Internal Affairs

SME Bank Allocates 5 Billion Baht to Support Vulnerable SMEs and Small Businesses

Bangkok: SMEs are bustling after the government, led by the SME Bank, injected 5,000 million to guarantee loans for ‘vulnerable SMEs and small businesses’, increasing opportunities, accessing capital, and enhancing business liquidity. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, deputy government spokeswoman, revealed that the Small Industry Credit Guarantee Corporation (TCG) has allocated an additional guarantee amount under the

Rain Fails to Dampen Spirits as Crowds Gather at Victory Monument

Bangkok: The masses are undeterred as heavy rain pours down at Victory Monument, with people holding umbrellas to listen to speeches and participate in the rally organized by the “United Power of the Land, Protect Thai Sovereignty” group. The gathering, which began this afternoon around 4:30 p.m., continues despite the challenging weather conditions. According to Thai News Agency, the rally’s

Government Introduces Tax Incentives to Boost Rooftop Solar Adoption in Thailand

Bangkok: The government is taking significant steps to encourage the adoption of rooftop solar panels by offering a tax deduction of up to 200,000 baht. This initiative aims to lower electricity costs and motivate Thai citizens to generate their own electricity. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced during the program ‘Singing from the Heart

Jatuporn Calls for Prime Minister’s Resignation as Coalition Parties Withdraw

Bangkok: Mr. Jatuporn Promphan, a lecturer at the People’s Fusion Group, addressed the rally organized by the United Power of the Land, Protecting Thai Sovereignty group, urging the Prime Minister to resign and the coalition parties to withdraw. He emphasized that the rally would conclude by 9:00 p.m., though no decision has been made regarding the escalation of the demonstration.

National Assembly President’s Visit to China Highlights Strong Thai-Chinese Relations

Bangkok: The President of the National Assembly unveiled the outcomes of his visit to China, underscoring the close relations and mutual trust between the two nations. The visit emphasized cooperative efforts in the realms of economy, society, education, and politics, with an optimistic outlook for seamless Thai-Chinese trade across all dimensions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor

Prime Minister Declines to Comment on Cabinet List Amid Royal Approval Awaiting

Bangkok: Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra returned to Bangkok after a visit to Chiang Rai Province, arriving at 3:35 p.m. She was greeted at the reception room of the 2nd Military Airport, Wing 6 (B.6), by Dr. Prommin Lertsuridej, Secretary-General to the Prime Minister, and Ms. Natjaree Anantasilpa, Secretary-General to the Cabinet. According to Thai News Agency, after a brief discussion

Protest Rally Gathers Momentum at Victory Monument as Traffic Worsens

Bangkok: The United Power of the Land group gradually joined the rally at Victory Monument, where leaders performed a religious ceremony before taking the stage to deliver speeches. Traffic around the area became congested and moved slowly as the crowd grew. According to Thai News Agency, stages and speakers have been installed, with the stage facing Victory Monument and Sanam

Promise of Legal Residency Fulfilled for Ethnic Communities in Thailand

Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Settha Thavisin announced on Facebook that a significant promise made to ethnic communities in Chiang Rai has been fulfilled. According to Thai News Agency, Settha expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Paethongtarn Ing Shinawatra for prioritizing the rights of ethnic groups to live legally in Thailand. Settha shared that on July 14, 2024, he promised ethnic communities