July 17, 2025

Tip Insurance Secures Prestigious Award for Best Non-Life Insurance Service in 2025

Bangkok: Tip Insurance has been honored with the ‘Best Non-Life Insurance Company Service’ award for the year 2025. Dr. Somporn Suebthavilkul, Chief Executive Officer of Dhipaya Group Holdings Public Company Limited and Managing Director of Dhipaya Insurance Public Company Limited, accepted the award from Dr. Sethaput Suthiwatanaruput, Governor of the Bank of Thailand. The award ceremony took place at the

Seminar Focuses on Strategies to Boost Thailand’s Economy Amid Global Challenges

Bangkok: Many agencies have united to bolster the economy at a seminar titled ‘Unlocking Thailand’s Future, Fighting the Global Crisis’ organized by MCOT Public Company Limited. Mr. Suchart Tancharoen, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, addressed the seminar, acknowledging that global economic issues, notably US tariffs, have impacted Thailand’s economy, affecting citizens, producers, and small SMEs. He emphasized the

Deputy Finance Minister Unveils Plan to Boost Thai Economy with Foreign Cryptocurrencies

Bangkok: Deputy Finance Minister Mr. Paopum Rojanasakul has revealed a strategic initiative aimed at invigorating the Thai economy by leveraging foreign cryptocurrencies. In a recent seminar titled ‘Unlocking Thailand’s Future.Fighting the Global Crisis’, organized by MCOT Public Company Limited, Mr. Rojanasakul outlined the government’s plan to negotiate tax benefits that cater to diverse groups, acknowledging that some sectors might experience

Monporn Advocates for 20-Baht Electric Trains and Land Bridge to Boost Thai Economy

Bangkok: ‘Monporn’, Deputy Minister of Transport, has emphasized that the 20-baht flat-rate electric train system will not rely on taxes from other regions, as Bangkok contributes the most to the national tax revenue, accounting for 48-49%. The Deputy Minister is preparing to present the Joint Ticket Act and the Rail Transport Department Act to parliament next month, alongside fast-tracking the

Thai Insurance Sector Faces Slowdown Due to US Tariffs and EV Delays

Bangkok: The Thai general insurance sector is anticipated to experience a slowdown in the second half of 2025, attributed to the impact of US tax measures and delays in electric vehicle (EV) purchases. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somporn Suebthavilkul, President of the Thai General Insurance Association, shared insights during a seminar titled ‘Unlocking Thailand’s Future, Fighting the Global

Thai Industries Push for US Negotiations and SME Support Amid Export Challenges

Bangkok: The Federation of Thai Industries believes that the Thai team can negotiate with the United States and urges that SMEs be taken care of. The Federation is optimistic about the negotiations but emphasizes the need for protective measures as well. The industrial sector is already adapting, with automobiles not being exported to the United States. The Federation calls on

Launch of ‘Free Shuttle Service’ for Cancer Patients with Gold Card Rights Nationwide

Bangkok: “30 baht, treatment everywhere” moves forward to care for the people, upgrading health insurance, opening a “car to pick up and drop off cancer patients with gold card rights” service nationwide for free. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government is moving forward to improve Thai health insurance by opening a

Government Issues Warning on Zika Virus Risks for Pregnant Women

Bangkok: The government has issued a warning to pregnant women about the risks of Zika virus infection, emphasizing the high risk of transmission from mother to fetus. It is urging pregnant women to take precautions to protect themselves from the virus. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, deputy government spokesman, expressed the government’s concern over the spread of