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Flooding from Typhoon Kajiki Disrupts Traffic in Five Thai Provinces

Bangkok: Flooding from Typhoon Kajiki has resulted in significant disruptions across highways in five provinces in Thailand. The Department of Highways has reported that traffic is completely impassable at one location due to the severe flooding. Officials have been deployed to provide public assistance and will be monitoring the situation continuously. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Highways

Thailand Seeks to Expand Cassava Exports to New Zealand Amidst Declining Global Prices

Bangkok: In 2015, Thailand’s cassava exports experienced significant growth, with ongoing negotiations aimed at expanding the market in New Zealand. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Foreign Trade reported that in the first seven months of 2025, cassava exports reached 5.62 million tons, representing a 35.75% increase compared to the previous year’s 4.14 million tons. This increase highlights

Cabinet Allocates 2.9 Billion Baht to Boost Pracharat Welfare Fund

Bangkok: The Cabinet has sanctioned a central budget of 2.9 billion baht to enhance the Pracharat Welfare Fund, aimed at bolstering retail spending through welfare cards. This initiative will draw a total of 26 billion baht from the central budget to stimulate economic activity. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, disclosed that the budget will

Thailand Aims to Boost Rice Exports Despite Early-Year Decline

Bangkok: The Department of Foreign Trade has announced a strategic plan to accelerate rice exports in the last five months of 2025, aiming to achieve the annual target of 7.5 million tons. This comes after experiencing a decline in rice exports for the first seven months of the year, which fell by over 25% to 4.3 million tons, valued at

Cabinet Allocates 2 Billion Baht for Tomorrowland Music Festival in Thailand

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved a budget of 2 billion baht to support the Tomorrowland music festival, which will be held in Thailand from 2026 to 2030. The decision marks a significant investment in boosting the country’s music and tourism sectors over a five-year period. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, announced

Implementation of 20 Baht Flat-Rate Electric Train Fare Faces Delay

Bangkok: The anticipated implementation of the 20 baht flat-rate electric train fare may face a delay, with expectations now set for October 1st. This follows a decision by the Council of State to reject the central budget subsidy, necessitating the passage of three key laws beforehand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Manoporn Charoensri, Deputy Minister of Transport, explained that

20 Baht Electric Train Registration Surpasses 200,000 Milestone

Bangkok: A spokesperson for the Ministry of Transport revealed that the number of people who have registered for the latest benefits has surpassed 200,000, and is confident that the number will continue to increase. He stated that all parties are working diligently to ensure that the public receives all their benefits. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kritchanon Aiyapanya, Assistant

Vending Machine Retail Trend Expected to Generate Billions in 2024

Bangkok: ‘Vending machines’ are emerging as a significant trend in the retail sector, projected to generate tens of billions in revenue in 2024. Consumers will benefit from 24-hour access to products, with multiple payment options, including both cash and digital methods. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Business Development highlighted that there are currently 760 juristic entities operating