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Weak demand results in suspension of 4 power plants
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 29/10/2025
» Sluggish economic growth has prompted energy authorities to halt the operations of four power plants and delay the opening of a fifth to avoid a financial burden for electricity producers and buyers, says Energy Minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon.
Ekniti submits new savings account plan
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/10/2025
» The Finance Ministry plans to call for a new individual savings account (ISA) as a tax-deductible savings instrument to replace the retirement mutual fund (RMF) and long-term equity fund (LTF) schemes.
Anutin calls for even closer Asean-China relations
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has called for comprehensive cooperation between Asean and China to advance regional peace, strengthen supply chains, and promote the development of free trade, green growth, and digital economies.
CP Group, True, and Microsoft Forge AI Partnership
Published on 28/10/2025
» Amid Thailand’s rapid digital transformation, a landmark collaboration has been announced that will shape the nation’s AI and Cloud future. On 28 October 2025, Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), True Corporation, and True Internet Data Center (True IDC) entered into a strategic partnership with Microsoft to accelerate Thailand’s digital advancement and position the country as a leading regional hub for trusted Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cloud innovation. This collaboration unites the collective strengths of CP Group’s diverse business ecosystem, True’s nationwide digital platforms, and True IDC’s data centre and cloud expertise with Microsoft’s global technology leadership to drive sustainable growth, enhance competitiveness, and create long-term value. The partnership is guided by CP Group’s enduring philosophy of the “Three Benefits” – for the country, the people, and the organisation.
Eased alcohol rules 'could strain healthcare'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 28/10/2025
» The Centre for Alcohol Studies (CAS) has voiced concerns that the government's proposals to lift zoning restrictions on alcohol sales and extend the opening hours of nightlife venues nationwide to 4am could strain the country's public health system.
Exports expected to grow by up to 10.4%
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 28/10/2025
» The Ministry of Commerce estimates that exports will grow by 9.4-10.4% this year, driven by clearer US tariffs, global economic recovery and rising demand for digital technology products, agricultural products and food.
Building a better future together
Oped, Published on 28/10/2025
» In just a few days, the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Economic Leaders' Meeting will be held in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea, from the Oct 31 to Nov 1. As this year's host, Korea is working its final preparations to welcome delegates from 20 member economies, including Thailand, to ensure a successful and productive outcome.
Trump returns to Asean with a bang
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 28/10/2025
» The Asean chair, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, said it all. Acknowledging US President Donald Trump's presence during the signing ceremony on Thailand-Cambodia relations on Sunday, he stated: "We, of course, admire your tenacity and courage because the world needs leaders who promote peace strongly."
Concerns raised over extended drinking hours
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/10/2025
» The Centre for Alcohol Studies (CAS) has voiced concerns that the government’s proposals to lift zoning restrictions on alcohol sales and extend the opening hours of nightlife venues nationwide to 4am could strain the country’s public health system.
New plan to address bad debt
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 27/10/2025
» The Finance Ministry plans to present to the cabinet a plan to address bad debts owed by 3.8 million small-scale borrowers with a total debt value of 120 billion baht.