Bangkok: The Chamber of Commerce opposes the new draft Labor Protection Act, stating that employers must be heard from all sides. The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) believes the draft could affect competitiveness, elevate employment costs, and requires detailed consideration of employers’ viewpoints. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Poj Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the

Bangkok: Bangkok Bank’s net profit for the third quarter of 2025 reached 13.789 billion baht, marking an increase of more than 10% compared to the same period last year. According to Thai News Agency, the bank’s net profit for the first nine months of 2025 was 38.247 billion baht, representing a 9.9% increase. Despite this growth, the Thai economy remains

Bangkok: Mallika Jiraphanwanich, Deputy Minister of Transport, confirmed that the “Digital Taxi Meter” is a development and upgrade concept for Thai taxis. She emphasized that there will be no fare increase and is confident that all parties involved will benefit. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Mallika, along with Mr. Panya Chuphanich, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport,

Bangkok: The Mall Group is redefining the vegetarian experience through a transformative event, “The Mall Lifestyle Store The Jay Generation – Enjoy Jay with Every Generation,” which is being held from now until October 27, 2025, across all The Mall Lifestyle Store branches and The Mall Korat. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Woralak Tulaphorn, Chief Marketing Officer of The

Bangkok: The Deputy Minister of Agriculture has announced that 2026 will be a pivotal year for Thai agricultural promotion. This development will be driven by digital technology, enhancing FDA and Halal standards for the global market, and aiming to develop strong Thai farmers with stable incomes. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Amin Mayuso, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives,

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