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Floods Impact Thailand’s Road Network, Ministry Mobilizes Relief Efforts

Bangkok: The Ministry of Transport has outlined the flood situation affecting its network as of July 31, 2025, and has directed the Department of Highways and the Department of Rural Roads to mobilize personnel for assistance to affected individuals and to closely monitor the situation. The Ministry aims to expedite restoration and clean-up efforts immediately after the water recedes. According

Recruitment for New Government Savings Bank Director to Begin in August

Bangkok: The selection committee chairman has announced that recruitment for the new Government Savings Bank (GSB) director is set to commence this August. Mr. Winij Wisetsuvarnabhumi, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, shared this update in his role as the Chairman of the selection committee tasked with finding a successor for the current President, Mr. Witai Ratanakorn. The

Thai Stock Market Experiences Slight Decline Amid Profit-Taking and Stronger US Dollar

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed the morning session down 1.15 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,242.99 points, down 1.15 points (-0.09%), with a trading value of approximately 30.211 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, analysts revealed that the Thai stock market experienced profit-taking following a significant rise, and the strengthening US dollar put pressure

Private Sector Awaits US Tariff Announcement for Thai Imports

Bangkok: The Thai Chamber of Commerce revealed that the negotiating team has reached an agreement with the USTR. They are awaiting the announcement of US import tariffs tonight, which they believe will be similar to those in other countries in the region. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Poj Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of

Thai Stocks and Baht on Edge Amid US Trade Negotiations

Bangkok: Thai stocks are consolidating as investors await the outcome of crucial Thai-US trade negotiations. Meanwhile, the baht has experienced a significant weakening, with expectations of further gradual depreciation if Thailand is subjected to import tariffs as high as 36%. The baht risks a further 1.2% depreciation. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai stock index opened this morning at

Commerce Ministry Sends Essential Supplies to Thai-Cambodian Border

Bangkok: Chatuporn and Chantawit led a team of commerce officials to distribute relief bags to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the Thai-Cambodian border disaster. Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, Minister of Commerce, along with Mr. Chantawit Tantasith, Deputy Minister of Commerce, oversaw the distribution of relief bags to aid victims at the Weights and Measures Office, Department of Internal Trade,

Pichai Advises Patience As Thailand Awaits Announcement on Trump’s Tariffs

Bangkok: Finance Minister Pichai recommends waiting for good news about Trump’s announcement of tax collection tonight. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira stated that the wait is only a few hours away, as many parties are anxiously awaiting the new US trade tariffs imposed by Trump’s reciprocal tariff policy. The Thailand team has

Pichai Awaits Final US Tax Results

Bangkok: Pichai is awaiting the final 24 hours of the US tax results, insisting the Thai team is working diligently and thoroughly in every aspect. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira stated that many members of the public and business sectors are currently asking, “How much will Thailand be subject to new U.S.