October 19, 2025

Rama II Road Construction Set to Complete by Mid-2026

Bangkok: The legend of Rama II Road is set to close in mid-2026 as construction work progresses. Pipat visited the area to monitor the development of Rama II Road and forecasted that the construction of all 47 kilometers would be completed by June 2026, as planned. This road will be free to use for 2 years until 2028, after which

The Ministry of Finance Invites Registration for “Half-Half Plus”

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance has announced the commencement of registration for the “Half-Half Plus” project, which will open tomorrow. Interested individuals can register between October 20-26, 2025, starting at 6:00 AM using the Paotang app. According to Thai News Agency, this registration period is part of the government’s initiative to engage citizens in the “Half-Half Plus” project. This project

Thailand Reaffirms Fiscal Discipline and Economic Strategies at World Bank and IMF Meetings

Washington: In a significant move to bolster confidence among global financial stakeholders, Thailand’s Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr. Woraphak Thanyawong, and Mr. Winij Wisetsuvarnabhumi, Director-General of the Fiscal Policy Office, emphasized the nation’s commitment to fiscal discipline during the 2025 Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C. According to Thai News Agency,

Thailand Firm on Prisoner of War Release Amidst Cambodian Agreement Compliance

Bangkok: A government spokesman confirmed that Thailand will not release 18 prisoners of war if Cambodia fails to comply with the anti-scammer agreement and other outstanding agreements. He insisted that the Prime Minister will not interfere in negotiations and expedite the JBC meeting. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister’s Office spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat addressed the news of the release

Sihasak Refutes Cambodian Claims of Nine Conditions in 4-Party Peace Talks

Bangkok: “Sihasak” denies that this is true after the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs claimed that it set 9 conditions that the Thai side must comply with. Sihasak emphasized that Thailand will release 18 prisoners of war only when the 4 conditions are achieved and an agreement is reached. He criticized that it should not create a unilateral advantage. He

Registration Opens for “Half-Half Plus” Scheme Amid Fraud Concerns

Bangkok: Starting tomorrow, October 20, registration for the “Half-Half Plus” scheme will open to the public. The government warns against falling victim to fake registration links. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Ayrin Phanrit, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government’s “Half-Half Plus” project has attracted significant public and business interest. Since the start of registration for merchants on October

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Advocates for Free Dialysis and Public Health Advancements

Bangkok: The Prime Minister thanked the President and Medical Council for their outstanding achievements in many areas. He expressed pride in his role as Minister of Public Health, given the support he received from his network, despite the three-year COVID crisis. He emphasized the need to bring free dialysis back to the people. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister

By-Election in Kanchanaburi District 4 Sees High Voter Turnout

Kanchanaburi: The atmosphere during the by-election for Kanchanaburi District 4 MP was lively throughout the morning. Some people came to vote even before the polls opened. According to Thai News Agency, the news team has been touring polling stations in Kanchanaburi’s District 4 area and found that some polling stations have been bustling with people casting their ballots, especially the