Embattled MORE ordered to explain inconsistent information
The Securities and Exchange Commission orders More Return Plc to clarify inconsistencies in information provided by its board on issues including the rising cost of a concert it is organising.
The strategic thinking challenge for Thai business owners
Even the smallest businesses can benefit from applying a simple but effective approach.
Chinese gang links under scrutiny
Following a number of crackdowns on several illegal pubs in Bangkok and Chon Buri, deputy national police chief SurachateHakparn is pledging to prosecute and extradite Chinese nationals who are found to be involved in "grey businesses" in Thailand.
SMEs urged to look beyond Thailand
A new programme by EXIM Thailand and the private sector encourages small firms to embrace exports.
Study: Thailand a leader in digital payments
Thailand is at the forefront of digital payments, part of a trend throughout Asia, according to Aileen Chew, Mastercard's country manager for Thailand and Myanmar.
Court set to rule on divisor decision
The Constitutional Court is scheduled to rule this Wednesday on the validity of an organic bill concerning the elections of MPs.
Call to solve trading free-for-all
The lack of a timely warning system and regulations pose risks for the Thai stock market's regulators and investors.
ONCB confirms jet seizure in U-turn
The Office of Narcotics Control Board has seized a private jet and other assets belonging to Chaiyanat "Tuhao" Kornchayanant, an alleged leader of a Chinese crime syndicate under investigation over his links to the drug trade.
TCC urges provincial push
The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand urged the government to speed up investment in provincial development projects to revitalise the economy.
Symbols of strength
Still standing in three Southeast Asian cities are bronze elephant statues gifted by former Thai monarchs to highlight the Kingdom's independence.
Apec boosts tourism
The popularity of Thai cultural resources got another boost courtesy of visits to major tourist attractions in Bangkok by French President Emmanuel Macron and US Vice President Kamala Harris during the Apec summit.
World Cup kicked off non-True platforms again
A day after the telecom regulator said all IPTV operators must be allowed to carry World Cup matches, a court upholds a complaint by True, forcing its rivals to go dark again.
Mum demands justice after soldier son killed in prison
Mother of an army private in Uthai Thani calls for justice after her son was allegedly beaten to death by 11 other soldiers while sharing a disciplinary cell.
Protest against Covid-19 lockdown after fire kills 10 in Xinjiang
A deadly fire in an apartment building in China’s far western region of Xinjiang set off an outpouring of anger online and street protest in the region’s capital Friday, with residents calling for the lifting of lockdowns that have confined many to their homes for more than three months.
PM tipped to advise UTN
Prime Minister Prayut is tipped to become the chief adviser of the United Thai Nation Party, also known as Ruam Thai Sang Chart, according to a party source.
Bid for more drinking hours fails
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee has dismissed a private sector proposal to extend the period of selling alcoholic beverages at night venues until 4am.
PTT asked to help subsidise power charges
The National Energy Policy Council wants PTT Group to contribute 6 billion baht from its gas separation revenue to help freeze household electricity charges.
Masks advised in crowded places as Covid cases rise
The Ministry of Public Health is advising people to wear face masks in crowded places as the number of daily Covid-19 cases is again rising.
KBank foresees stronger baht next year
Kasikornbank (KBank) believes the baht will strengthen next year, dependent on internal factors after the US Federal Reserve eases its policy rate hikes.
Uncertainty set to sustain foreign interest
Following the withdrawal of the foreign land ownership proposal, global uncertainty is expected to continue to encourage wealthy foreigners, particularly from the US, Myanmar, Canada and Saudi Arabia, to purchase properties in Thailand.
