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One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
Expressway projects in pipeline
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/09/2025
» The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) plans 11 new expressway projects covering 170 kilometres, with a total investment exceeding 273 billion baht to expand nationwide connectivity.
Senate panel wants Land Bridge project put on hold
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 16/09/2025
» A Senate committee on Monday urged the Bhumjaithai-led government to put the ambitious Land Bridge project on hold, citing a lack of input by local communities in its study and public hearing stages.
Samui sea-bridge project expected to reach cabinet next year
Online Reporters, Published on 15/09/2025
» The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) plans to seek cabinet approval to build a bridge connecting the southern mainland and Koh Samui in late 2026, with construction to commence two years later.
BEM’s 17th Conquering TCAS Inspires Thai Students
Published on 05/09/2025
» Bangkok, September 5, 2025 - Throughout the journey of the “BEM Conquering TCAS” project, stories have been passed down from generation to generation, with word of mouth spreading each year’s experience. The programme has consistently received overwhelming feedback from students who joined in past editions. It has become BEM’s flagship annual project—BEM being Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited—dedicated to supporting education and creating equal opportunities for high school students in Bangkok and nearby provinces. Moreover, the project extends its reach nationwide through online channels, giving students across all four regions the chance to prepare confidently for their path into university.
Govt's ambitious land bridge project 'puts residents at risk'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 29/08/2025
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for the suspension of the government's ambitious Ranong-Chumphon land bridge project pending broader public hearings.
MRTA to speed up bidding on four lines
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/08/2025
» The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) plans to accelerate bidding for four electric rail projects valued at more than 128 billion baht to improve connectivity and access.
Slogans urge Tibetans to assimilate under Chinese rule
Kyodo News, Published on 13/08/2025
» NYINGCHI — As the plane touches down at the airport in Nyingchi, in China's remote eastern Tibetan Autonomous Region, the slogan "Long live ethnic unity!" can be seen written in massive Chinese characters along the base of a nearby mountain.
Bangkok Land eyes major new stadium
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/08/2025
» SET-listed Bangkok Land is planning a new 45,000-seat stadium costing up to 10 billion baht on a scale similar to Rajamangala National Stadium, located at the Thunder Dome site and the adjacent football stadium in Muang Thong Thani, viewing a five-year development plan.
Cabinet approves B20 Bangkok train fare cap
Online Reporters, Published on 08/07/2025
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to cap all train fares in Greater Bangkok at 20 baht from Oct 1 to help commuters reduce travel costs and entice drivers to switch to mass transit.