This week, Thailand observes Makha Bucha Day, a Buddhist holiday on the full moon of the third lunar month. In 2025, it falls on Wednesday, February 12. Makha Bucha honors the occasion when 1,250 of Buddha’s disciples spontaneously came together to receive his teachings, which encompass the essential principles of Buddhism: refrain from evil, engage…
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has begun her official visit to the People’s Republic of China, reaffirming the 50-year diplomatic and economic relationship between the two countries. For 12 years, China has been Thailand’s primary trading partner, with investments surpassing $100 billion.Prime Minister Paetongtarn engaged with President Xi Jinping to highlight the long-standing diplomatic and…
Due to low demand and high household indebtedness, Thai motorcycle production is expected to fall to 2.1 million in 2025. Thai motorcycle production is expected to fall to 2.1 million units in 2025 due to low demand, high household debt, and tight credit policies. Motorcycle production in Thailand will likely remain low in 2025, reaching…
In yesterday’s Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) elections across 18 provinces, the Pheu Thai party secured the highest number of seats, while the previous winners from the last general election, the Move Forward party (now known as the People’s Party), faced a significant defeat, only winning in a single province. The Bhumjaithai party secured second place…
From 18:00 on January 31, 76 provinces of Thailand for 24 hours introduced a “dry law” before the elections: violators face a fine or imprisonment. As of 6 pm Friday, January 31, 76 provinces in Thailand have imposed a 24-hour “dry law” ahead of local elections, with violators facing fines or jail time. A 24-hour…
By 2030, Thailand will complete a high-speed rail linking China and Thailand via Laos and boost trade. Thailand will complete the construction of a high-speed rail linking China and Thailand via Laos by 2030 to boost trade and tourism. Thailand aims to complete the first high-speed rail linking the country to China via Laos by…
NIDA poll: the majority of Thais oppose the legalization of casinos and online gambling, as well as a referendum on the subject in Thailand According to a survey conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration of Thailand (NIDA), most of the country’s citizens oppose the government’s plans to build an entertainment complex with a…
Thailand signs free trade agreement with European Free Trade Association, boosting economic growth and investment. Thailand has signed a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), boosting economic growth and investment. Thai Prime Minister Peathongtharn Shinawatra attended the signing ceremony for the historic free trade agreement (FTA) between Thailand and the European…
Bangkok ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high PM2.5 levels leading to most neighborhoods being declared hazardous. Bangkok has been ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high levels of PM2.5 leading to most parts of the capital being declared danger zones. Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, has been placed fourth in…
Vietnam and Malaysia effectively compete with Thailand for China’s durian market, increasing exports despite quality issues. China’s largest durian market, the world’s largest, has become a battleground for fierce competition among Southeast Asian countries. In 2024, China’s durian imports reached a record $6.99 billion, intensifying the rivalry between Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia for dominance in…
