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'No plan' for VAT rate hike
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/02/2026
» The incoming Bhumjaithai-led administration will not raise the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 10% over the next three years, a BJT executive said, adding that the party's immediate focus is economic recovery.
Poll pledges 'not sustainable'
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI) said the campaign pledges reported to the Election Commission by five major political parties taking part in the election on Sunday could place an unsustainable burden on the country's finances.
People's Party questions tax breaks in US pact
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 29/10/2025
» The People's Party (PP) has questioned whether Thailand has offered excessive tax concessions to the United States to secure its recently announced strategic partnership, drawing comparisons with similar agreements signed by Vietnam and Malaysia.
Academic bangs the drum for delayed retirement age
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 08/10/2025
» A scholar at Thammasat University has backed the idea of extending the age of retirement to 65, given the challenges posed by an ageing society, saying that retaining the current threshold could lead many retirees to struggle financially in the years to come.
PM slams critics of casinos
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has lashed out at critics of the proposed casino entertainment complex, accusing political rivals of playing games to sow public confusion and inflame opposition.
Thailand awaits US nod for tariff talks date: PM
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 29/04/2025
» Thailand is waiting for the United States to give a reply on when it will hold talks on trade tariffs, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said.
Steel supplier in invoice strife
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/04/2025
» The Revenue Department has filed a criminal complaint against Xin Ke Yuan Steel Co, which supplied steel for the construction of the State Audit Office (SAO) building before its collapse, for fabricating more than 7,000 invoices worth over 200 million baht.
Thai govt ‘slow to react’ to tremors
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 31/03/2025
» The Senate on Monday took the government to task for what it said was a slow response to Friday’s earthquake in Myanmar that saw strong tremors sweep across Thailand.
Mahidol University to set up 'living drug' factory
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/03/2025
» Mahidol University has launched the Mahidol University Foundation Fund for Sustainability as part of efforts to enhance medical research and innovation capabilities.
Concern as vaping soars among teens
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/02/2025
» Civil networks have unanimously agreed the e-cigarette issue should be elevated to a national agenda item following a tenfold increase in the number of young vapers in just one year.