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Thailand sets sights on sky-high role as aviation powerhouse
Thailand’s transport officials are collaborating with aviation leaders to transform the country into a regional hub for aircraft maintenance and connectivity. The Transport Ministry sets plans in motion to transform the nation into a premier aviation hub for Southeast Asia. The strategy focuses heavily on boosting its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector while redirecting air traffic to ease congestion…
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Thai govt fires up 44 billion baht cash splash to boost spending
Thailand’s government has launched a nationwide co-payment scheme to boost consumer spending and support economic growth in the final quarter of the year. The Khon La Khrueng Plus programme, officially launched today, October 29, aims to boost domestic spending and soften the blow of a projected Q4 slowdown. Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said the initiative is expected to lift GDP…
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Thailand eyes 1.2 million US tourists with new flight boom
Thailand is preparing to welcome a surge in tourists from the US, as new flight routes and increased interest in luxury travel drive up arrival forecasts. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool announced that the country expects nearly 1.2 million visitors from the United States in 2026, an 8% jump from this year. The forecast follows the return…
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Trump and Malaysia sign trade and minerals deals to counter China
Today on October 26, US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signed a trade agreement and a critical minerals pact in Kuala Lumpur, aimed at enhancing trade across Southeast Asia and countering China’s restrictions on rare earth access. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted that Malaysia would adjust its tariffs and non-tariff barriers, which is expected to…
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Thailand told to aim bigger as tourism rivals surge ahead
Thailand has been urged to set its sights higher, with tourism giant Galaxy Resorts Thailand encouraging the kingdom to target 45 to 60 million international visitors annually between 2030 and 2035. Kevin Clayton, chief brand officer of Galaxy Resorts, said that while Thailand remains a regional favourite, it risks falling behind unless it adapts to fast-changing global tourism trends. “With…
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Thai Airways boosts board, plots fresh flight to recovery
Thai Airways is expanding its board and fleet as part of a major governance overhaul aimed at boosting transparency and competitiveness post-rehabilitation. The airline’s chairman, Lavaron Sangsnit, confirmed the move as part of sweeping changes ahead of a key Annual General Meeting (AGM) in December. The expanded board will include a long-awaited risk management committee, aimed at strengthening oversight of…
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Air Canada partners with HotDeals to offer exclusive Air Canada promo codes for travellers
Toronto, ON – Travellers seeking affordable and convenient flights now have an extra reason to plan their next trip, thanks to Air Canada and HotDeals, a popular online coupon platform. By providing verified Air Canada Promo Codes, HotDeals helps passengers save on both domestic and international flights while enjoying the high-quality service Air Canada is known for. Air Canada: A…
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Thai Revenue Department warns influencers: Pay your fair share
Thailand’s Revenue Department has reminded all earners, including influencers and online sellers, that income from any source must be declared and taxed. The statement comes amid rising scrutiny of high-profile online earners, especially after singer Ratchanok “Janey” Suwannaket made headlines for reportedly raking in hundreds of millions of baht through record-breaking livestream sales. Deputy director-general Panuvat Luangvilai clarified that the…
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KEX Express delists from SET but vows business as usual
KEX Express announced its voluntary delisting from the Thai stock exchange, assuring customers and partners that operations and services will continue as normal. The final trading day for KEX shares was yesterday, with the delisting taking effect today, October 15. This move follows a successful tender offer by its majority shareholder, SF International Holding (Thailand) Co Ltd (SFTH), which now…
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‘Half-Half Plus’ kicks off with cash boost for Thai vendors
Thailand has launched vendor registration for a new subsidy scheme aimed at boosting small businesses and consumer spending across the country. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanpraphat kicked off merchant registration for the highly anticipated Half-Half Plus scheme (คนละครึ่งพลัส) today, October 15. The programme, designed to breathe life back into Thailand’s sluggish economy, aims to inject a whopping…
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Closest legal casinos to Thailand: where to go if you want to play offline
If you’ve found yourself in the middle of your vacation in Thailand with a bit of extra cash and a lot of free time, you might want to blow off some steam in a local casino. Well, that’s gonna be a bit tricky. Although Thailand is globally considered a free-for-all for many things, gambling, both online and in-person, is just…
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Thai Airways revamp board with zero-tolerance corruption vow
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed that all 17 nominees for Thai Airways International’s board of directors are seasoned professionals, as the airline prepares for a major leadership shake-up following its return to the stock market. Lavaron Sangsnit, the ministry’s permanent secretary and chairman of the Thai Airways board, assured the public yesterday, October 10, that the selection process is…
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Thailand aims to boost gaming sector with new industry law
Thailand is set to join Japan, South Korea, and China in formalising its digital gaming industry as the Game Industry Act edges closer to becoming law. The bill, drafted by the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), is gaining traction under the newly appointed Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister, Chaichanok Chidchob, who has expressed strong support for the country’s fast-growing…
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Bank of Thailand to roll out white-label ATM licences next year
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) is preparing to issue new business licences for white-label automated teller machines (ATMs) next year, aiming to expand access to financial services and promote inclusion across the country. The new licensing scheme, part of the BoT’s Financial Landscape 2025 framework, will allow both banks and non-bank operators to install and operate ATMs under their own…
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Baht holds steady as US shutdown spooks global markets
Thailand’s central bank reassured the public that no irregularities have been seen in local markets after the US shutdown triggered global financial jitters. The shutdown, which began after the US Senate failed to approve a temporary spending bill, has unsettled international markets and raised concerns over delayed economic data critical to the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions. Yesterday, October 1,…
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Why interactive activities are key in online English classes
Over the last decade, online English classes for kids have evolved from simple video lessons to something far more complex and engaging. Interactive learning experiences are all over the place, and many parents wonder if active participation and gamified experiences are actually preferable to the more classic learning methods. Let’s see what makes interaction a key part of modern online…
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