Day: July 16, 2025

NBTC Pushes for Cheaper Mobile Phone Packages to Protect Consumers

Bangkok: The NBTC office is advocating for a change in mobile phone pricing guidelines, allowing operators to release ‘Blue Flag packages’ at prices lower than the original cap of 240 baht per month to ensure access to quality basic services for users. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Trirat Viriyasirikul,

Cassava Growers Fear 36% Tariff Will Affect Starch Export Costs to the US

Bangkok: The president of the Thai Cassava Trade Association has expressed concerns over the potential impact of a 36% tariff imposed by the Trump administration on cassava starch exports to the United States. This increase in tariffs threatens Thailand’s competitive edge, particularly against Vietnam, its primary competitor, which faces only

Thai Stock Market Sees Slight Decline Amid Fluctuating Trade

Bangkok: The Stock Exchange of Thailand closed today at 1,157.63 points, down 3.38 points (-0.29%), with a trading value of 42,928.06 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, today’s stock trading saw the index fluctuate between positive and negative territory. The index reached a high of 1,167.80 points and a

MEA Holds Meeting to Discuss Underground Power Line Project Along Purple Line South

Bangkok: MEA held a meeting to explain the underground power line project along the Purple Line, Prajadhipok Road, and Somdej Phra Chao Taksin Road. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thitiwut Ngernklai, the Deputy Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), chaired this meeting, emphasizing the transition from overhead to

PTT Exploration and Production Secures Top Honors at Money & Banking Awards 2025

Bangkok: PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited has been awarded the title of Best Company of the Year 2025 in the Stock Exchange of Thailand at the Money and Banking Awards 2025. This prestigious accolade recognizes the company’s exemplary performance and leadership in the Thai business landscape. According to