May 13, 2025

Cabinet Approves Draft Regulation on Additional Special Cases

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the draft ministerial regulation specifying additional special cases according to the Special Case Investigation Act (No. ..) B.E. .. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, deputy government spokeswoman, revealed that the Cabinet considered and approved the principle of the draft ministerial regulation specifying additional special cases under the law on special case investigation

Flash Floods Disrupt Life in Nakhon Ratchasima Province and Mae Hong Son Province

Nakhon Ratchasima: A summer storm unleashed heavy rain and flash floods across the Wang Nam Khiao District, causing widespread disruptions. In a dramatic incident, a motorcycle carrying a couple was swept into a canal by a flash flood in Ban Nong Somong Village No. 15. Fortunately, officials managed to rescue the couple in time. The storm also impacted Ban Nong

SME D Bank Unveils Special Loan Offers at Bangkok Money Expo

Bangkok: SME D Bank is hosting a grand event at the Bangkok Financial Expo from May 15-18, offering loans for SMEs at an interest rate of 3% per year, along with two additional promotions. According to Thai News Agency, the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank) is participating in the 25th Bangkok Money Expo (MONEY

‘Paethongtarn’ Unveils Vision for Pheu Thai YPP to Engage New Generation in Politics

Bangkok: Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister, presented her vision at the launch of the Young Professionals Program (Pheu Thai YPP), aiming to inspire a new generation to engage with politics in a straightforward manner. She believes this initiative will significantly drive both the Pheu Thai Party and the nation forward. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn addressed members of

Thunderstorms Predicted to Cover 70% of Bangkok and Regions Across Thailand

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast indicating that thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected to impact Thailand extensively, with Bangkok and its vicinity experiencing rain in 70% of the area. According to Thai News Agency, the weather forecast for the next 24 hours predicts that the upper part of Thailand will continue to experience thunderstorms and heavy rain.

Thai Stocks and Asian Markets Surge Following US-China Trade Agreement

Bangkok: Thai stocks and Asian stock markets opened positively, buoyed by the recent trade agreement between the United States and China, while the baht experienced a weakening trend. According to Thai News Agency, Thai stocks kicked off the morning session with a 20-point increase, aligning with the broader Asian markets uplift driven by the US-China trade deal. Investors are keenly

Thailand’s Rainy Season to Begin on May 15 with Higher Than Average Rainfall

Bangkok: Thailand will enter the rainy season this year on May 15, with an expected rainfall of 5 percent more than average and 1-2 tropical storms anticipated to hit Thailand during August and October. Ms. Sukanyanee Yawincharn, Director-General of the Meteorological Department, revealed that the Meteorological Department predicts this year’s onset based on three meteorological criteria: consistent rain covering over

Maha Sawat Canal Bridge Inaugurated to Alleviate Bangkok Traffic Bottleneck

Nonthaburi: The ‘Maha Sawat Canal Bridge’ on the Bangkok-bound side of Ratchaphruek Road is set to be fully operational by June 20, marking a significant development in the region’s transportation infrastructure. This new addition is expected to enhance the efficiency of traffic flow, alleviate congestion, and reduce accidents, accommodating more than 120,000 vehicles daily. The outbound side is anticipated to