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Govt signs secrecy pact ahead of US trade talks
Published on 22/06/2025
» Thailand has signed a non-disclosure agreement with the United States as a formal step towards launching trade negotiations, says Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
Vision statements pending from six central bank candidates
Published on 20/06/2025
» Six of the seven candidates to be the next Bank of Thailand governor have passed the qualification round and are scheduled to present their vision for the institution on June 24.
Stimulus projects to go before panel
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 18/06/2025
» Stimulus projects seeking funding from the allocated budget of 157 billion baht are scheduled to go before the Economic Stimulus Committee on Wednesday.
Provincial authorities ordered to withdraw funding
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/06/2025
» The Budget Bureau has reportedly instructed the chairs of provincial administrative organisations (PAOs) to withdraw funding requests for a drought management scheme worth over 51.5 billion baht, amid allegations of political interference in budget allocations.
EV subsidy suspensions to be clarified
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Thai government is looking to revise the rules for subsidy payments to electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, as it seeks to clarify the conditions for suspending payments to firms unable to meet local production requirements.
Teacher commits suicide, burdened by overload of extra work
News, Online Reporters, Published on 17/06/2025
» A 39-year-old teacher committed suicide at her home in Buri Ram, leaving a note saying she was overwhelmed by the pressures placed on her at work.
Candidates vie for post of governor
Business, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Bank of Thailand is preparing to welcome a new governor as the incumbent, Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, is scheduled to complete his term on Sept 30, 2025. The selection process for this crucial role is highly anticipated, given the significant economic challenges facing Thailand and the importance of central bank leadership in shaping monetary policy and financial stability.
Contractors to be graded via 'report card' system
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/06/2025
» The Ministry of Transport is set to implement a "contractor report card" system from August, aimed at tightening oversight and accountability of contractors working on public infrastructure projects.
Projects must 'move the needle'
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/06/2025
» Economic stimulus projects seeking funding from allocated budget of 157 billion baht must be sufficiently large to move the needle and effectively address targeted problems, says Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat.
Govt probes high price of SKYY9 building deal
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/06/2025
» The Labour Minister will establish a committee to investigate the Social Security Office's (SSO) purchase of the SKYY9 building after the findings of a special committee indicated it was snapped up for a grossly inflated price.