New cabinet to continue former PM Srettha’s projects, Pheu Thai says
Digital wallet scheme will remain a priority but concerns, both fiscal and technical, will be further studied.
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Former Thai PM Yingluck applauds niece Paetongtarn as she takes over as Thai premier
The former prime minister, and the first female to hold the post, expresses pride and shares confidence in Thailand’s youngest PM to lead the nation despite challenges ahead.
Thailand’s average growth forecast at just 2.8% over next decade
The ASEAN region is projected to grow at an average rate of 5.1% annually, with Vietnam and the Philippines experiencing the fastest growth. In contrast, Thailand’s economy is…
Thai PM Paetongtarn vows to complete Cabinet list this week
New Prime Minister vows to scrutinise potential candidates carefully to avoid any problems over qualifications.
Bangkok’s public bus operator slapped with THB1.3 billion lawsuit
The BMTA was accused of defaulting on payment of wages and interest under the purchasing and maintenance contract for 489 air-conditioned buses using national gas as fuel in the…
Two people killed as Thai actor’s jet ski crashes into long-tail boat
The jet ski was driven by actor Chindanai Sae-Lim, known as QP from the series "Wun Rak Nak Bid," who expressed his shock and regret over the accident.
Thai consumers, entrepreneurs up in arms against e-commerce platform Temu
With Chinese manufacturers offering products at significantly lower prices, Thai producers may struggle to compete, leading to factory closures and unemployment.
Paetongtarn vows to strive for unity as she accepts royal appointment as Thai PM
PM Paetongtarn said that receiving the royal appointment was the greatest honour and pride of her life.
Thailand’s lawmakers elect Paetongtarn Shinawatra as new Prime Minister
Ms Paetongtarn, 37, assumed the post two days after another Pheu Thai candidate, Mr Srettha Thavisin, was dismissed from the premiership by the Constitutional Court for the…
Hunt for Chinese gang suspected of THB70 million robbery in Thailand’s
The intruders captured the residents, comprising three men and three women, and forced Ke to transfer 70 million baht (US$2 million) of digital money to their account, said Ke…