A new era in transport links between Thailand and China: the launch of a trial train from Bangkok to Beijing via Laos offers exciting prospects Travelling by train between Bangkok and Beijing is becoming a reality as Thailand prepares to expand its rail network. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has announced the launch of…
Thailand’s prime minister is attracting investors to build Bangkok’s tallest building – a supertower taller than Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin said on social network X on Friday that a group of investors led by Dubai’s largest property developer is in talks to build a mixed-use tower in Thailand that could compete…
Japan’s four largest carmakers will invest 150 billion baht in Thailand over five years to develop the electric vehicle industry. Four major Japanese carmakers are set to invest 150 billion baht in Thailand’s electric car industry over the next five years, the Bangkok Post reported, citing a statement from government spokesman Chaya Vacharonke. Toyota Motor…
Thailand’s sluggish economy affects manufacturers in all car segments, including luxury, which is usually resilient due to strong customer purchasing power. The Thai car market is facing a difficult period, with even prestige brands needing help to escape the impact of the economic downturn and tighter credit conditions. Mercedes-Benz, the leader in the premium segment,…
Thai authorities are aiming to make Songkran a global brand among the world’s top 10 festivals and are expanding the celebration from three days to a month. Thailand plans to turn next year’s Songkran Thai New Year celebrations into a month-long global water festival to boost “soft power” and attract foreign tourists to the kingdom….
Chinese carmaker Great Wall Motor has started deliveries of electric cars manufactured at the company’s plant in Rayong province, Thailand. Chinese carmaker Great Wall Motor is set to boost its electric vehicle business in ASEAN after setting up a production base in Thailand, where it plans to start selling local electric vehicles in January. The…
As announced by the Thai Ministry of Transport, a railway service between Bangkok and Vientiane will be launched by Thailand and Laos on 13-14 July 2024. The journey commences at Krung Thep Apiwat Central Terminal in Bangkok and proceeds to Udon Thani Province and Nong Khai Provincial, ultimately ending at Khamsavath station in Vientiane. By…
Thailand has received top honours in several categories, from best cities and islands to culinary delights, airports and airlines. According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Thailand has been recognised in 11 global rankings for the first half of 2024. Covering several categories, from tourist destinations to culinary delights, airports and airlines, these surveys prove…
Thailand’s Prime Minister has noted significant improvements in passenger services following a surprise inspection of Suvarnabhumi Airport. On the evening of 10 April, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin unannouncedly inspected Suvarnabhumi Airport to assess passenger service systems ahead of the Songkran festival. The surprise visit was the third such inspection by the prime minister. The…
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…