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Treasury touts stalled Mo Chit project
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Treasury Department is moving ahead with the long-delayed land development project at the old Mo Chit bus terminal site, which has dragged on for more than 30 years, with a conclusion expected by September.
New land appraisal prices to have limited impact
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 21/01/2026
» A new round of land appraisal prices to be effective in 2027 is expected to increase land prices along mass transit lines in Bangkok and surrounding areas by no more than 10%, attributed to the ongoing economic slowdown.
Ministers urged to act fast
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/09/2025
» If the planned stimulus measures are implemented wisely and reinforced by public confidence in the new government's economic team, they could generate momentum for the Thai economy, enabling it to move forward and break free from stagnation, says Kiatanantha Lounkaew, an economics professor at Thammasat University.
Thailand touts 0.8% growth boost from casino complex
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 05/06/2025
» The government says an entertainment complex featuring a casino will still be an economic growth engine with the Finance Ministry projecting it will drive a 0.8% increase in GDP.
Ministries eye concessions for Bangkok train lines
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/09/2024
» The Finance Ministry and Transport Ministry have begun exploring the idea of acquiring the concessions for seven electric train lines, valued at roughly 500 billion baht, to bring them under state ownership.
Seeking new engines of growth
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 22/07/2024
» About 40 years ago, natural gas was discovered in the Gulf of Thailand, creating excitement across the country. This period marked the dawn of Thailand's golden era. Following this discovery, the Eastern Seaboard Development Project was initiated to develop the eastern coastal region. Foreign investment poured in, enabling the economy to expand at a double-digit rate while raising hopes that Thailand would become Asia's fifth tiger.
Cabinet approves Bangkok's Orange Line route
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 17/07/2024
» The cabinet on Tuesday gave the green light for Bangkok Expressway and Metro Plc (BEM) to kick off the western route project of the Orange Line, according to government spokesman Chai Wacharonke.
Tapping a vast market
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/02/2024
» The restoration of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Saudi Arabia in 2022 following a 30-year break has created new opportunities for Thailand to tap into demand for its halal products in Middle Eastern markets.
Agency predicts completion of railway bridge by 2029
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 06/12/2023
» The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (Neda) expects the new bridge facilitating the Thailand-China high-speed train project's crossing between Thailand and Laos to be completed by 2029.
Defining the goals of zero-based budgets
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/06/2023
» Zero-based budgeting (ZBB) is one of the policies included in the 23-point memorandum of understanding signed by leaders of eight political parties seeking to form a new coalition government following the general election.