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B150bn motorway projects head for bidding this year
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/02/2026
» The Department of Highways (DoH) has announced plans to open bidding this year for several major motorway projects, with a combined investment value exceeding 150 billion baht.
New Mekong riverside road due March next year
News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/02/2026
» The Naka Vithi Mekong riverside road project, aimed at boosting cross-border trade, transport and tourism between Thailand and Laos, is expected to be completed by March next year, the Department of Rural Roads (DRR) said.
Report flags poverty and ageing society as threats
Post Reporters, Published on 01/02/2026
» Thailand is facing a “perfect storm” as a low birth rate, persistent poverty and a rapidly ageing society place mounting pressure on the tax base, welfare system and social structure, says the Equitable Education Fund (EEF).
Defining moments of 2025
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/12/2025
» The 'Bangkok Post' has highlighted major events that shaped the news this year. These events have had a profound impact on people's daily lives, prompted shifts in government policy, and influenced public sentiment.
Phuket expressway to be toll-free, tunnel smaller
Post Reporters, Published on 01/11/2025
» PHUKET - Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has ordered a major revision of the Kathu-Patong expressway project, converting it from a tollway to a toll-free public highway, to reduce expenses for people living on the tourist island.
Tributes continue to pour in for late queen
News, Post Reporters, Published on 28/10/2025
» World leaders and international organisations continue to express their condolences over the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, as government institutions and members of the public pay tribute to her enduring legacy of service and compassion.
Two key bridge projects prioritised in South
News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/10/2025
» The Department of Rural Roads (DRR) has been directed to accelerate the disbursement of its 53-billion-baht budget for the 2026 fiscal year, with priority given to two major bridge projects in the southern region aimed at reducing travel time, improving safety, and boosting the regional economy.
Highways Dept stresses 10 policies
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/10/2025
» The Department of Highways (DoH) plans to implement 10 urgent policies, costing 131 billion baht, focusing on safety improvement for both road users and construction workers.
Contractors adapt ahead of 'report card' system
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/10/2025
» The long-awaited "contractor report card" system is still pending final approval from the new finance minister, according to Department of Highways (DoH) Director-General Piyapong Jiwatanakulpaisan.
Rivers pose threat in North
Post Reporters, Published on 30/09/2025
» Authorities are urging caution in northern and upper northeastern Thailand, where heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers remain likely over the next couple of days, despite Typhoon Bualoi having weakened into a strong low-pressure system.