Govt Ditches Open Bidding to Gift Megaproject to Developer
BANGKOK — The government on Tuesday exempted a multibillion baht tourist attraction project from the mandatory call for bids, saying such hassle might cause delay.
‘Forbidden Careers’ For Expats May Be Relaxed, Official Says
BANGKOK — The infamous list of occupations reserved for Thais may soon be a thing of the past, a labor official said Wednesday.
Baht Bill Blues: Indebted Thais Could Worsen Growth Slump
BANGKOK (DPA) — A typical weekday evening for first-jobber Thanakarn is spent in one of central Bangkok's many shopping malls and high-end bars or restaurants that line Sukhumvit Road, a main thoroughfare.
Thai Durian Shipments to China Surge as China-Laos Railway Boosts Trade
The China-Laos Railway has brought opportunities for Thai durian shipments to China, said a Thai official, as the transit time has been reduced to...
'Line' Service Disrupted Nationwide
BANGKOK — Thailand’s most popular messaging service is reportedly suffering widespread service disruptions, according to its users.
Protesters to Sue if Gov’t Approves Economic Corridor Zoning
BANGKOK — Demonstrators from three eastern provinces promised Monday to take the government to court if it approves a new economic zoning law which they claim will severely affect their livelihoods.
Thai Exports Fall 3.5 Percent in January
BANGKOK (DPA) — Thai exports fell 3.5 per cent in January due to declines in agricultural, agro-industrial and mining and fuel products, officials said.
Asian Shares Gain on Hopes for Progress on China-US Trade
BANGKOK — Share benchmarks were mostly higher in Asia on Tuesday as Chinese and U.S. negotiators geared up for trade talks in Washington this...
Mid-Year Thai Bank Holiday Abolished
BANGKOK — For as long as Thais can remember, bank branches, public or private, always close in the middle of the year on July 1 to do some bookkeeping. That tradition will end next year.
Prayuth: Elections Date To Be Announced Next Year
WASHINGTON — The date for the country’s next general elections will be announced next year, Prime Minister Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha said Tuesday.
