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New ban puts homeless in jeopardy
News, Published on 10/08/2023
» Once the winner of a six-million-baht lottery prize, Uan, whose last name is not disclosed, ended up homeless on Ratchadamnoen Avenue when her money dried up.
Revitalise the taxi industry
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/07/2023
» Drivers under the Thai Public Taxi Association wrote on the association's Facebook page, complaining about how the proliferation of electric trains has left many local taxis idle. The association, in particular, pointed the finger at the Yellow Line, which has reduced the number of taxi passengers due to its convenient interchanges with six other electric trains in the capital.
Industry hopes for action on bribery
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/06/2023
» Tourism operators hope the government can work to remove bribery in the industry, notably in night-time entertainment venues and the tour guide business, although the problem is not as severe as in other industries, says the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT).
Phuket looks to move forward
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/06/2023
» The Phuket Tourist Association (PTA) will present proposals to the new government for the island's tourism recovery, which aim to restore the 400 billion baht in income that the island enjoyed in 2019.
Bolt to invest B300m in local expansion
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 12/06/2023
» Estonian super-app Bolt is investing 300 million baht to strengthen its footprint in Thailand as part of its Southeast Asian growth strategy.
Regulate liquor sensibly
Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/06/2023
» Attempts by the Public Health Ministry to propose a new draft law to intensify limits on alcohol consumption have caused a commotion.
Super apps eye other realms
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 24/05/2023
» Super app players are focusing more on non-food delivery businesses to seek new growth opportunities in response to the maturity of the online food delivery service market.
Siam Piwat and TAGTHAi team up to boost tourism with integrated Thailand travel platform
Published on 04/05/2023
» Siam Piwat, a leading property and retail developer that owns and operates world-class destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint venture partner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, is reinforcing its position as 'The Visionary ICON' and amplifying its vision to strengthen the business ecosystem through its 'Co-creation & Collaboration' strategy. As part of this strategy, Siam Piwat has partnered with TAGTHAi, a one-stop digital tourism platform, with the aim of sustainably driving and leveraging the Thai tourism industry. The strategic collaboration has kicked off with the launch of the ONESIAM Pass, which offers a unique and leveraged travel experience to tourists from across the globe, generating income for local businesses and entrepreneurs.
Pros, cons of Thai education
News, Apichin Chitviriyakul, Published on 28/04/2023
» As the Covid-19 pandemic begins to ease, the number of international students looking to study in Thailand's higher education institutions is starting to rise.
A cleaner ride
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 03/04/2023
» Three-wheeled vehicles, or tuk-tuks as they are known, are popular among tourists in Thailand due to their distinctive appearance and ability to provide a unique local experience. However, when start-up company Urban Mobility Tech (UMT) surveyed the pain points of passengers in Bangkok using public transportation, they responded that tuk-tuks did not have a standard price and the vehicles created noise and air pollution. In 2017, UMT decided to launch Muvmi, an electric tuk-tuk company, to provide an environmentally friendly and safe public transportation option to Bangkokians.