December 6, 2025

Chaichanok Praises Anutin Government’s Role in Dismantling Scam Network

Bangkok: Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, expressed satisfaction following the Anti-Money Laundering Office’s (AMLO) seizure of assets worth tens of billions from a scam network. He attributed the government’s change under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul as the pivotal factor in dismantling the network. Chaichanok disclosed that the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is preparing to classify the

GULF Signs LNG Supply Contract with Eni SpA

Bangkok: Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF) has signed a liquefied natural gas (LNG) Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Italy’s Eni SpA (ENI) to supply up to 0.8 million tons of LNG per year over a 10-year contract, with deliveries commencing in January 2027. According to Thai News Agency, GULF announced that it imports liquefied natural gas (LNG) and

PTTEP Unveils Ambitious Five-Year Investment Strategy Focused on Energy Security and Growth

Bangkok: PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP) has unveiled its ambitious five-year operational plan, allocating over US$33.279 billion to secure national energy supply and bolster investment. According to Thai News Agency, PTTEP’s 2026 investment plan alone is set at US$7.726 billion, targeting an 8% increase in petroleum sales. Mr. Montri Rawanchaikul, Chief Executive Officer of PTTEP, emphasized the

Khao Tom, the Baby Elephant, Shows Signs of Recovery and Cheerfulness

Bangkok: “Khao Tom,” the baby elephant, is starting to recover and is more cheerful. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has announced good news. The lost baby elephant, “Nong Khao Tom,” who was previously diagnosed with herpesvirus and subsequently recovered, is now regaining strength, is cheerful, and is becoming more playful, refusing to take a nap. Veterinarians

EGAT Governor Implements SENSE Plan to Cut Electricity Production Costs

Bangkok: The 17th Governor of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), Mr. Narin Paowanit, is advancing efforts to reduce electricity production costs by implementing the “SENSE” working principle to align with Thailand’s energy plan. This initiative aims to achieve energy that is stable, sustainable, and fair by accelerating long-term LNG procurement and investing in power infrastructure to support data

State Banks Announce Comprehensive Aid for Southern Flood Victims

Bangkok: The Association of State Financial Institutions has taken decisive action in response to government policy by collaborating with state banks to launch three key projects aimed at assisting flood victims in the southern regions. This initiative focuses on relief, compensation, and rehabilitation to help affected individuals and communities recover from the devastating floods. According to Thai News Agency, Ms.

Government Offers Double Tax Reduction for Meetings in Secondary Cities

Bangkok: The government has extended an invitation to businesses to take advantage of a double tax reduction by holding meetings and seminars in secondary cities as part of its initiative to bolster the regional economy. This incentive is available until December 15, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Lalida Periswiwatana, the Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced that the government is

Pollution Control Department Implements Measures to Manage PM2.5 Levels Amid Rising Concerns

Bangkok: The Pollution Control Department has intensified its monitoring of PM2.5 dust levels from December 6-13, as the air quality in several regions is at risk of surpassing standards. Strict measures are being enforced to regulate sugarcane fires and operations at biomass factories to mitigate the smog threat. According to Thai News Agency, the Director-General of the Pollution Control Department,