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BCP Completes Chevron Hong Kong Acquisition
Thai energy firm BCP has acquired Chevron Hong Kong and rebranded it as Bangchak Hong Kong, establishing a strategic regional hub for trade, commerce, and marine fuel services across Northeast Asia.
Opposition Leader Demands Budget Overhaul Amid Deficit Crisis
The leader of Thailand's Pracharaj Party called the fiscal year 2570 budget a "hidden financial crisis," citing a 788 billion baht deficit and arguing revenue projections are unrealistic while the tax system unfairly burdens ordinary citize
Thailand's Healthcare Budget Called a Ticking Time Bomb
Thailand's 570-billion-baht healthcare budget—praised internationally for efficiency—faces three critical structural crises: overemphasis on treatment versus prevention, hospital deficits causing staff shortages, and fragmented funding crea
Thai Asset Development Bank Names New Managing Director
Dr. Theethach Suksukhat, former Deputy Managing Director of Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation, has been appointed as the new Managing Director effective July 1, 2026, bringing six years of prior experience at the organization.
Ex-Phuket Governor Arrested Over Bribery Scheme
Ex-Phuket Governor Roongrueang Thimabutr was arrested on June 30 for allegedly extorting bribes from a businessman and soliciting payments from civil service exam candidates through associates including his secretary.
Search Underway After Construction Barge Sinks In Samut Prakan
A construction barge sank near Thai Central Chemical Company's pier in Samut Prakan on June 30, prompting authorities to inspect dock safety and deploy divers to search for one missing person.
Suchart Reelected Thai Golf Association Chief
Suchart Suwannasri was reelected president of the Thai Golf Association for a third term at the organization's annual general meeting in Nakhon Pathom. The association plans to focus on developing youth golfers and promoting member courses
Military Chiefs Inspect Border Region After Farm Access Ban
Thailand's three military service chiefs inspected border operations in Sa Kaeo province, coordinating defenses across the eastern region following new restrictions on nighttime farm access aimed at preventing unauthorized border crossings.
ALLY Rebrands as Urban Experience Platform
ALLY REIT is rebranding as an Urban Experience Platform, investing 200 million baht to transform its community malls into lifestyle destinations across Thailand and the US by 2028. The company is also acquiring three new malls and rebrandin
Nearly 100 Monkeys Escape Lopburi Sanctuary
Nearly 100 monkeys escaped a wildlife sanctuary in Lopburi on June 30, with authorities launching recapture operations across multiple locations after the animals entered local homes seeking food and relief from heat and stress.
Comedian Nos Udom Returns For DEAW 16 Comedy Tour
Thai stand-up comedian Nos Udom brings DEAW 16: NEVER GROW UP to Bangkok's Siam Paragon in September with seven performances and tickets starting at 2,000 baht.
Kimberly Confident She'll Conceive Quickly When Ready
Actress Kimberly Ann Voltemas clarified she's not currently pregnant after sparking speculation with a bikini post, revealing she and her husband plan to delay having children due to her heavy filming schedule in 2025. She expressed confide