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Ministry of Energy and OIC Step In to Support Bombed Gas Station Owner in Cambodia

Bangkok: The Ministry of Energy, in collaboration with the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC), is taking steps to assist the owner of a PTT Station in Ban Phue, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, after a BM21 grenade launched from Cambodia caused substantial damage to the station. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Kamolrat Phonsettalert, the affected gas station owner, lodged a

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

Dr. Niwet Urges Government to Act Swiftly to Revive Thai Stock Market Confidence

Bangkok: Dr. Niwet Meewachiravarakorn has recommended that the government accelerate efforts to restore investor confidence in the Thai stock market. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Niwet acknowledged the current lack of appeal of Thai stocks and stressed the urgent need for government intervention to boost confidence in safety, crack down on call center gangs, and fight corruption. He emphasized

Ministry of Commerce Launches Aid Initiative for Thai-Cambodian Border Entrepreneurs

Ubon ratchathani: The Ministry of Commerce is swiftly moving to support entrepreneurs affected by the situation on the Thai-Cambodian border. Minister of Commerce Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, accompanied by Deputy Minister Mr. Chantawit Tantasith, led a delegation to Ubon Ratchathani Province, where they distributed 1,000 relief bags to those impacted at two temporary shelters in Det Udom District. According to Thai

Thai Academics Caution Against Overoptimism on 19% US Import Tariff Deal

Bangkok: Academics believe the 19% tax deal will help factories avoid relocation, but will not impact supply chains. According to Thai News Agency, the recent agreement reached by Thailand on a 19% tariff rate with the United States, comparable to that of ASEAN countries, is viewed by academics as a temporary relief rather than a comprehensive solution. Associate Professor Dr.

Thailand Secures U.S. Trade Deal, Boosting GDP Growth Outlook

Bangkok: Kasikorn Research Center expects Thailand’s GDP to grow by 1.5% in 2025 following the finalization of a US tariff deal. According to Thai News Agency, the agreement has resulted in an improved tariff rate of 19%, which supports the economic outlook for Thailand in 2025. The Kasikorn Research Center announced that on August 1, 2025, the United States implemented