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Bangkok City Council Debates CCTV Budget Transparency
A Bangkok Metropolitan Council member has raised concerns regarding a 727 million baht budget allocation for new CCTV cameras, alleging potential overpricing and procurement irregularities.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Japan’s Consumption Tax Policy: A Potential Shift Under Sanae Takaichi
Sanae Takaichi is proposing a historic reduction of Japan's consumption tax to 1%, a move reflecting the political sensitivity of tax policy in the country.
Prachachat Business ·
Bangkok Governor Proposes 93.9 Billion Baht Budget for 2027
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has presented a 93.9 billion baht budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year, emphasizing transparency and city-wide development.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Russian Tourism and Investment in Thailand Surges in 2026
Russian arrivals in Thailand exceeded 1 million in the first half of 2026, generating over 58 billion baht and boosting the real estate and long-stay sectors.
Prachachat Business ·
Cloud 11 Creative Landmark Progresses in South Sukhumvit
MQDC continues development of the 20-billion-baht 'Cloud 11' project, aiming to establish a new creative ecosystem in Bangkok.
Prachachat Business ·
Krungsri Bank Forecasts Thai Baht Range for the Week
Krungsri Bank projects the Thai Baht will trade between 33.00 and 33.60 against the US Dollar, with market attention focused on upcoming US employment data.
Thai Post ·
Thailand Extends 7% VAT Rate Until September 2027
The Thai Revenue Department has officially confirmed that the Value Added Tax (VAT) will remain at 7% for another year, extending through September 30, 2027.
Thai Post ·
AI and the Future of Labor and Finance in Thailand
A recent UNDP-led workshop in Thailand addressed the intersection of artificial intelligence, labor rights, and financial investment.
Prachachat Business ·
Thai Union Group Reports Record Profit Margins in Q2 2026
Thai Union Group has achieved a record-high gross profit margin of 21.4% in the second quarter of 2026, leading to an upward revision of its annual revenue targets.
Prachachat Business ·
Bangkok Governor Announces 2027 Budget Amid Revenue Shortfall
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has unveiled a 93-billion-baht budget for 2027, highlighting a significant revenue decline due to government-mandated transfer fee reductions.
Matichon Online ·
Bangkok Governor Unveils 93.9 Billion Baht Budget Plan for 2027
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has announced a 93.9 billion baht budget proposal for 2027, prioritizing BTS Green Line operations and local infrastructure improvements.
Prachachat Business ·
Parliamentary Committee Defends 50 Million Baht Cut to 'Zero Dropout' Budget
A parliamentary committee has reduced the 'Zero Dropout' education budget by 50 million baht, citing the need for greater transparency and fiscal accountability.
Matichon Online ·
ASEAN and China Target 2026 Implementation for ACFTA 3.0
Thailand has co-chaired the 17th ACFTA-JC meeting, with both ASEAN and China aiming to finalize and implement the upgraded ACFTA 3.0 trade agreement by the end of 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thailand’s Pet Food Exports Maintain Strong Global Growth
Thailand remains the world's second-largest pet food exporter, with exports reaching over 40 billion baht in the first five months of 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Ministry of Digital Economy Warns of Fraudulent 'Thai Job Creation' Pages
Thailand's Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has issued a warning regarding fake social media pages impersonating the Department of Employment.
Matichon Online ·
Proposed Changes to Federal Reserve Meeting Schedule
U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has proposed reducing the frequency of interest rate policy meetings from eight to six per year.
Prachachat Business ·
Global Economic Concerns Rise Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict
A report from Prachachat Business highlights how the intensifying US-Iran conflict is impacting the global economy, raising concerns about low growth and high inflation.
Prachachat Business ·
Thai Stock Market Shows Resilience Amid Economic Challenges
The Stock Exchange of Thailand is experiencing renewed market attention despite broader economic headwinds.
Matichon Online ·
