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The courage of Sasipat
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 13/02/2026
» For almost two decades, Sasipat Sinsamosorn, the principal of Patongprathankiriwat School in Hat Yai, Songkhla, was recognised for fostering collaborative learning and turning schools into a joyful workplace and a happy playground for both teachers and students.
AIA Thailand opens “AIA Connect” Premium Office Tower
Published on 02/02/2026
» AIA Thailand held a topping-off ceremony for “AIA Connect”, a premium office tower on Ratchadaphisek Road in northern Bangkok’s new central business district. The building offers 58,000 square metres of total lettable space. AIA Connect, the fourth office tower developed by AIA Thailand, is designed for leading local and international organisations seeking modern, flexible workspaces that prioritise wellbeing.
City Dynamic Appoints RITTA as Main Contractor for Upper House Branded Residences in Bangkok
Published on 30/01/2026
» City Dynamic, a joint venture between City Realty and Swire Properties, has appointed RITTA as the main contractor for its landmark ultra-luxury freehold development on Wireless Road, Bangkok. The appointment marks the commencement of superstructure works for Upper House Residences Bangkok and The Wireless Residences by Upper House.
Central Pattana Secures 63 Global Awards, Strengthening Thailand’s Presence.
Published on 30/01/2026
» Bangkok – Central Pattana plc., Thailand’s No.1 sustainable real estate leader, under the vision “Imagining better futures for all,” integrating retail, residential, hotel, and office businesses, announced a landmark achievement in 2025 by winning 63 major awards from prestigious national and international platforms. These accolades span Business and Financial Performance, Development and Design, Marketing, People Development, and Sustainability, reaffirming Central Pattana’s position as the No.1 leader in Thailand’s real estate sector.
BAAC and GIZ launch THB 5.3 billion package to support climate-smart rice farming
Published on 30/01/2026
» Bangkok, 29 January 2026 – Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC), in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), has launched climate-smart subsidy and low-interest loan schemes under the Thai Rice GCF Project, with a total budget of over THB 5.3 billion. The initiative aims to support approximately 40,000 Thai rice farmers in transitioning to climate-smart rice farming practices, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and climate change mitigation.
One Bangkok welcomes SMBC as key tenant, solidifying its position as a premier business destination
Published on 23/01/2026
» BANGKOK – 22 January 2026 – One Bangkok is pleased to announce Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) as the inaugural anchor tenant of One Bangkok Tower 2. The relocation, SMBC’s first local office move in over a decade, is slated for the fourth quarter of 2026. SMBC is the Japanese financial institution with the longest operational history in Thailand from 1952. It continues to reinforce its vital role in strengthening Japanese-Thai economic relations and supporting both local and Japanese businesses, whilst demonstrating leadership in advancing the Thai economy and driving sustainable growth in alignment with the nation’s “Thailand 4.0” initiative. The initiative aims to transform the economy through advanced technology, innovation, and sustainability across industries.
Bumrungrad launches weight management solution amid health crisis
Published on 22/01/2026
» Bumrungrad International Hospital reveals alarming facts about excess weight and obesity among Thais, highlighting the enormous economic losses faced by the country as a result. Nearly 50% of the Thai population is overweight, with the prevalence continuing to rise — signalling that Thailand is entering a society burdened by obesity faster and more severely than expected. While the majority of individuals struggle to achieve long-term weight loss, Bumrungrad International Hospital offers a comprehensive range of weight management solutions delivered by specialist physicians and a multidisciplinary healthcare team. These personalised treatment programmes are tailored to each individual and place Bumrungrad among the world’s early pioneers in integrated weight management, combining Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) — an innovative minimally invasive gastric suturing technique — with pharmacological therapy. The hospital emphasises that effective prevention of obesity-related diseases requires safe, medically supervised weight control, alongside sustainable lifestyle modifications encompassing nutrition, physical activity, medication and advanced medical interventions.
14 Thais fleeing abuse in Cambodia sneak into Thailand
Online Reporters, Published on 21/01/2026
» Fourteen Thai people have been arrested in Sa Kaeo province after sneaking across the border from Cambodia, where they said they were abused by an online gambling gang they had been working for.
Out-of-this-world election promises
Online Reporters, Published on 20/01/2026
» Thai voters tired of the usual suspects and looking for a real outside-the-box thinker in the Feb 8 election may have found their champion in Mongkolkit Suksintharanon.
Pheu Thai drops casinos for wellness
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 17/01/2026
» Yodchanan Wongsawat, the Pheu Thai Party's prime ministerial candidate, has confirmed that the party has decided to abandon its proposed casino and entertainment complex policy.