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Border traffic up 11% in Jan
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/02/2026
» Thailand's overall border and transit trade in January reached a total value of 161.135 billion baht, a 10.9% increase year-on-year, with China remaining a leading transit market, said deputy government spokeswoman Lalida Persvivatana.
China rice order a 'timely boost'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 24/11/2025
» China's plan to buy 500,000 tonnes of Thai rice is expected to give a timely boost to exports at a time when the United States is applying tariff pressure across the region, says political economist Somjai Phagaphasvivat.
State Railway of Thailand given B18-billion lifeline
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/11/2025
» The cabinet has approved a Ministry of Transport proposal to allow the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) to borrow 18 billion baht in the 2026 fiscal year to cover operating expenses amid continuing financial losses.
Anutin to attend Asean meet in KL
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 23/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will pay an official visit to Malaysia to attend the 47th Asean Summit and related meetings from Oct 25–28 with the aim of promoting regional peace and driving inclusive economic growth.
Finance minister outlines ‘Five Pillars’ strategy
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/10/2025
» The government is moving ahead with its “Five Pillars of the Economy” initiative, combining short-term economic stimulus with long-term structural reforms aimed at improving competitiveness, according to Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Envoys taken on govt-led southern tour
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 03/10/2025
» SONGKHLA: The National Security Council (NSC), in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), has led ambassadors and embassy officials from 21 countries on a three-day visit to Songkhla in a bid to reshape perceptions about safety in Thailand's southern border provinces.
Thai experts urge focus on short-term economic gains
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/09/2025
» Economists warn that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's "economic dream team" has only 4–6 months to show tangible results, urging the administration to focus on short-term stability.
Cabinet list will go to King this week
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 16/09/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed the new cabinet list is complete and will be submitted for royal endorsement within the week.
Caution urged amid major power tensions
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/08/2025
» Amid escalating tensions between the United States and China, experts are urging Thailand to navigate the geopolitical landscape cautiously, preserving national interests rather than following Washington's lead.
Cuts to tourism subsidy programme upset hoteliers
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/05/2025
» Thai hotel operators are disappointed that eligibility for the domestic tourism co-payment promotion has been halved to 500,000 room nights, which they say is insufficient to provide a boost during the low season.