June 9, 2025

SET Revises Securities Criteria for HFT Investors Starting July 2025

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has revised the criteria for securities that High-Frequency Trading (HFT) investors can purchase to reduce the price volatility of medium- and small-cap securities that may not have sufficient liquidity for trading, effective from 7 July 2025. According to Thai News Agency, the SET has introduced measures to enhance supervision and increase investor confidence

‘NETA’ Car Users Face Delays for Spare Parts and Registration Issues

Bangkok: ‘NETA’ car users are expressing frustration over prolonged waiting times for spare parts and difficulties in registering their vehicles. According to Thai News Agency, consumers who have purchased ‘NETA’ cars are encountering numerous issues, including delayed availability of spare parts and challenges in car registration processes. Despite reaching out to the parent company in Thailand, customers have yet to

Thai Election Commission Asserts Transparency Amidst Calls for Political Reform

Bangkok: The Secretary-General of Thailand’s Election Commission (EC), Mr. Saweng Boonmee, has reaffirmed the transparency of the Thai election system, despite acknowledging ongoing challenges and the unmet goal of political reform. Speaking on the occasion of the EC’s 27th anniversary, he highlighted the agency’s extensive experience navigating the country’s political landscape and its cooperative relationships with various sectors. According to

“People’s Democratic Reform Committee” Proposes Budget Cuts for 2026

Bangkok: The People’s Democratic Reform Committee has introduced four proposals aimed at reducing unnecessary budget allocations for 2026. Mr. Phrits Wacharasindhu, along with Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul and Ms. Rakchanok Srinok of the Prachachon Party, emphasized the importance of scrutinizing budget allocations to ensure efficiency and transparency. According to Thai News Agency, the committee’s proposals focus on setting a clear budget

Election Commission Faces 30-Day Deadline in Senate Collusion Investigation

Bangkok: “Saeng” has expressed confidence that no external pressure will influence the Election Commission (EC) as it faces a 30-day deadline to conclude its investigation into alleged collusion in the selection of senators. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Saeng Boonmee, the Secretary-General of the Election Commission, stated that the EC is committed to conducting a transparent and fair investigation

Government Accelerates Water Projects to Tackle Nationwide Drought

Bangkok: The government is accelerating the expansion of water projects in response to a royal initiative, aiming to solve drought problems nationwide and enhance the efficiency of the energy system to support future community expansion. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra highlighted the urgency of water management after visiting two significant groundwater supply projects in Kanchanaburi

Anutin Challenges Phumtham on Government Deal Discussions

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, has responded to comments made by Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Phumtham Vejjayachai regarding the formation of the government. Anutin questioned Phumtham’s approach, asking how one could effectively serve as Minister of the Interior without discussing the specifics of ministerial roles during government formation talks. According to Thai News Agency,

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hits Back! Reduces Visa-Free Stay for Cambodians to 7 Days

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledges that the Thai-Cambodian border situation is still fragile, believing that the JBC meeting will reduce tensions after both sides adjust their forces, and is ready to counter the reduction of Cambodia’s visa-free period to 7 days. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nikorndej Plangoon, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of