Bangkok: The House of Representatives has approved a significant amendment to the Labor Protection Act, extending maternity leave to 120 days, aligning with the policy of equal labor protection and aiming to enhance opportunities for Thai workers. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pongkawin Juangroongruangkit, the Minister of Labor, expressed his congratulations to laborers following the House of Representatives’ approval

Bangkok: The executive of Phramongkutklao Hospital revealed that the healthcare group is still growing amidst the economy, pointing out that Gen Y-Gen Z are increasingly going to the hospital, not because they are sick but because they are focusing on taking care of their health to prevent illness. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Wittaya Wanphen, Deputy Director of the

Bangkok: The Energy Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has disclosed three potential electricity pricing strategies for the closing months of 2025, ranging from 3.98 to 5.10 baht per unit. This development reflects a reduction in fuel costs, suggesting a downward trend in electricity rates. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Poolpat Leesombatpaiboon, the Secretary-General and spokesperson of the Energy Regulatory

Bangkok: The Department of Mineral Fuels has announced that five companies have submitted eight requests for rights to explore and produce petroleum in an onshore exploration plot, marking the 25th time such rights have been offered under the concession system. The proposal window was open from July 1 to 16, 2025, and the department anticipates completing its evaluation of the

Bangkok: GH Bank is offering an opportunity for individuals to ease their financial burdens through its newly introduced “Happy Home Loan 2025.” The initiative aims to reduce living costs by providing an attractive interest rate of 0.99% per annum for the first year for refinancing mortgages. According to Thai News Agency, the Government Housing Bank (GHB) is extending this offer

Ubon ratchathani: BAAC has unveiled its latest ‘Frog’ Art Toy AGRI ANIMAL at the 11th Thailand Smart Money Ubon Ratchathani event. The Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) is inviting customers to deposit savings lottery tickets in the Dragon Jade set for a chance to receive one dip in the Art Toy AGRI ANIMAL set, featuring characters such as

Bangkok: The Board of Investment (BOI) has raised concerns among investors regarding US tariffs, prompting the launch of measures aimed at supporting Thai entrepreneurs to adapt to these tariffs and the ongoing trade war. The initiative seeks to enhance the potential of Thai parts manufacturers to integrate into the global supply chain while accelerating business networking activities to expand both

Bangkok: The Office of Trade Policy and Strategy (OTPS), Ministry of Commerce, organized a seminar to disseminate the results of the study and draft policy recommendations under the project to study the promotion of Thai entrepreneurs in the Twin Transition, developing the economy with digital technology (Digital Transition) along with environmentally friendly development (Green Transition). According to Thai News Agency,