June 11, 2025

Irrigation Employment Surpasses 75,000, Nearing Target of 84,000

Bangkok: Irrigation employment in Thailand has seen significant growth, with more than 75,000 workers hired to boost income for farmers and the general public, according to recent government reports. The Minister of Agriculture, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Narumon Pinyosinwat, expressed confidence in reaching the target of 84,000 workers by September. According to Thai News Agency, the employment figures for the irrigation

SCB Reports Baht Volatility Amid US Import Tariffs and Capital Flows

Bangkok: SCB has highlighted the persistent volatility of the Thai baht, attributing the fluctuations to uncertain US import tariffs and capital flows from the US to Europe and Asia. The bank forecasts that the baht will strengthen, ranging between 31.50 and 32.50 baht per US dollar by the end of the year, and anticipates that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)

Restrictions on Thai-Cambodian Border Crossings Expected to Have Mild Impact on Economy

Bangkok: The president of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce assessed that the measures to restrict Thai-Cambodian border crossings will affect Thai exports by only 5-10 percent because it is not a permanent border closure. He believes that both countries are aware of the impact on people’s livelihoods. According to Thai News Agency, Associate Professor Dr. Thanawat Polvichai,

Thai Stocks See Marginal Increase in Morning Trading

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning up 2.82 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand closed this morning at 1,141.98 points, an increase of 2.82 points (+0.25%), with a trading value of approximately 13,470 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, in the morning trading, the index fluctuated in positive territory, with a high of 1,145.19 points and a low of

Policeman Crashes Sedan into Market Stall and Falls into Deep Sleep

Phrae: A police officer in Phrae crashed his sedan into a market stall before falling asleep at the wheel. Despite multiple attempts, he could not be awakened. The patrol officer from Lampang City Police Station had to assist by driving him to the police station. According to Thai News Agency, the incident occurred when the police officer drove into Kao

Cambodia-Thailand Border Relaxation Eases Student Commute

Aranyaprathet: The first day of a new border relaxation policy has allowed Cambodian and Thai students to cross the border between the two countries from as early as 6 am. According to Thai News Agency, the Burapha Force has implemented an order enabling Cambodian students living on the Thai side but studying in Cambodia, and vice versa, to cross the

Thai-Cambodian Trade Persists Amidst Logistics Challenges

Bangkok: The Chamber of Commerce points out that Thai-Cambodian trade can still be done, but logistics must be adjusted. The Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce revealed that exports to Cambodia continue despite measures to limit cross-border travel. Large operators have adjusted their transportation systems, but small operators along the border have begun to be affected. According to

EGAT Partners with South Korea’s KHNP to Explore Small Modular Reactor Power Plant Technology

Bangkok: The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has entered into a partnership with Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. (KHNP) from South Korea, aiming to study and exchange knowledge on Small Modular Reactor (SMR) power plant technology and to develop the necessary personnel to support the shift towards clean energy sources. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Park