Thai children and youth with global opportunities, emphasizing that academic excellence is not a prerequisite for participating in overseas experiences. The Prime Minister reassured the public that there are no fees involved,

Government Enforces E-Cigarette Ban in Schools with New Semester

Bangkok: Strict measures are being implemented by the government to ensure that every area in schools is free of e-cigarettes when the new semester begins. The initiative highlights that any civil servants or officials found to be involved will face severe disciplinary action. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Karom Polpornklang, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office, expressed concerns

Anthrax Transmission Methods and Prevention Explained by Government Spokesperson

Bangkok: ‘Anthrax’ is not transmitted from person to person, as confirmed by Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, Deputy Government Spokesperson. He emphasized that the public should not be concerned about human-to-human transmission. The infection is primarily spread through three distinct methods, with guidance provided on symptom observation and prevention techniques. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul revealed that the Department of