Central bank upbeat on prospects despite export dip
Exports dropped in July, mainly attributed to lower demand from trading partners in line with a riskier global economy, though Thailand's economy continues to see signs of recovery.
Leaders urge varied economic focus
Industry leaders shared views of how the country should move forward, from creating multiple economic growth engines to the promotion of the electric vehicle industry.
Prawit's brothers, senator called in maid abuse probe
Senator Thani Onlaied and two brothers of the caretaker prime minister will be called for questioning in alleged connection with helping Kornsasi Buayaem and her maid get state jobs.
Bitkub CTO to appeal insider trading
The chief technology officer of Bitkub intends to appeal against the SEC's B8.53m fine for insider trading, and says he will remain in the job.
Economy, politics shape year
The government will continue to use tax measures to subsidise high energy prices throughout the year to ease people's rising living costs.
Somsak amnesty bill case moves to OAG
The National Anti-Corruption Commission found sufficient grounds for allegations against former House speaker Somsak Kiatsuranon who stands accused of malfeasance in connection with a controversial 2013 amnesty bill.
Chadchart sees Bangkok in top 50 cities list
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt is still optimistic he can make Bangkok one of the world's 50 most liveable cities in the next five years.
Woman tells of brutality at hands of Chinese scam gang in Manila
A woman tells police she was one of dozens of Thais conned into working for a romance scam gang in Manila run by Chinese who beat, handcuffed and terrorised them with electric shocks.
Park chief due in court Monday over murder of Karen activist 'Billy'
Former park chief Chaiwat Limlikit-aksorn and three other suspects are due in court Monday over the disappearance and murder of Karen activist Porlajee “Billy” Rakchongcharoen.
Economy to grow up to 3.5% this year, finance minister says
The economy is expected to grow at 3% to 3.5% this year as the tourism sector picks up and exports remain good, the finance minister tells a Bangkok Post business forum.
Senior southern official on gambling network charges
A decorated senior official of the Southern Border Provinces Administrative Centre has been charged with running an online gambling network, and released on police bail.
Thai cave rescue revisited
Larger than life story gets big budget retelling in Amazon Prime movie.
Crypto glitches prompt industry rethink
Market analysts adopt a more measured approach in response to recent news of downturns for local firms.
Abused maid files further complaints
A former maid who was allegedly abused by a police corporal filed additional complaints on Tuesday against a brother of a local politician for human trafficking and forced labour.
Tourism soft power receives a nudge
The National Tourism Policy Committee is preparing to set up a subcommittee to integrate soft power promotion into the tourism industry and develop a cost-of-living index for travel destinations.
B5m reward out for forex tricksters
A 5-million-baht reward has been offered for the whereabouts of two women facing charges of swindling over 2 billion baht from people through a forex trading scam.
Night venues seeking longer hours
Night entertainment business operators have renewed calls for the government to consider extending the closing time for nightspots in certain tourist districts.
Prayut team drafting response to suspension for end of week
A team of legal advisers to Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha is working on a statement in response to the Constitutional Court's order suspending him from his duties as prime minister.
Bruised THAI aims for the skies again
Thai Airways International is aiming to resume its position as one of the world's top ten airlines after the completion of its rehabilitation process.
Prawit chairs first cabinet meeting, PM's seat left empty
Deputy Prime Minister and caretaker prime minister Prawit Wongsuwon chaired his first weekly cabinet meeting, but the prime minister's seat remained empty.
