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PTT Collaborates with National Energy Policy Council to Advance Energy Research for Net Zero

Bangkok: PTT Public Company Limited and the Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCE) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on research, innovation, and the development of mechanisms to support climate change technologies in pursuit of Thailand’s Net Zero target. According to Thai News Agency, PTT announced that this collaboration will concentrate on exchanging and enhancing cooperation in

Chao Kengchon Appointed to Monetary Policy Committee

Bangkok: Mr. Chaow Kengchan has been selected as a new member of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jiranuwat Thanyacharoen, Secretary of the Bank of Thailand Board, announced that during the Bank of Thailand Board meeting held on July 30, 2025, Mr. Chaow Kengchon was appointed as a qualified member of the MPC. He is

CAAT Approves AOT’s New Service Rates to Boost Revenue Collection

Bangkok: Ms. Paweena Jariyathitipong, Acting Director-General of Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), announced that the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has approved new service rates for the 400 Hz electrical system and the PC-AIR air conditioning system. These systems are integral to the Ground Service Equipment and Maintenance Facility services at Suvarnabhumi Airport’s Secondary Concourse 1 (SAT-1).

Thai Stocks Rally as SET Index Climbs in Morning Session

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) closed this morning at 1,244.19 points, marking an increase of 14.79 points, or 1.20%, with a trading value of approximately 28,268.84 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the morning trading session saw the index rise to a high of 1,246.61 points, while the lowest recorded point was 1,233.44. This positive movement in

CPF Hires Families of Soldiers Killed in Thai-Cambodian Clashes

Bangkok: Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) has announced its decision to hire the families of soldiers who were killed in the recent Thai-Cambodian border clash, emphasizing that the sacrifices of these “heroes” must not be in vain. According to Thai News Agency, CPF stated that it seeks to honor the brave soldiers who laid down their lives to

Start the Tunnel Boring Machine for the Purple Line, Saphan Phut-Sam Yot

Bangkok: The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has commenced the drilling of a tunnel beneath the Chao Phraya River as part of the Purple Line extension project. This development is under contract for three sections, stretching from Phan Fa to Saphan Phut, marking a significant progression in the city’s transport infrastructure. According to Thai News Agency, the latest

EGAT Launches Thailand’s First State Enterprise Sustainability-Linked Bond

Bangkok: EGAT is advancing its financial strategies to promote national sustainability with the introduction of its Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB), valued at 2 billion baht and maturing over five years. This marks a significant milestone as EGAT becomes the first Thai state enterprise to issue an SLB connected to sustainability indicators and goals. According to Thai News Agency, the Electricity Generating

Thai Stock Market Sees Positive Close with an Increase of 11.07 Points

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed up 11.07 points. The Stock Exchange of Thailand ended the day at 1,229.40 points, marking an increase of 11.07 points, equivalent to a 0.91% rise, with a trading value of 44,358.92 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, analysts had anticipated a better-than-expected rally in the Thai stock market, noting a short-term rebound similar to recoveries