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Things can still get worse
Published on 13/09/2025
» Pheu Thai's populist policies used to be a winning formula but the digital wallet, 20-baht flat fare schemes could return to haunt it v Some observers feel Thaksin going to jail could inspire a reversal of fortunes for the beleaguered former ruling party.
Senate accepts key bill for capped B20 city train fare
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 08/09/2025
» The Senate on Monday accepted for debate a Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) bill that is key to the implementation of a flat-rate train fare for commuters in Greater Bangkok.
Bangkok MRT station flooded during heavy rain
News, Online Reporters, Published on 06/09/2025
» Bangkok commuters experienced flooding on Friday evening as heavy rain affected several areas, including inside the MRT Blue Line station.
National Games 2025: Experience the Thrills in Hong Kong!
Published on 27/08/2025
» For the first time, Hong Kong will join Guangdong and Macao to co-host the 15th National Games (NG) from November 9 to 21, 2025, marking a milestone in regional collaboration that celebrates athletic achievements and unity in the Greater Bay Area through innovation and top-tier facilities.
Flat B20 commuter fare launch faces delay
Published on 26/08/2025
» The planned rollout of the highly anticipated 20-baht-flat mass-transport fare in Greater Bangkok in October is likely to be delayed, with the key enabling bills mired down in parliament.
Commuter registration starts for flat ฿20 city fares
Online Reporters, Published on 25/08/2025
» Registration for a 20-baht flat fare on Bangkok mass transit lines started on Monday, although the relevant legislation has yet to be approved by parliament.
E-ticketing coming to six Thai marine parks in October
Post Reporters, Published on 16/08/2025
» E-ticketing will be introduced at six Thai marine national parks from mid-October, allowing visitors to book and pay for admission online, according to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP).
'Progress' in joint rail ticketing bid
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/07/2025
» The government has made significant progress in amending two key regulations which it hopes will pave the way for the introduction of the 20-baht fare cap across Bangkok's electric rail network, Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced yesterday.
Taking on parks graft
Oped, Editorial, Published on 21/07/2025
» For a decade, Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park, especially the world-famous Maya Bay, has stood as a jewel of natural heritage tarnished by corruption. Despite repeated public outcries and half-hearted reform efforts, fee leakages and graft run wild.
Flat fare a good start
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/07/2025
» The 20-baht flat fare for electric trains that will run from Oct 1 this year to Sept 30 next year is a welcome move to ease the cost of living for city commuters.