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Stock Exchange of Thailand casts aside taboos
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/01/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) is on the cusp of a progressive reform that could inject much-needed vitality into our capital market.
Cheers for the absurd rules
Oped, Editorial, Published on 12/11/2025
» The amended alcohol control legislation that imposes fines on individuals who continue drinking alcoholic beverages during restricted hours -- particularly between 2pm and 5pm -- has left the government in hot water.
Alcohol plans baffle industry
Editorial, Published on 21/09/2025
» The revised alcohol control law, while keeping strict restrictions on alcohol sales intact, is creating confusion among citizens and business operators -- particularly those in the advertising sector.
Future-proof the economy
News, Editorial, Published on 17/03/2025
» Since the beginning of the year, the Thai stock market has sharply declined more than 300 points, or more than 20%, ranking among the worst-performing markets globally. This downturn raises grave concerns that policymakers must directly address.
Vape dilemma heats up
Oped, Editorial, Published on 15/03/2025
» Photos of Chorayuth Chatupornprasith, MP of the People's Party, vaping in parliament have caused a stir, especially as there are parliamentary moves to revise policies for e-cigarettes, which are currently illegal in Thailand.
VAT rise needs care
News, Editorial, Published on 09/12/2024
» The debate over a potential value-added tax (VAT) hike has reignited following remarks by Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira at a seminar, where he mentioned ongoing studies on tax reform, including VAT adjustments.
TV push in need of a better script
Editorial, Published on 01/12/2024
» In a striking plot twist, it was recently revealed that Thai television dramas and series, which the government envisions as a key driver of the country's "soft power" on the global stage, are struggling to retain an audience at home.
Stars must show integrity
News, Editorial, Published on 16/10/2024
» The controversy surrounding The iCon Group's alleged pyramid scheme has reignited the debate about the responsibility of celebrities in product endorsement and where the boundaries of ethical conduct should be drawn.
State caught asleep at wheel
Editorial, Published on 06/10/2024
» The slow recovery of flood-ravaged areas in Chiang Rai province and alleged gold scams by online retailers Kornkanok "Mae Tuck" Suwannabut and her husband Kanpol "Pa Bia" Rueng-aram have one thing in common -- they show how state agencies are not doing enough to protect citizens.
Beware the court blip
News, Editorial, Published on 12/08/2024
» This week, politics will be particularly intense as the Constitutional Court is set to deliver its verdict on the case brought by 40 senators seeking to remove Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office.