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Short-term help expected
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 06/10/2025
» The government led by Anutin Charnvirakul began its term on Oct 1 under a four-month mandate, ahead of the expected dissolution of parliament and upcoming general elections.
Igniting an investment revolution
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 25/08/2025
» As global priorities shift towards sustainability, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment has become increasingly popular for businesses transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
KBank offers unusual early retirement scheme
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 25/08/2025
» Driven by the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) disruption, Kasikornbank (KBank) has introduced a special early retirement (ER) programme for employees aged 45 and older, with several other banks reportedly offering similar initiatives.
1% GDP growth impacts will be severe
Oped, Chartchai Parasuk, Published on 21/08/2025
» Where did I get the idea that GDP growth in the second half of 2025 would only be 1.0%? The answer is the government, as the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) told me so.
The mother of all Thai Mother's Day lists
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 07/08/2025
» Thai Mother's Day is in six days (Aug 12) and it’s time to give back to the special woman who has been through thick and thin with you. Guru By Bangkok Post has created a roundup of Mother’s Day specials to honour the queen in your life.
Why Thai people type '5555' to laugh online (and what '525255' means)
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 01/08/2025
» In Thai online spaces, you'll frequently encounter "5555" following sentences or standing alone as a response. This serves as the Thai equivalent to "haha" or "lol" in English, or "jajajaja" in Spanish.
Pundits see further rate cuts this year
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 01/08/2025
» The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has room to cut the interest rate more than once for the remainder of this year to shore up the economy if the US tariff on Thai goods is not competitive with regional peers, say pundits.
Analysts: War threatens Thai economy
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 30/06/2025
» Amonthep Chawla, chief economist at CIMB Thai Bank (CIMBT), said even though tensions have eased, the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East remain a threat to the Thai economy, in addition to US President Donald Trump's tariffs and the border dispute with Cambodia.
Gother Targets Top 3 Travel Platform in Thailand
Published on 11/06/2025
» Gother, a rising star in Thailand’s digital travel landscape, is setting its sights on becoming one of the country’s top three travel platforms by 2027. Operated by Search Engine Optimization Co., Ltd.—a joint venture between Beacon Venture Capital (Kasikornbank) and Krungthai Ventures (Krungthai Bank)—Gother has seen rapid adoption since its official launch in 2024, recording an impressive 300% business growth within just seven months.
Macao Wonder Roadshow Returns to Siam Paragon
Published on 06/06/2025
» Bangkok, June 6, 2025 – Bangkok is once again embracing the spirit of Macao as the “Macao Wonder” roadshow returns from June 6–8, 2025, hosted by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). More than just a travel fair, this immersive three-day event showcases the dynamic fusion of East and West that defines Macao—through exhibitions, performances, interactive activities, and exclusive travel promotions tailored for Thai travellers.