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2025 a 'turning point' for Bangkok
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/01/2026
» From a collapsing road to contentious transit debts, tighter pet rules and higher rubbish fees, 2025 marked a turning point in how Bangkok governs itself.
Big shakeup for city pet owners
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/05/2025
» A quietly announced law will usher in sweeping changes to pet ownership in Bangkok early next year. While the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Ordinance on Animal Keeping and Release Control 2024 has flown under the radar for many, its impact -- particularly on dog and cat owners -- could be profound when it comes into force on Jan 10.
Bangkok eyes curbing water monitor numbers
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/02/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is considering measures to control the growing population of water monitors in Lumpini Park and the canal along Rama IV Road.
Businesses tackle global challenges to push sustainability
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 04/10/2024
» Ensuring sustainable development requires all sectors to join the fight against global problems, including extreme weather and lack of food security, one of Thailand’s top business leaders told a seminar on Friday.
More ‘alien’ fish found in Bangkok
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 13/07/2024
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is working with the Department of Fisheries to curb the population of blackchin tilapia, which is increasing in three Bangkok districts. The invasive species is causing trouble for farmers as it preys on smaller fish.
Thailand's population falls slightly
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/02/2024
» Thailand's population fell slightly year-on-year in 2023, according to the Interior Ministry.
BMA to build new hospital in Sai Mai
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 30/10/2023
» City Hall is planning to build a hospital in Sai Mai district, after Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt found the capital's second-most populous district is not served by any hospitals affiliated with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.
New hospital planned in Bangkok's Sai Mai district
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 29/10/2023
» City Hall is planning to build a hospital in Sai Mai district, after Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt found the capital’s second-most populous district is not served by any hospitals affiliated with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).
PM hails growth in Thai-Chinese trading ties
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 28/06/2023
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has hailed the rapid growth in Thai-Chinese trading ties that has led to the expansion of economic and trade cooperation in Shandong, a coastal province in eastern China.
BMA prepares for 'super-aged societies'
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 09/03/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) held a workshop to launch the so-called Urban Sandbox: Klang Model at BMA General Hospital, which aims to improve healthcare for the increasing number of elderly people in Bangkok's inner-city areas.