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80,000 Shops Register for Thailand’s Half-Half Plus Scheme

Bangkok: 80,000 shops have registered for the “Half-Half Plus” scheme, with hundreds of thousands of applicants showing interest in the project. The Half-Half Plus Project, which opened for merchant registration on October 15, 2025, has seen significant participation from merchants across the country. Mr. Ekniti Nitithanpraphas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, along with executives and officials from the

Thai Stocks See Morning Gains as SET Index Rises by 4.08 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session up 4.08 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,290.77 points, an increase of 4.08 points (+0.32%), with a trading value of approximately 20.7 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, in morning trading, the index continued to rise, reaching a high of 1,299.43 points and a low of

Prime Minister’s Delegation Visit to Laos Focuses on Strengthening Bilateral Relations and Crackdown on Scammers

Bangkok: The Prime Minister led a delegation to visit Laos with the objective of enhancing bilateral relations across various sectors, including the economy, energy, and trade, as well as tackling drug suppression. During this visit, the Prime Minister confirmed that efforts to crack down on scammers are progressing smoothly, amid concerns over potential political involvement. He emphasized that both the

Air Force Spokesman Denies Cambodian Fake News, Confirms Thai F-16 Bombing Operations

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Air Force spokesperson has firmly denied allegations propagated by Cambodia regarding a Thai military operation. The spokesperson insisted that Thailand’s use of F-16 jets was a defensive measure against Cambodian military actions that threatened Thai sovereignty. According to Thai News Agency, Air Vice Marshal Chakrit Thamwichai, speaking for the Royal Thai Air Force, addressed the dissemination

Thai Stock Market Sees Modest Gain as Index Closes Higher

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 4.77 points. SET closed today at 1,291.46 points, up 4.77 points (+0.37%), with a trading value of 33,202.91 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index consolidate in the afternoon, hitting a low of 1,286.60 points and a high of 1,299.43 points. The market saw 195 stocks increase, 242 stocks

Muang Thai Life Assurance Launches mDesign Investment-Linked Life Insurance

Bangkok: Muang Thai Life Assurance has unveiled its latest product, mDesign, a revolutionary investment-linked life insurance plan designed to offer long-term coverage with the flexibility of short premium payment terms. The innovative plan allows policyholders to pay premiums over 3, 5, or 10 years while enjoying life insurance coverage up to the age of 99. According to Thai News Agency,

Year-End Economic Measures Expected to Boost Thai GDP Growth

Bangkok: The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce anticipates that economic recovery measures set for the end of the year will enhance GDP growth by 2-2.2 percent. According to Thai News Agency, the introduction of several year-end initiatives is predicted to spur GDP growth for 2025 by the same percentage, with citizens prepared to engage with the “Half-Half Plus”

Gold Prices Hit Record High Amid Global Economic Uncertainties

Bangkok: Gold prices continue to rise, hitting a new high this morning after the global gold price exceeded $4,200 per ounce. The Gold Traders Association reported that the price of gold this morning continued to rise, reaching a new historical high. The market opened 200 baht per baht of gold, a new record high, and as of 10:01 a.m., the