Day: July 9, 2025

SET Launches Campaign to Support Southern Mangosteen Farmers

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) has initiated the ‘Join forces to support Thai fruits to the power of 2’ campaign, aimed at supporting 5.4 tons of southern mangosteens. The initiative invites SET employees and the broader capital market sector to bolster Thai fruit consumption and assist farmers grappling

Thai Stock Market Ends Day with 0.47% Decline

Bangkok: Thai stocks closed down 5.25 points. SET closed today at 1,110.40 points, down 5.25 points (-0.47%), trading value 27,165.01 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index fluctuate, initially staying in positive territory before dipping into negative territory. The index reached a low of

DDPM and MEA Advise on Safety Measures During Rainy Season

Bangkok: During the rainy season with heavy rain, the risk of flooding and power outages, including accidents from electrical leakage and electric shock, has increased. With concern for public safety, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has collaborated with the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) to recommend methods for

Inspecting Religious Supply Shops to Prevent Exploitation on Major Buddhist Holy Days

Bangkok: The Department of Internal Trade (DIT), in collaboration with the Consumer Protection Board (CIB), has initiated inspections of sellers to ensure transparency in the pricing and quality of religious items, particularly during significant Buddhist holy days. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Udom Srisomsong, Deputy Director-General of the Department

BAAC Continues Tradition with Candle Procession in Ubon Ratchathani

Bangkok: BAAC joins in continuing the “Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival” tradition for the year 2025. Mr. Chatchai Sirilai, President of the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC), along with senior executives and BAAC staff, participated in the festival to jointly conserve and continue local arts and culture. The event

Bhumjaithai Party Urges Government to Halt Casino Policy Amidst Chinese Warnings

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, publicly announced his support for the withdrawal of the draft bill on integrated entertainment venues, commonly referred to as the Casino Bill, from the House of Representatives’ agenda. He expressed the party’s willingness to endorse the withdrawal if the government permanently abandons

PM Orders Pichai to Clarify US Tax Negotiations Details

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has directed Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, to elucidate the specifics of ongoing tax negotiations with the United States. Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, addressed the issue of retaliatory tariffs imposed by the US since August 1,