November 5, 2025

Reserve Senators Demand Swift Action from Election Commission Amidst Delays in Subcommittee Proceedings

Bangkok: Reserve senators have expressed frustration with the Election Commission (EC) for establishing a subcommittee over two months ago, which only held its first meeting recently. According to Thai News Agency, the senators criticized the EC for delaying the process and demanded that it be expedited within 15 days instead of the extended 90-day period. They warned that failure to

Customs Department to Implement New Import Duty Measures to Boost Revenue

Bangkok: The Customs Department is gearing up to introduce import duties not exceeding 1,500 baht, a move anticipated to enhance revenue by 3 billion baht, alongside VAT, to support the proliferation of online products. Furthermore, the department aims to reduce rewards for the arrest of executives with a C8 or higher status, aligning with the “Customs Quick Big Win” policy.

MRDIYT Opens First Trading Day on SET with 18.02% Drop from IPO Price

Bangkok: MRDIYT marked its debut on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) with its share price opening 18.02% lower than the initial public offering (IPO) price. The stock began trading at 7.05 baht, down from the IPO price of 8.06 baht, reflecting a decrease of 1.55 baht. According to Thai News Agency, the opening ceremony for MRDIYT’s first trading day

Wiroj Challenges Pheu Thai Party on Gray Capital Amid Rising Political Tensions

Bangkok: Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a prominent figure from the Prachachon Party, has voiced strong criticism against the Pheu Thai Party, questioning its stance on gray capital in forming a government. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wiroj, who is both a party-list MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, openly challenged the Pheu Thai Party leader regarding the ongoing campaign

Beckham Proudly Receives Knighthood

Windsor: Sir David Beckham, the legendary English national team, Manchester United, and Real Madrid footballer, has officially been knighted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle after being selected for King Charles’ birthday list earlier this year. He has made significant contributions to football and British society. According to Thai News Agency, Sir Beckham expressed his delight and pride upon

ERC Approves Smart City Development Plan for Eastern Economic Corridor

Bangkok: The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has given the green light to the Smart City development plan, marking a significant step forward in transforming the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) into a digital hub. This approval aligns with the objectives set by the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) to enhance the region’s infrastructure and improve the quality of life

Chaturon Urges Prime Minister to Avoid Dissolving Parliament Amid No-Confidence Debate Concerns

Bangkok: Chaturon Chaisang, a Pheu Thai Party list MP, has expressed hope that the Prime Minister will refrain from dissolving Parliament to sidestep a no-confidence debate. He emphasized that the opposition’s actions serve as governmental scrutiny rather than retaliatory measures. All parties, he noted, agree on the necessity of convening an extraordinary parliamentary session to expedite constitutional amendments ahead of

Ekanit Initiates Data Bureau to Combat Grey Money Transactions

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Ekniti Nitithanpraphas, chaired the inaugural meeting of the Subcommittee on Financial Data Linkage. This gathering aimed to integrate efforts from various agencies to thwart financial transactions involving “gray money” from criminal gangs. The meeting concluded with a resolution to establish a “Data Bureau” to consolidate and link financial data from all relevant