Thai PM Denies Plans for VAT Hike to 15%, Affirms Broader Tax Reform Vision
The Thai Prime Minister has clarified the government’s plans for tax reform and assured the public that there will be no increase in the VAT rate to 15 percent. The current VAT rate of 7 percent
PM Refutes Claims of Neglecting South While Visiting North
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra defended herself against social media criticism about allegedly neglecting flood-hit southern provinces while touring the northern region
Thailand, Singapore Pledge Deeper Economic and Green Tech Cooperation
Thailand and Singapore leaders pledged stronger ties and focused on green investment and food security during their bilateral meeting in Bangkok on Thursday.
Constitutional Court Dismisses Sedition Case Against Thaksin and Pheu Thai
Thailand's Constitutional Court has rejected a petition alleging former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party were involved in attempts to overthrow the democratic system with the King as Head of State.
Thai Court Dismisses Activist’s Suit Against Israeli Spyware Producer
A Thai court on Thursday threw out a lawsuit brought by a pro-democracy activist which alleged spyware produced by an Israeli tech firm had been used to hack his phone.
4 Million Thai Seniors to Receive ฿10,000 Digital Handout in Jan. 2025
The Thai government has approved the second phase of its 10,000 baht ($290) digital handout program, specifically targeting vulnerable elderly citizens aged 60
Red vs. Orange: Political Rivalry Intensifies in Udon Thani Local Election
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's recent campaign speeches have reignited tensions between Thailand's "Red Shirt" Pheu Thai Party and the "Orange" political movement
Thaksin Returns to Political Stage Red Shirt Stronghold After 18 Years
Facing renewed criticism from opponents about his stay on the "14th floor" of the Police Hospital instead of prison, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra took to the stage in Udon Than
Who is Kittiratt Na-Ranong, The Chairman-elect of the Bank of Thailand
Although opposition to the appointment of Kittiratt Na-Ranong as chairman of the Bank of Thailand (BOT) delayed a meeting on November 4, Kittiratt finally secured the post
Thaksin Brushes Off Hospital Stay Controversy, Coalition Meeting Claims
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra dismissed growing criticism about his hospital detention arrangement and recent political gatherings during a visit to Wat Klong Kru temple in Bangkok
