Bangkok: The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has initiated talks with telecommunications service providers to align with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society’s policy of introducing “Half-Half Net” packages aimed at alleviating the financial burden on citizens. The NBTC has also sought collaboration in promoting the transition to 4G-5G-compatible smartphones as part of the “Half-Half Plus” program. According

Bangkok: Thai gold prices experienced significant fluctuations today, changing a total of 38 times, as they fell in line with global markets. The prices are temporarily consolidating but are anticipated to reach 70,000 baht by the end of the year. Concurrently, the Thai stock market saw a surge in capital inflows, maintaining levels above 1,300 points. According to Thai News

Bangkok: Sara Lamsam received the “Happy Family” award from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, presented by the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development, at the Family Fair (FAM FESTIVAL 2025). According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), through the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development (DWF), is organizing

Incheon: APEC Finance Ministers expressed concerns about the risks of digital inequality and recommended the responsible use of AI. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekniti Nitithanpraphas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, participated in the 32nd APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting (APEC FMM) and the 4th APEC Structural Reform Ministerial Meeting (APEC SRMM) held from October 21-23, 2025, in

Samut prakan: The Ministry of Industry has ordered the closure of Fiberpat Paper Factory and Thung Thong Loha Factory in Samut Prakan Province for violating the Factory Act. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkhongchana, the Minister of Industry, has dispatched a comprehensive team led by Mr. Thapakorn Kulcharoen, Secretary to the Minister of Industry, to inspect the two

Bangkok: CIMB’s net profit for the first nine months of this year decreased due to increased provisions for doubtful accounts. Mr. Wut Thanittiraphorn, President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMB Thai Bank Public Company Limited, revealed the operating results of the bank group for the first nine months of this year (Jan.-Sep. 2025). Net profit was 1,830.4 million baht, a

Bangkok: The Cabinet meeting has approved the appointment of Mr. Narin Paowanit as the new Governor of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT). Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, announced that the appointment was based on a proposal from the Ministry of Energy. The new position for Mr. Narin will be effective from the date of

Bangkok: The Permanent Secretary of the Treasury has disclosed a situation where workers are receiving only 2,000 baht in subsidies due to late tax filings, despite expectations of a higher amount. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Lawaron Sangsanit, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, announced that numerous villagers who applied for the “Half-Half Plus” program, which is