Imagine travelling from the picturesque mainland of Trang, situated along the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea, to the mesmerizing islands dotting its coastline. Until now, you would have been required to fork out hefty sums for a ride in a charming long-tail boat or a sleek speedboat. However, the recent announcement from Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club Co Ltd is sure to bring a smile to the faces of budget-conscious travellers worldwide. Starting November 1, the company, managing director, Samart Charoenrit, reveals, will be providing consistent speed-boat service to the crown jewels of Trang’s tourism– the islands Ngai, Kradan, and Muk. The decision stems from the encouraging flourish of tourists flocking the region, thanks to the visa exemptions offered to visitors hailing from Kazakhstan and China in the government’s newest policy. “A favourable climate is on the horizon for the tourism industry. Our new route is designed to facilitate…
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In a recent study conducted by the World Bank, secondary cities of Thailand like Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, and Rayong have been highlighted as potential growth engines for the country’s economy. The study, named Thailand Urban Infrastructure Finance Assessment, indicates how these urban locations could amplify Thailand’s economic performance if critical upgrades in urban infrastructure, such as public transportation systems and consolidation on renewable energy, are realized. Notably, the World Bank analysis underscores the necessity for these cities to utilize private capital to finance these prospective enhancements, mitigating the current heavy reliance on central government funding. While Bangkok has consistently been a major player in driving Thailand’s economy, increasing economic stagnation in the capital city has led the World Bank to identify secondary cities as future economic growth centres, provided they can source the requisite private capital for urban infrastructure augmentation. As per the report, such a move would not…
As the hostage crisis steadily escalates, there is an increasing sense of urgency now more than ever before. This comes on the back of the United Nations’ alarming announcement that Israel has instructed 1.1 million Gazans to relocate to the enclave’s southern region within a span of 24 hours, whilst Israeli troops are on standby. Amongst the detainees are 16 Thais who represent a small number of an accruing global list of people suspected to be held captive in Gaza. Friday saw a significant meeting take place between the Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha, and Israeli ambassador, Orna Sagiv. The central topic of their discussion at the Government House was the prevailing conflict situation and the mutual anticipation for the swift restoration of peace. In this context, the Thai PM was clear in his denunciation of violence of any type, particularly when it methodically victimizes innocent civilians. A report states…
On August 21 of the current calendar year, a law was activated which required businesses offering digital platform services (defined by the law) to furnish the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) with informational details pertaining to their operations. Chaichana Mitrpant, the individual holding the position of executive director for the ETDA, spoke on the subject, saying the legislation requires such digital services to keep the agency apprised of their activities. Furthering their support for these businesses, the ETDA has been offering guidance and consultations, which includes a “digital platform assessment tool” for use in online self-assessment. Since the registration system kicked into gear on August 21, the ETDA had received notifications from 109 distinct digital platform services by October 10. Of the digital entities that registered, the majority were involved in e-marketplace offerings. This was followed by communication platform services, news aggregation platforms, search engine tools, web browser services, cloud…
Acknowledging that certain reforms were unexpectedly swift, including decisive strides to curtail energy expenses, succor farmers, promote tourism, and harness the power of soft diplomacy, Prommin Lertsuriyadej avowed that the Thai government had an array of policies planned for rolling out in the subsequent months. He also recognized a momentous economic toll exacted on the Thai economy due to the Covid-19 pandemic, indicating a contraction of GDP by 7% due to the impact. The rebound, he noted, was laboriously sluggish, which raised eyebrows over the state of economic recovery. Another indicator that underscores the ticking economic time bomb is the debt-to-GDP ratio that burgeoned from 70% in 2012 to a staggering 90% today, putting Thailand’s economy in a tight spot. An eroding inflation, dwindling from 5.02% in January to a meager 0.30% in September, painted a dire picture of the hard-pressed Thai population’s purchasing power. The situation has been exasperated…
An intriguing tale unfolded when a 75-year-old woman from Thailand was duped out of an astounding 18 million baht in a romance scam, orchestrated by an enigmatic swindler. This con artist cunningly persuaded her to invest in a so-called promising venture called “Gold Future”, and within months, managed to swindle her out of her fortunes, turning the golden dreams into a grim nightmare. The victim’s son, in an interview with Channel 7, unveiled this shocking story. He recollected that his mother had approached him with the Gold Future business proposal in July, promising astronomical returns. He was quick to smell fishy play due to the unrealistic profits guaranteed, and cautioned his mother strongly against any engagement with this suspect business idea. Not foreseeing the scam, the elderly lady fell deeper into the trap by borrowing 1 million baht from her sons in August. What puzzled the son was a subsequent…
Feeling the way of emotional turmoil with a lurking shadow of desolation and shock, Kittiphong Chaiko, a courageous Thai migrant worker hailing from Nong Bua Lamphu made a safe return to his home country, Thailand, after surviving a gruesome terrorist onslaught orchestrated by the notorious political faction – Hamas in Israel. The chilling echos of the lost lives of his fellow colleagues still resided in his consciousness, making each thought more weighty and stirring than the previous one. Touching down at the bustling Suvarnabhumi Airport at exactly 12.20pm today, Kittiphong made it absolutely clear that he has no intentions of going back to Israel. This decision most likely stems from the haunted memories of his workplace, now in shambles in the wake of the terrible attack. The tragic unveiling of the event left him in a state where he’s at a loss for words, unable to express the horror he…
Soi Nana, a bustling nightlife hub in Bangkok, brims with a myriad of pubs and bars ready to cater to the night owls. An intriguing development is currently unfolding, with the Interior Ministry collaborating with several stakeholders to identify suitable locations for a pioneering initiative. The government has conceived a plan that would permit night entertainment venues to extend operational hours till 4 am. This plan was initiated by Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul after adhering to a novel regulation implemented by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. The proposed change stipulates an extension in the operating hours of night entertainment facilities from the current 2 am deadline till 4 am. The identification of potential pilot locations is now under process, scheduled to be accomplished once all stakeholders, which include law enforcement authorities and entrepreneurs, set forth safety protocols and operational principles, relayed Anutin. Upon being queried about the…
The intense conflict between Israel and Hamas has not just affected the immediate parties involved. The reverberations of this war are felt across the world, with foreigners who reside in Israel finding themselves trapped in a war zone. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Thailand voiced his concerns over the vulnerability of his Thai compatriots residing in Israel. Primarily working in Israel’s agricultural sector, around 30,000 Thai nationals are now in a dangerous quandary due to the conflict. The war scenario laden with rocket attacks presents a frightening reality to these individuals far from home. Thailand’s Prime Minister has revealed the shocking truth that the highest nationality-wise casualties in the conflict are Thai citizens. “Thais are innocent bystanders in this war, yet we bear a disproportionate number of losses,” stated Srettha Thavisin. The urgency of the situation demands strategic evacuation to ensure the safety of Thai nationals – a difficult task…
Established authority in Thailand’s rail network, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is setting the stage for broad enhancements to its railway system, that would further improve the transport links within the country, specifically in the north-eastern region. The second phase of a significant double-track upgrade from Khon Kaen to Nong Khai is about to take off, as revealed by the Department of Rail Transport director-general, Pichet Kunathammarak. The proposed works, projected to cost a whopping 29.7 billion baht, are set to transform a 167-kilometre stretch of track into a double-track route. The SRT is gearing up to secure the funds via a loan, which would be repaid by the government via annual budgeting provided by the Budget Bureau. Integrated with governmental plans and mandates from nationally impactful units such as the Budget Bureau and the National Economics and Social Development Council (NESDC), the proposal is expected to be greenlit…