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PM Urges Diplomats to Accelerate Thailand-EU FTA, Highlights Government Stability to Attract Foreign Investment
Prime Minister Anuthín Charnveerakul met with 24 European ambassadors in Paris to accelerate Thailand-EU trade negotiations, emphasizing government stability and positioning Thailand as a secure investment destination amid regional tensions
Government Expands 'Thai Helping Thai Plus 60/40' Benefits to Food Delivery Apps Starting June 15
The government is expanding its 'Thai Helping Thai Plus 60/40' subsidy program to food delivery apps starting June 15, allowing restaurants to reach more customers and citizens to access benefits through digital platforms.
SC Offers 0% Interest on Homes and Condos for Up to 60 Months During SC Days May 26-31
SC Asset Corporation offers zero-interest financing for up to 60 months on homes and condos during SC Days 2026, held May 26-31 at Siam Paragon, with additional perks including free appliances and prizes totaling over 2.5 million baht.
Industry Minister Warns of Cyber Attacks on Thai Manufacturing, Pushes New Security Standards
Thailand's industry minister warns of escalating cyber attacks on factories and supply chains, announcing new security standards based on international frameworks to prevent production disruptions and maintain export competitiveness ahead o
Agriculture Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit Rushed to Hospital After Collapsing at Hotel; Doctors Perform CPR
Agriculture Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit collapsed at a hotel in Udon Thani on May 24 and received emergency CPR before being hospitalized; doctors attribute the incident to work-related exhaustion, though his condition has since stabil
Gold's Downtrend Continues with Three Mounting Pressures; Analysts Recommend Accumulating Below 69,800 Baht
Gold prices are declining amid US interest rate expectations, historic bond selloffs, and Iran-US tensions, with analysts suggesting investors buy Thai gold below 69,800 baht as a long-term accumulation opportunity.
EEC Approves Additional 'Smart Logistics' Special Economic Zone with 1.35 Billion Baht Investment
Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor committee approved a new smart logistics zone in Chachoengsao province expected to attract 1.35 billion baht in investment and create 350 jobs, featuring advanced technologies like 5G, AI, and automated
Whole household celebrates successful Thailand Helps Thailand Plus 60/40 registration after waiting all night
A Buriram resident successfully registered for Thailand Helps Thailand Plus 60/40 after waiting overnight, with her family qualifying for all three available benefits as the program saw smoother processing than previous rounds.
Krungthai Bank Reports 10 Million Successful Registrations for Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 Program
Krungthai Bank processed 10 million registrations for the Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40 program in just 23 minutes after upgrading system capacity to handle surging demand. The government subsidy program covers 60% of citizen spending on food,
BAM Transforms into a 'Debt Hospital' Using Ant Army Strategy and Asset Sales with Business Plans to Drive 2 Billion Baht Profit This Year
Bangkok Asset Management is shifting from asset seizure to operating as a "debt hospital," offering restructuring programs and lump-sum settlements to help debtors re-enter the economy. The company targets 2,000 debtors this year while also
Serie A Italy 2025-26 Season Final Standings Revealed
Inter Milan clinched the Serie A title on May 24, with Napoli, Roma, and Como joining them in European competition, while Cremonese, Verona, and Pisa were relegated.
Carrick Says Manchester United Still Hungry for More Success – Bruno Breaks Premier League Assist Record
Manchester United finished third in the Premier League after crushing Brighton 3-0, with manager Michael Carrick insisting the club remains hungry for greater success. Midfielder Bruno Fernandes set a new Premier League single-season assist