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Student Loan Fund Secures Over 8 Billion Baht for Second Loan Allocation

Bangkok: The Student Loan Fund (SLF) is prepared to disburse a second round of loans in 2025, following the Cabinet’s approval of an 8.488 billion baht economic stimulus budget. According to Thai News Agency, the SLF announced its receipt of the 8.488 billion baht budget allocation as part of the economic stimulus project proposals under the broader 157 billion baht

Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Urges MEA to Clarify Recent Power Outage Issue

Bangkok: The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has urged the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) to address and report on the widespread power outages that recently affected several areas. Citizens impacted by the outages have voiced their concerns and are calling for compensation. According to Thai News Agency, on the night of August 5th, a significant power outage struck the Saphan Khwai

Thailand’s Vocational Education Sector Set for Major Boost with New Partnership

Bangkok: The Office of the Vocational Education Commission (OVEC) and the Board of Investment (BOI) have announced a strategic partnership with the private sector aimed at transforming Thailand’s vocational education landscape. This collaboration seeks to enhance vocational training, develop workforce capabilities, and create a pool of highly skilled workers to support the “VOC-UP” investment initiative. The project is expected to

Mekong Riverside Road Project in Thailand Progresses with 16% Completion

Nakhon phanom: The Department of Highways has announced that the Mekong Riverside Road project in Nakhawithi has reached a completion level of 16%. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Rural Roads (DRR) is overseeing the development of the road, which connects the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge (No. 2) to Phra That Phanom, spanning Mukdahan and Nakhon Phanom Provinces. The

MEA Addresses Technical Issue Behind Bangkok Power Outage

Bangkok: The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) has addressed the widespread power outage that occurred last night in the Saphan Khwai area of Phaya Thai District, emphasizing that it was due to a technical issue. According to Thai News Agency, the MEA clarified that the power outage affected areas along Pradiphat Road and Rama VI Road around 10:12 PM on August

Thailand Records 0.70% Deflation in July Amid Falling Prices in Vegetables, Fruits, and Energy

Bangkok: July saw a deflation rate of 0.70% in Thailand, driven by declining prices in vegetables, fruits, and energy, contributing to a reduction in the overall cost of living. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Commerce reported that Thailand’s inflation rate ranks as the 10th lowest among 140 economies worldwide and the second lowest in the ASEAN region.

NBTC Seizes Drones and Detection Equipment in Samut Prakan

Samut prakan: The NBTC office searched a company in Samut Prakan Province, seizing drones and detection equipment. They are coordinating with the Customs Department to verify the accuracy. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Trirat Viriyasirikul, Deputy Secretary-General and Acting Secretary-General of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), revealed that yesterday, the NBTC, in collaboration with the Central Investigation

BTS Donates 100 Million Baht to Aid Those Affected by Thai-Cambodian Border Unrest

Bangkok: BTS Skytrain has extended support by donating 100 million baht to aid personnel and citizens impacted by the unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border. Mr. Keeree Kanjanapas, Chairman of Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited (BTS), spearheaded the donation initiative alongside the company’s executives, contributing 50 million baht to the government for relief efforts. According to Thai News Agency,