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Reform lending laws
Oped, Postbag, Published on 03/09/2025
» Re: "Buy now, bankrupt later", (Business, Sept 1). Little is ever said about the so-called many (often SET-listed) prolific finance companies here, which charge very high interest rates, levy late fees very quickly, and impose other strict rules that are often, may we say, not very consumer-finance friendly.
B50 and B100 banknotes switch to polymer
Published on 29/08/2025
» The Bank of Thailand will introduce new 50- and 100-baht banknotes made from special polymer material, with circulation to begin in November, according to Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput.
Top official accused of demanding kickback in Mukdahan
Online Reporters, Published on 22/08/2025
» The permanent secretary of Mukdahan Provincial Administrative Organisation has been detained by police on allegations of corruption.
Stablecoin explosion fuels liquidity, not yet money
News, Published on 16/08/2025
» Treasury market bulwark or catalyst for a liquidity bubble? No one's sure whether the now government-blessed "stablecoin" explosion will juice or destabilise the economy.
Are damaged Thai banknotes still usable?
Patiparn Changpoo, Published on 17/07/2025
» Whether damaged Thai banknotes are accepted generally depends on the discretion of individual vendors. Minor damage, such as a small tear at the corner, often does not prevent their use for payment.
A 10-day journey across snowy Iran
Roger Crutchley, Published on 22/06/2025
» Watching events unfold in the Middle East last week sparked memories of the brief time I spent in Iran a long time ago in more peaceful times. In February 1969 I travelled across the northern part of the nation during an overland trip from London to New Delhi. The country was still run by the Shah who was overthrown 10 years later in the Iranian Revolution.
The 1970 visa run into a war zone
Roger Crutchley, Published on 15/06/2025
» The Thai/Cambodian border has been in the news lately and let's hope everything is sorted out quickly and amicably. It sparked memories of the first time I crossed into Cambodia from Thailand back in October 1970. Now that's a long time ago.
Celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day and 120 Years Together
Published on 17/05/2025
» Today, 17 May 2025, marks a special day for all Norwegians — Norwegian Constitution Day. On this occasion, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, in collaboration with the Thai-Norwegian Chamber of Commerce, is proud to highlight the unique tradition of celebrating the day, commemorating the signing of the Constitution 211 years ago in 1814.
Bangkok to Host Global Digital Currency Conference
Published on 14/05/2025
» The Digital Currency Conference 2025 will take place from 28–29 May at The Athenee Hotel Bangkok, following the Currency Conference. Organised by Currency Research, the event will convene over 400 participants from more than 60 central banks, government agencies, and private firms to explore the evolving digital currency landscape.
New banknotes hard to find ahead of Chinese New Year
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/01/2025
» Demand for newly printed banknotes has surged ahead of the Chinese New Year festival, resulting in a shortage of fresh notes.