June 30, 2025

Thai Stocks Edge Up as Market Closes with Modest Gains

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning with an increase of 3.19 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the session at 1,085.61 points, marking a rise of 3.19 points, equivalent to a 0.29% increase, with a trading value of approximately 24,730 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning’s stock trading saw the index initially recovering before gradually adjusting

Pichai to Negotiate Urgent Import Tax Discussions Between Thailand and United States

Bangkok: Pichai Chunhavajira, the Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Thailand, is set to travel urgently to the United States to negotiate import taxes between Thailand and the US. The discussions, scheduled for July 3, 2025, aim to protect Thailand’s national interests during these crucial negotiations. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai will lead a team to discuss the

Development of Road No. Phatthalung 4004 Nears Completion to Boost Songkhla Lake Tourism

Phatthalung: The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, in collaboration with the Department of Rural Roads, is set to enhance tourism along the coast of Songkhla Lake by improving transportation infrastructure. The construction of Road No. Phatthalung 4004 has progressed over 83% and is expected to be operational by the end of this year. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.

BKS Launches One-Day Spiritual Bus Tours Across Thailand

Bangkok: ‘BKS’ invites travelers to experience four unique bus routes designed for a One Day Trip to spiritual destinations across Thailand. This initiative aims to enhance merit while boosting holiday travel. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Atthavit Rakjamroon, Chief Executive Officer of Transport Co., Ltd. (BKS), announced that the company will operate these special bus services on Saturdays, Sundays,

Central Group Invites You to Experience ‘Jing Jai Ma Ha…Nakhon’ at Central World

Bangkok: Central Group invites you to shop, taste, and share with ‘Jing Jai Ma Ha…Nakhon’, a festival featuring an array of exceptional products from communities across Thailand, scheduled to take place from July 9-13, 2025, at Central World. According to Thai News Agency, Central Group, in collaboration with Central Retail and Central Pattana, has curated a diverse collection of goods

Virtual Banks Transform Thailand’s Financial Landscape with Digital Services

Bangkok: Virtual banks are reshaping the financial sector in Thailand as the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand have granted licenses to three major capital groups to provide banking services through smartphone applications and websites. According to Thai News Agency, the Deposit Protection Agency (DPA) highlighted in an article titled ‘Branchless Banks, Virtual Banks: A New Alternative in

BOT Ready to Manage Baht Fluctuations Amid US Negotiation Watch

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has announced that the Thai economy experienced a slowdown in May 2025, continuing into June, attributed to a decline in tourist numbers and a deceleration in the industrial production sector. Household debt decreased to 87.4% in the first quarter of 2025. The BOT is closely monitoring tax negotiations with the United States and confirmed

NBTC Mandates Joint Accountability for Mobile Operators in Technology Crime Prevention

Bangkok: NBTC has approved measures requiring mobile operators to share responsibility for damages related to technological crimes, emphasizing enhanced cybersecurity protocols, and mandates a 24-hour service suspension in case of suspicious activities, along with a system to block international calls. Pol. Gen. Natthorn Phueasunthon, an NBTC member, detailed the measures aimed at licensed operators to collaboratively prevent and suppress technological