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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.
SSF spending triggers fury
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/01/2026
» Concerns about transparency and efficiency of Social Security Fund (SSF) spending have surfaced after Rukchanok Srinork, a People's Party MP candidate, highlighted cases of SSF money being used for "questionable projects".
Thaksin flies out, Pheu Thai in freefall
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 06/09/2025
» Thaksin Shinawatra's abrupt departure to Dubai has dealt a heavy blow to the Pheu Thai Party as it made a last-ditch effort, albeit unsuccessfully, to remain at the helm. Many see the latest developments as a final curtain for the embattled party.
Sign-up for flat rail fare starts Monday
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 22/08/2025
» The Transport Ministry is urging Thais to sign up for the government's flat-rate electric train fare in Bangkok, the registration for which is scheduled to open on Monday.
Calls for new mums to get more leave
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/08/2025
» A Thammasat University academic has backed calls to extend Thailand's maternity leave from 98 to 180 days as part of an effort to help the country tackle its declining birth rate.
People's Party backs plan to launch US tariff talks
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 04/04/2025
» The People's Party (PP) says it is on board with the government's plan to launch trade negotiations with the United States after US President Donald Trump announced a 37% tariff on Thai imports on Wednesday.
Charter rewrite faces major setbacks
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 22/02/2025
» Political parties, particularly those in the government coalition, have shown their true colours as the charter amendment process unfolds. Meanwhile, amid it all, the opposition People's Party has shown that it remains committed to changing the junta-sponsored supreme law of the country into one that is more democratic.
Experts urge action as declining birth rate set to hit Thai workforce
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/02/2025
» The government must take immediate action to reverse Thailand's declining birth rate, an expert warned, saying that if the trend continues, the nation's workforce will shrink.
PM wants to step up budget spending
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 29/01/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has asked state agencies to accelerate the disbursement of the investment budget, as only 18% has been spent since the fiscal year began on Oct 1.
No evidence of graft in gym inquiry
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 28/01/2025
» The investigation into alleged graft in the procurement of exercise equipment for seven recreation and sports centres across the capital has found no evidence of wrongdoing.