National

Government Allocates B2.45bn for September Tourism Stimulus

The government will spend 2.45 billion baht on tourism stimulus projects in September, funded through emergency borrowing aimed at relieving cost-of-living pressures from rising energy prices.

3 Aug The Phuket News

BANGKOK: The government plans to launch tourism stimulus projects worth B2.45 billion in September, relying on funding from the B400bn borrowing decree allocated to ease cost-of-living pressures amid the surge in energy prices, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

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Local Exam Fraud Probe Nearly Complete, PM Says

Prime Minister Anutin says the government has completed its investigation into local exam fraud, with prosecutions and disciplinary actions finished; court sentencing remains pending.

3 Aug Khaosod

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Police

Police Caution Photographers at Khao Yai Access Point

Police cautioned photographers operating at Khao Yai's Pak Chong access point following a complaint, though the 123Photo group says it only publishes images with customer consent.

3 Aug Khaosod

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Tourism

Thai Tourism Rebounds for Mother's Day with Japan Leading Bookings

Thai flight searches surged 86% ahead of Mother's Day as travelers regain confidence following fuel price stabilization, with Japan leading international bookings.

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National

Thailand Secures Adequate Oil Supply Despite Mideast Crisis

BANGKOK: Thailand will not face a crude oil shortage in August despite the ongoing war in the Middle East, as supply remains sufficient for all six domestic refineries, according to the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).

3 Aug The Phuket News

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National

Power Shortage Slows Thailand Data Centre Growth

Power and water shortages are curbing Thailand's data centre expansion despite strong investor interest, with electricity infrastructure becoming a bigger obstacle than real estate costs.

3 Aug The Phuket News

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National

Government Open to Extending Thai Help Plus Program

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the government is open to extending the Thai Help Plus subsidy program if it benefits the public, following feedback from residents at Si Yan Market.

3 Aug Khaosod

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Tourism

Hong Kong Film Festival Opens in Bangkok With Stars, Thai Actors

Hong Kong's prestigious Film Gala Presentation opened July 31 in Bangkok with acclaimed films and stars from both territories, emphasizing cultural exchange and strengthening ties between the two regions.

3 Aug Khaosod

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National

Thai PM Anuthin Unfazed by No-Confidence Motion

Prime Minister Anuthin Charnvirakul dismissed concerns over an opposition no-confidence motion filed in August, calling it routine parliamentary procedure and expressing confidence the government has nothing to hide. He defended transparenc

3 Aug Khaosod

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National

Thailand Leads ASEAN-China Trade Deal Upgrade to Take Effect This Year

Thailand is leading negotiations to implement the upgraded ASEAN-China free trade agreement by year-end 2024, with seven members including Thailand already completing domestic ratification. The modernized pact aims to streamline tariffs, di

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Regional

Andaman Kreuphanich Wins Phuket PPAO By-Election

PHUKET: Andaman Kreuphanich of the Yat Dai Party has won the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) Council by-election for Constituency 4 in Thalang after receiving 3,019 votes as the sole candidate.

3 Aug The Phuket News

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