Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Bangkok Revives Stalled Mega-Project to Generate 1.25 Billion Baht
Bangkok's State Property Fund is reviving the long-stalled Mochit Complex development on former bus terminal land, expecting to generate 1.25 billion baht in government revenue after a 32-year delay. The mixed-use project on 700,000 square
Lawmaker Demands 120 Billion Baht Budget Cut Over Redundancy
A lawmaker demands parliament cut a proposed 120 billion baht budget allocation, arguing its energy and crisis-recovery objectives duplicate a 200 billion baht emergency borrowing decree already approved by the Constitutional Court.
Thailand Confirms 690 Athletes for Asian Games 2026
Thailand will send 690 athletes across 43 sports to the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan, with a total budget of 408 million baht to support their full training and competition expenses.
Toxic Gases Released in Bangkok Beer Hall Fire Kill 27
A fire at a Bangkok beer hall on July 13 killed 27 people and injured 72 after toxic gases from burning polyurethane and PVC materials were released. Health authorities warn residents near the Chatuchak site to limit outdoor exposure and se
YLG Urges Gold Investment as Baht Weakens
YLG expects the weakening baht to support Thai gold prices in the second half of 2024, recommending dollar-denominated gold to capture both foreign exchange gains and potential price recovery as global gold remains pressured.
Pruksa Eyes Custom Home Market Beyond Bangkok
Pruksa's custom home unit Plantery is expanding beyond Bangkok to tap the 140-billion-baht provincial market, targeting major cities like Chiang Mai and Chonburi with a focus on builder credibility and project guarantees rather than price a
Thai Businesses Embrace AI As Digital Readiness Grows
Thai businesses are increasingly adopting AI and strengthening cybersecurity as digital readiness grows, though small and medium enterprises still struggle with talent shortages and need government support to scale operations.
Thailand Tightens Rules on Construction Contractors for State Projects
Thailand's Finance Ministry has tightened procurement rules for state construction projects, introducing penalties including suspension, rank demotion, and delisting for contractors who breach contracts or fail engineering standards. The re
Ex-Official Blasts 40-Baht Meal Plan as Ineffective Bandaid
Former deputy commerce minister Voravong Ramaengkoor denounced the government's 40-baht meal subsidy as ineffective public relations that masks deeper economic problems like weak purchasing power and rising production costs. He warned the t
CJ More Campus Tour Draws Gen Z Crowds to Bangkok
CJ More's Campus Tour featuring popular influencers draws large Gen Z crowds with games, activities, and brand experiences at Bangkok University. The retail chain plans more stops in August as part of its 21st-anniversary expansion across T
Thailand Destroys Over 3 Million Illegal Health Products
Thailand's FDA destroyed over 3 million counterfeit and illegal health products seized from 131 cases, including fake medicines, cosmetics, and medical devices, as part of a crackdown on unauthorized manufacturers and smugglers. The operati
Thailand's Weightlifting Stars Chase Asian Games Medals
Thailand's weightlifting team will field 10 athletes at the upcoming Asian Games, led by Olympic medalists Wave Weeraphol Wichuma and Oy Surajana Kumbao, aiming to deliver medals for the country.