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Lower public transport fares eyed for ‘quick win’
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/09/2025
» The government has outlined a two-phase policy framework for the Ministry of Transport, with an immediate four-month “quick win” programme focused on easing people’s financial burden by targeting public transport costs in the short term.
OECD ups world economic outlook as tariffs contained, for now
AFP, Published on 23/09/2025
» PARIS - The world economy will grow more than previously forecast this year after absorbing the shock of US President Donald Trump's tariffs, but their full impact remains uncertain, the OECD said on Tuesday.
One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
Thailand set for record plunge in annual power output, LNG imports
Reuters, Published on 23/09/2025
» SINGAPORE - Thailand is set for a record decline in electricity output this year as mild weather and a slowing economy are reducing demand, government data shows, putting Southeast Asia's top LNG importer on track for its steepest decline in purchases of the fuel.
New DES minister urged to prioritise AI
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 23/09/2025
» Three major industry organisations are urging Chaichanok Chidchob, the incoming digital economy and society (DES) minister, to prioritise the national artificial intelligence (AI) policy and sovereign technology development.
Non-life growth seen falling short
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/09/2025
» The non-life insurance industry's rate of growth is projected to fall below expectations at only 2.5% this year, but stronger expansion could be seen next year, driven by economic stimulus under the new government and increased consumer and business spending following the upcoming election.
Brokers tout steps to enliven listless bourse
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/09/2025
» Brokerages are drafting a package of long-term tax incentives aimed at revitalising the capital market, hoping the measures can provide guidelines for the new finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas when he takes office.
Authoritarians' brave new cities
Oped, Robert Muggah & Carlo Ratti, Published on 23/09/2025
» Few policy ideas are as radical -- or as misleadingly packaged -- as "freedom cities". Championed by Silicon Valley's techno-libertarian elite and recently embraced by right-wing politicians like Donald Trump, the idea is to create digitally powered, master-planned enclaves of deregulated innovation.
Direct power pacts by year-end
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 23/09/2025
» Thailand's first direct power purchase agreement (PPA), which aims to facilitate renewable power trading, is expected to come into effect by the end of this year under a pilot project, says the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).