December 18, 2025

War Elephants and Vietnam Face Off in SEA Games Men’s Football Final

Bangkok: The atmosphere is electric as the “War Elephants” (Thailand national football team) face Vietnam in the men’s football match at the SEA Games. Fans from both teams are gradually arriving to watch the SEA Games men’s football gold medal match between Thailand and Vietnam at 7:30 PM at Rajamangala National Stadium. According to Thai News Agency, a large group

Prachya and Maximus Clinch Men’s Doubles Gold at SEA Games Tennis

Bangkok: Prachya Isaro and Maximus Pharaphol Jones have made history by winning the first gold medals for the Thai tennis team at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. The men’s doubles final, held at the National Tennis Development Center in Muang Thong Thani, was a thrilling encounter between two Thai pairs, with Prachya and Maximus emerging victorious over Wichaya Trongcharoenchaikul

Thai Women’s Saber Team Clinches Second SEA Games Championship

Bangkok: The Thai women’s saber fencing team emerged victorious against Singapore, securing their second SEA Games championship and the first gold medal for Thai fencing at this year’s event. Meanwhile, the Thai speed skating team celebrated their triumph in the mixed men’s-women’s relay, a newly introduced event at the SEA Games. According to Thai News Agency, the fencing competition took

Vietnam Triumphs Over Thailand 3-2 to Clinch SEA Games Gold in Men’s Football

Bangkok: The Thai football team lost to Vietnam 2-3, finishing with a silver medal and missing out on the 2025 SEA Games men’s football championship. The Thai men’s national football team lost to Vietnam 2-3 in extra time, settling for only a silver medal. This missed opportunity to win the gold medal in men’s football as hosts of the SEA

SME D Bank Predicts Strong Growth in SME Confidence Index for Q1/2026

Bangkok: SME D Bank forecasts the SME confidence index to improve to 68.9, expecting further increases in Q1/2026. This reflects the readiness of Thai entrepreneurs to continue their businesses amidst various challenges, and the continued need for loans to improve liquidity for SMEs. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pichit Mitrawong, Managing Director of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development

Commerce Ministry Intensifies Fuel Dispenser Inspections Nationwide for New Year Travel

Bangkok: The Commerce Ministry has initiated stringent inspections of fuel dispensers across the nation during the New Year period. The Department of Internal Trade has launched a comprehensive patrol of gas stations to safeguard consumer rights, ensure fair trade practices, and enhance public confidence for those traveling back to their hometowns and visiting tourist spots during the holiday. According to

GHB Donates Blankets to Refugees at Thai-Cambodian Border

Bangkok: The Government Housing Bank (GHB) has extended its support by donating blankets to refugees at a shelter on the Thai-Cambodian border. This effort aligns with GHB’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy, aimed at assisting those in temporary shelters affected by the border incident. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kamolpop Veerabhala, Managing Director of GHB, announced the donation of

Bank of Thailand Cuts 2026 Economic Growth Forecast to 1.5%

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has revised its economic growth forecast for 2026 to a mere 1.5%, marking the lowest projection in recent years. The BOT has acknowledged that under-potential economic growth is becoming commonplace and emphasized that merely lowering interest rates will not resurrect the robust growth of the past. In response, the BOT is preparing measures to