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Greenpeace stages event in BKK
Life, Published on 30/05/2024
» Greenpeace Thailand invites everyone to the "Rainbow Warrior Ship Tour 2024: Ocean Justice" to learn more about stories of the sea, at Museum Siam, Sanam Chai Road, on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm.
Somkid says 5G infrastructure a priority
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 19/03/2019
» Thailand must adopt 5G technology next year to prevent the country from lagging behind Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak warned on Monday after a meeting with state enterprises.
New festival celebrates the cultural riches of Isan
Life, Apipar Norapoompipat, Published on 08/01/2019
» Boasting its own colourful culinary, cultural and musical traditions, Thailand's Northeastern region of Isan is packed full of creative potential that will be unlocked and uncovered at the Isan Creative Festival 2019.
Cryptocurrency law takes effect
Online Reporters, Published on 13/05/2018
» The royal decree to regulate digital asset-related transactions came into force on Sunday after it was published in the Royal Gazette.
Somkid tasks NESDB with creating information system
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/05/2018
» Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has instructed the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) to design the country's big data architecture.
Towards better tourism
Life, Story: Pichaya Svasti, Published on 03/05/2018
» Due to the high popularity of the period TV series Bupphesanniwat (Love Destiny), scores of Thais dressed in traditional outfits have flocked to heritage sites, especially in Ayutthaya. The trend instils cultural and heritage appreciation in people, but has also led to traffic jams, garbage and other problems. Some tourists litter and damage the historic sites while others have taken home broken bricks as souvenirs.
Digital asset trading faces 7% VAT levy
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 15/03/2018
» Investors who make digital-asset-related trades will be liable for a 7% value-added tax (VAT), on top of the 15% withholding tax on capital gains and returns from such investments, when the new law is enforced.
Elderly local travel incentives considered
Business, Chatrudee Theparat and Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/03/2018
» The government is mulling offering additional tax incentives and discount tour packages to lure the elderly to take part in more domestic travel.
ICO and token rules take shape
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Chatrudee Theparat, Published on 08/03/2018
» The new law to regulate cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICOs) will be enacted and virtual coins will be classified as digital assets, not currency, says Finance Minister Apisak Tantivorawong.
State agencies to adopt cashless systems
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/02/2018
» All state agencies will be required to make and receive payments through the electronic system from March 27, a crucial step in transforming Thailand into a less cash-reliant economy.