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People's Party criticized the government over the 3,600 MW power purchase

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2024

At the Future Forward Building, Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, held a press conference on Tuesday ( December 24 ) on the controversial 3,600 MW renewable energy power purchase project.

Thailand extends 50% tax cut for entertainment venues to Dec 31, 2025

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2024

Part of the ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism Year 2025’ campaign, the measure aims to boost tourism, create jobs and support local economies

Finance Ministry set to select new chairman of BOT board of directors

December 24, 2024

Council of State disqualifies Kittiratt Na-Ranong for the role

Pichai says 4 million elderly to receive 10,000 baht by end of next month

December 24, 2024

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced on Tuesday that approximately 4 million elderly people who registered for a 10,000-baht handout will receive the funds by the end of next month.

Tak border closed for a month to tackle cholera, says Phumtham

December 23, 2024

The Thailand-Myanmar border in Tak province has been temporarily closed for one month to contain the spread of cholera, Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said on Monday.

Govt scholarship programme to cover all districts of Thailand in 2025

December 21, 2024

Initiative will cover education at home and abroad, says PM

Resources from overlapping claims area excluded from energy plan

December 21, 2024

As talks with Cambodia yet to begin, Energy Ministry to focus on exploration in Andaman Sea

Pichai leaves the door open for Phuket sandbox on cryptocurrency

December 20, 2024

Finance minister stresses that Bitcoin would not replace existing currencies should a sandbox be introduced on the holiday island

Plan launched to reduce traffic accidents over New Year

December 19, 2024

An Interior Ministry committee introduces campaign aimed at enhancing safety on Thai roads over the upcoming holiday

Senate panel targets harsh measures against toxic waste dumping

December 18, 2024

The committee discussed stricter laws and harsher penalties to avoid a repetition of chemical leaks and other such disasters

Cabinet greenlights Gulf of Thailand petroleum concessions

December 18, 2024

The Cabinet on Tuesday approved concessions for three oil and gas fields in the Gulf of Thailand, namely Ton Coon Nuea, Bualuang and Wassana.

Thailand bans imports of plastic waste from January 1

December 18, 2024

Law banning imports of plastic waste for use as raw materials in industrial factories comes into effect at start of 2025

Senate approves amendment to parental control law

December 17, 2024

Punishment to children must not involve abuse or inflict harm with violence on body or mind

Turmeric to lead the way in developing Thai herbal industry

December 17, 2024

The plant, which is recognised for its anti inflammatory properties, is widely used in medicines, cosmetics and dietary supplements

Thailand fast-tracks rail expansion with 280 billion baht investment

December 16, 2024

The Transport Ministry is set to launch Phase 2 of the dual-track railway project in 2025, adding 1,488 kilometres across seven routes