public transport systems

Bangkok improves public transport systems

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration is launching electric water taxis along canals and its own app for hailing motorbike taxis anywhere in the capital city. Bangkok’s Krung Thep Thanakom (KT), the commercial arm of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, has announced the imminent launch of an on-demand electric water taxi service developed by the administration. The on-demand…

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economic cabinet

1.5% GDP growth in first quarter prompts urgent economic cabinet meeting

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has underscored the significance of the first economic cabinet meeting, scheduled for Monday, in the government’s ongoing efforts to address financial challenges. Various agencies will meet to discuss ways of fixing Thailand’s economic problems. The country’s GDP growth of only 1.5% in the first quarter was responsible for its lacklustre performance…

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visa-free entry

New 5-year visa and visa-free entry to Thailand for 93 countries

Thailand’s new 60-day visa-free entry policy for 93 countries has come into effect, and a new 5-year Destination Thailand visa has been introduced. Thailand’s new visa-free entry policy came into effect on Monday, significantly expanding the list of countries whose citizens can visit the Kingdom without a visa. Ninety-three countries and territories have been granted…

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Five Thai Hostages

Five Thai Hostages Freed by Hamas Return to Thailand

Thailand, February 9, 2025 – Five Thai citizens, released from captivity by Hamas, landed at Suvarnabhumi Airport. They received a heartfelt welcome from their families, alongside Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv. Maris highlighted the government’s steadfast commitment to supporting Thai workers overseas, recognizing their release as a result of dedicated diplomatic…

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trade negotiations

The United States is ready for trade negotiations with Thailand

Thailand’s Deputy Minister Pichai Chunhavajira will lead the negotiations initiated by the US to strengthen long-standing economic ties. Thailand and the US are preparing for trade negotiations to strengthen economic ties. The United States has expressed its readiness to begin trade negotiations with Thailand. The Thai delegation at these negotiations, aimed at intensifying bilateral economic…

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Thai PM

Thai PM Meets Xi Jinping During Official Visit to China, Strengthens Diplomatic and Economic Ties

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…

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Republic Diplomatic Relations

Celebrating 50 Years Of Thai-Czech Republic Diplomatic Relations

H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs,” contacted H.E. Mr. Jan Lipavský, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, via telephone, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Thailand-Czechia relations. The Czechs and other parties aimed to boost trade and investment, strengthen defence cooperation, improve people-to-people relations, and prepare for the Czech side’s hosting…

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