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FETCO Warns of Investor Shift to Vietnam and Indonesia if Thailand Faces 36% Tax

Bangkok: FETCO fears investors will relocate to Vietnam and Indonesia if Thailand is charged a 36% tax, causing negative exports, with GDP in 2025 growing less than 1.5%. It is said that if the tax is not more than 25%, it can still be managed. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Kobsak Pootrakool, Chairman of the Federation of Thai Capital

MEA and Royal Photographic Society Launch ‘Wireless Metropolis’ Photo Contest with 120,000 Baht Prize

Bangkok: The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) in collaboration with the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand has announced an exciting photo contest titled ‘Wireless Metropolis to the Modernity of the Future’. This competition invites photographers to capture the evolving landscapes of Bangkok, focusing on the areas transformed by the MEA’s ‘Underground Power Line Project’. The project aims to meet the increasing

PTT Exploration and Production Secures Top Honors at Money & Banking Awards 2025

Bangkok: PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited has been awarded the title of Best Company of the Year 2025 in the Stock Exchange of Thailand at the Money and Banking Awards 2025. This prestigious accolade recognizes the company’s exemplary performance and leadership in the Thai business landscape. According to Thai News Agency, the awards ceremony, organized by the Bank

Phumtham Opens Village Defense Volunteers’ Event in Sisaket: No Political Agenda

Sisaket: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, visited Sisaket to inaugurate the Village Defense Volunteers’ Association event, asserting that the visit held no political significance and was unrelated to the by-election. He emphasized his role as acting prime minister and minister of interior, stating that he was fulfilling his duties and not engaging in any political maneuvering.

Commerce Ministry Accelerates RVC Criteria Preparation for US Trade Negotiations

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce is fast-tracking its efforts to support Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira in negotiations with the United States ahead of the looming 36% tariff deadline. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Minister of Commerce Mr. Chantavit Tanthasit disclosed that the ministry is swiftly analyzing the impact of the ‘Trump tariff’ to aid ‘Team Thailand’ in its

Chantawich Engages in Crucial Talks with US Ambassador to Expedite Trade Balance Adjustments

Bangkok: Mr. Chantavit Tanthasit, Deputy Minister of Commerce, engaged in discussions with Mr. Robert F. Godec, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand, in a bid to enhance cooperation and expedite trade negotiations aimed at adjusting the trade balance. The discussions, held at the Ministry of Commerce, marked a significant step towards reducing impacts and increasing the value of Thai local content. According

NBTC Pushes for Cheaper Mobile Phone Packages to Protect Consumers

Bangkok: The NBTC office is advocating for a change in mobile phone pricing guidelines, allowing operators to release ‘Blue Flag packages’ at prices lower than the original cap of 240 baht per month to ensure access to quality basic services for users. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Trirat Viriyasirikul, Deputy Secretary-General and Acting Secretary-General of the National Broadcasting and

Thai Stocks Edge Up Slightly in Morning Session

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed this morning up 0.24 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand closed this morning at 1,161.25 points, marking a slight increase of 0.24 points, or 0.02%, with a trading value of approximately 24,423 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning trading session saw the index experiencing minimal fluctuations. It reached a high of 1,167.80 points