August 14, 2025

BOI Partners with Japan to Bolster Investment in Thailand’s Key Sectors

Bangkok: The Board of Investment (BOI) of Thailand has entered into a strategic partnership with Japanese investors to enhance investment opportunities in Thailand’s burgeoning sectors. This collaboration aims to boost investment in automotive, electronics, machinery, food, and metal products, while also fostering growth in startups and green industries. According to Thai News Agency, the Secretary-General of the BOI, Mr. Narit

Ministries of Finance and Public Health Collaborate to Enhance Welfare and Curb Fraud

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance is partnering with the Ministry of Public Health to integrate health and welfare information as a strategy to enhance welfare, facilitate treatment, improve access to funding, and address drug procurement and tax fraud issues. Mr. Lawaron Sangsanit, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, and Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public

SME D Bank Reduces Interest Rates to Support Thai Entrepreneurs

Bangkok: SME D Bank has announced a significant reduction in interest rates, lowering them by up to 0.25% annually, to aid Thai small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) entrepreneurs in bolstering their resilience across varying economic conditions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pichit Mitrawong, the Managing Director of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank),

Ministry of Transport and Council of Engineers Collaborate on Thai-Chinese High-Speed Rail Project

Bangkok: The Ministry of Transport engaged in discussions with the Council of Engineers to boost local entrepreneurship and incorporate Thai materials in the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project, specifically focusing on Phase 2. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Suriya Jungrungreangkit, disclosed that a meeting was convened with the President of the Council of Engineers

AOT Records Growth in Passenger Volume and Revenue in First Nine Months of Fiscal Year 2025

Bangkok: Airports of Thailand (AOT) has reported significant growth in its operations for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025, spanning from October 2024 to June 2025, marked by a rise in passenger volume, flights, and revenue. This growth is part of AOT’s ongoing efforts to elevate its facilities to a world-class standard. Ms. Paweena Jariyathitipong, Acting Director-General of

Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Remains Normal Amidst Fake News Concerns

Bangkok: The Thai-Cambodian border situation remains stable, with authorities urging the public not to believe recent fake news regarding immigration scams and evacuation orders. Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office and member of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration (TCASA), has emphasized the normalcy of the border across seven provinces. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu revealed

Government Initiates Rapid Response to Repair Damage from Thai-Cambodian Border Clashes

Bangkok: The government has tasked the Department of Public Works and Town and Country Planning with establishing a building inspection center to expedite the survey and repair of houses and buildings damaged by recent clashes on the Thai-Cambodian border across seven provinces. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak disclosed that the initiative involves the establishment of

Kaewsan Urges Villagers to Defend Land Rights in Khao Kradong

Khao kradong: “Kaewsan” advises honest villagers to protect their land rights in Khao Kradong. Kaewsan invoked the Administrative Procedure Act, Sections 51-52, to oppose the revocation of Khao Kradong land, stating that honest villagers can exercise their rights if they are violated by the Land Department and the State Railway of Thailand. Mr. Kaewsan Atipothi, an independent legal scholar and