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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.
Flat-rate interest for leasing on the way out
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/08/2025
» The use of flat-rate interest calculation in the vehicle leasing business should be scrapped in the interest of fairness to borrowers, according to a government committee tasked with addressing household debt.
Candidate put forward for Bank of Thailand chair role
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/02/2025
» The Finance Ministry has nominated Somchai Sujjapongse, a former finance permanent secretary, as a candidate for chairman of the Bank of Thailand's board.
Ministry nominates Somchai Sujjapongse
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 07/02/2025
» The Finance Ministry has nominated Somchai Sujjapongse, a former finance permanent secretary, as a candidate for the new board chairman of the Bank of Thailand, replacing Kittiratt Na-Ranong.
Time for a younger BoT chief: DPM
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 20/01/2025
» The next governor of the Bank of Thailand (BoT) should come from the younger generation with a broad vision and forward-looking perspective as the financial situation today is evolving rapidly, Deputy Prime Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Sunday.
Central bank chair headhunters consider asking for new candidates
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 04/01/2025
» The selection committee for a new board chairman of the Bank of Thailand must decide whether to proceed with the original list of candidates or ask the Finance Ministry to submit a new list.
Pichai backs Kittiratt for post
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/12/2024
» Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira says he believes Kittiratt Na-Ranong, a candidate for the new chairman of the Bank of Thailand, should still be eligible for the role despite having previously served as an advisor to the prime minister.
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.