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US-Thailand Trade Talks Unaffected by Thailand-Cambodia Conflict

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce confirmed it will proceed with trade negotiations with the United States, despite the ongoing conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, without affecting economic relations. The Ministry is also working to accelerate expansion into new markets to reduce reliance on any single market. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Minister of Commerce, addressed concerns that

Bhumibol Dam Declared Stable, No Spillway Opening Required

Bangkok: Bhumibol Dam has been declared stable with no need to open its spillway, according to Mr. Paitoon Kengkanchang, Deputy Secretary-General of the Office of National Water Resources (ONWR). He reported that the dam’s water inflow is equal to its outflow, calming concerns about potential spillway operations similar to those in 2011. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Paitoon shared

Gold Prices Surge as US Federal Shutdown Ends, Baht Strengthens

Bangkok: Gold prices surged again, boosted by falling US Treasury yields and the reopening of federal government agencies, with President Donald Trump signing a temporary spending bill into law, ending the longest US government shutdown in history at 43 days. According to Thai News Agency, the Gold Traders Association reported that as of 10:58 a.m. today, the Thai gold price

Thailand and China Sign Protocol to Boost Agricultural Exports

Bangkok: “Thailand-China” has signed a protocol to open the export market for royal jelly and pollen, a move aimed at elevating Thai agricultural products and increasing opportunities for farmers. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao visited the People’s Republic of China for this significant event. According to Thai News Agency, Lt. Col. Thammanat

AIS and GC’s Green Initiative Engages Over 50 Universities in Waste Management

Bangkok: AIS and GC have announced the success of the “Green University: Leave, Turn, Let the World Remember Upvel 3” project, which has inspired the new generation to drive a green society and establish a network of over 50 eco-friendly universities nationwide. According to Thai News Agency, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) has entered its third year of

Constitutional Drafting Committee Selection Process Unveiled by Parliamentary Committee

Bangkok: The Constitutional Amendment Committee has made significant strides in shaping the origins of the committee responsible for drafting the new constitution. The committee, which has received approval from the Election Commission, consists of 100 members who have already submitted their applications. These applications include a detailed outline of their vision and ideology, which will undergo public scrutiny before being

Thailand Reduces Rice Export Fees to Boost Global Trade Opportunities

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce has reduced rice export fees to support farmers and small businesses going international and expanding the Thai rice market globally. According to Thai News Agency, the new Ministerial Regulation on Rice Trade Fees (No. 2) B.E. 2568 (2025) will be effective from November 7, 2025, waiving rice export license fees for farmers and cooperatives while

Bank of Thailand Partners with Bank of England and Monetary Authority of Singapore for FX Settlement System

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bank of England (BoE) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to collaboratively develop and test a prototype payment system aimed at enhancing foreign exchange transactions. This Synchronised FX Settlement system is expected to increase efficiency and mitigate settlement risks associated with foreign exchange