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Anutin Unveils Future-Ready Thailand Economic Strategy

BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has outlined a strategy to shift Thailand towards a higher-productivity, higher-value economy, with a focus on technology, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure, tourism and food production.

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BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has outlined a strategy to shift Thailand towards a higher-productivity, higher-value economy, with a focus on technology, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure, tourism and food production.

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Bangkok Police Impose Traffic Closure, Drone Ban for IMF-World Bank

BANGKOK — 15 October 2026, Bangkok police have announced traffic restrictions on Ratchadaphisek Road on 15–16 October and a temporary drone ban across a designated area on 16 October as Thailand steps up security for the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2026. The Metropolitan Police Bureau asked the public to avoid Ratchadaphisek Road between Asok Montri […]

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Thai Teen Guitarist Honored at IMF-World Bank Dinner

BANGKOK — 15 October 2026, Thai teenage rock guitarist Nene Royal performed at a welcome dinner for global finance leaders attending the 2026 IMF–World Bank Group Annual Meetings, while Culture Minister Sabida Thaised presented her with an award recognising her role in bringing Thai identity to the international stage. The dinner was hosted by Prime […]

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Kasetsart Alumni Donate 464,646 Baht for New University Hospital

Kasetsart University alumni group Aggie46 donated 464,646 baht to help build the university's new hospital. The gift, presented to the president on October 9, 2026, will support the Medical Park project to create a teaching hospital and health‑science faculties. The university thanks the donors and invites further contributions eligible for double tax deductions.

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World Champion Phetkosol Greensuda Seeks Title Defense in Sisaket

Phetkosol Greensuda, the IBF junior flyweight world champion, met with Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angkasakulkiat to seek approval for a title defense in his hometown of Sisaket. He wants the fight held there so his family and local community can watch him compete. The minister pledged to support the idea and promote a free‑TV broadcast to inspire Thai youth.

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Thai Para-Badminton Star Aims for Gold at 2026 Asian Para Games

Thai para badminton star Pothee Natthapong Meechai says he is ready to win gold at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan. Ranked world No. 2 in men’s singles SH6, he warned that rivals from India and China are strong but said he has prepared special tactics to overcome them. Meechai will lead a 12‑player Thai team in men’s singles and mixed doubles standing class.

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Regional

Phuket Promotes Electric Buses for Vegetarian Festival Travel

PHUKET: Phuket officials are promoting electric public buses as a cleaner transport option for residents and tourists during the Vegetarian Festival, with the provincial administration saying bus routes cover about 99% of the island.

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National

Public Rejects Shift of Alcohol, Tobacco Tax Funds to Budget

More than half of respondents opposed a proposal to shift funding for Thai PBS, the Health Promotion Fund, the Elderly Fund and the National Sports Authority from alcohol and tobacco taxes to the national budget. The public consultation ran from September 30 to October 14, 2026, with varying turnout and approval rates across the four bills. Opposition was strongest for the Health Promotion Fund draft, where nearly 90 percent voted against it.

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Thai PCB Exports Seen Slowing as AI Bubble Risks Rise

Thai PCB exports are forecast to slow next year as the Kasikorn Research Center warns of a possible AI bubble burst. While AI and data‑center demand has driven strong growth in PCB shipments, rising investment and regulatory hurdles could curb future expansion. The center notes that export growth, which has outpaced the global market, may decelerate in 2027 if AI investment cools.

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Tourism

Nong Nooch World Pattaya Renews Nine Prayer Flags For Safety

Nong Nooch World Pattaya in Chonburi held a ceremony on October 10, 2069 to replace nine Himalayan-style prayer flags, praying for safety from natural disasters. Led by President Kumphon Tansajja and nine monks, the ritual included blessing the flags with powder, gold leaf, and holy water. The event aimed to preserve cultural traditions while expressing solidarity with those affected by recent natural hazards.

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Thai Para Weightlifters Train in Hotel Awaiting Equipment

The Thai Para Weightlifting Team has moved its training to a hotel lobby while waiting for the host city to finish installing equipment for the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan. Athletes are doing warm‑up and strength exercises to keep their upper‑body muscles ready, while monitoring each other's safety. They plan to return to the official venue as soon as the facilities are operational.

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