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Average Thai household income declined in 2025
Average Thai household income declined in 2025
Friday 19 June 2026, 12:55PM
BANGKOK: Thailand’s average household income declined in 2025, while lower-income households increasingly relied on financial assistance, according to several research institutions.
Thai spikers lose at home to newcomers Ukraine
Thai spikers lose at home to newcomers Ukraine
Friday 19 June 2026, 10:59AM
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand suffered a disappointing 2-3 (23-25, 25-19, 26-28, 25-22, 10-15) loss to newcomers Ukraine in their first match of the second week of the 2026 FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League amidst thunderous cheers from the home crowd on Wednesday night (June 17) at Bangkok's Huamark Indoor Stadium.
Thailand eyes Russia trade
Thailand eyes Russia trade
Friday 19 June 2026, 08:04AM
KAZAN: Thailand and Russia are seeking to strengthen trade and investment cooperation in sectors ranging from energy and fertilisers to digital technology and innovation.
Seventh day merit-making ceremony held for princess
Seventh day merit-making ceremony held for princess
BANGKOK: The government held a seventh-day (Sattamavara) merit-making ceremony yesterday (June 17) to dedicate merit to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati following her passing.
Woman found dead at Thai-Cambodian border after fleeing forced labour
Woman found dead at Thai-Cambodian border after fleeing forced labour
YALA: A 28-year-old woman from Yala was found dead in a canal along the Thai-Cambodian border after attempting to escape forced labour in Cambodia yesterday (June 17).
TAT slashes long-haul arrival forecast to 10mn
TAT slashes long-haul arrival forecast to 10mn
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has slashed its long-haul arrival forecast to 10 million this year, on par with last year, mainly attributed to the Middle East conflict.
New flight routes spark growing Krabi international interest
New flight routes spark growing Krabi international interest
BANGKOK: Krabi International Airport is attracting growing interest from international airlines, with new routes from Finland and Scandinavia expected to strengthen tourism and support local development, the Ministry of Transport says.
Anutin wants foreign culprits deported faster
Anutin wants foreign culprits deported faster
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered legal amendments to speed up the deportation of foreign criminals to prevent them from repeating their offences in Thailand, according to a government spokesperson.
Firms push for wider co-pay eligibility
Firms push for wider co-pay eligibility
BANGKOK: The Thai Retailers Association (TRA) wants to unlock the conditions for the ‘Thais Help Thais Plus’ co-payment scheme by expanding eligibility to businesses of all sizes, supporting business continuity and employment.
Anutin set for ASEAN-Russia meet
Anutin set for ASEAN-Russia meet
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will travel to Kazan, Russia, on June 17–18 to attend the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit, where Thailand aims to expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy and other economic sectors under its economic diplomacy policy.
Anutin unveils chip hub vision
Anutin unveils chip hub vision
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has unveiled a plan to position Thailand as ASEAN’s hub for advanced chip manufacturing, with the goal of producing “Made in Thailand” semiconductors by 2050.
Visa shift unlikely to deter Indians
Visa shift unlikely to deter Indians
BANGKOK: Replacing visa-free entry with a visa-on-arrival scheme for Indian tourists will not affect this market as affordable prices remain the decisive factor for them, while the policy change can help curb visa abuse, according to a major Indian travel agency.
Mourners fill Sanam Luang
Mourners fill Sanam Luang
BANGKOK: Thousands of Thais gathered at Sanam Luang yesterday (June 14) to pay their respects to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, on the first day the Royal Household Bureau opened public access for mourners to offer tribute before her portrait and sign condolence books.
B200bn energy scheme raises concerns
B200bn energy scheme raises concerns
BANGKOK: The plan to allocate B200 billion towards energy transition, focusing on rooftop solar systems and battery-powered vehicles, has raised concerns among economists and lawmakers over transparency and feasibility.
Unlocking western China
Unlocking western China
BANGKOK: Two-way tourism has been a focus in driving Chinese arrivals back to pre-pandemic levels, said the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) during a roadshow in new potential cities in China.
Public feedback sought on new Thai drone rules
Public feedback sought on new Thai drone rules
BANGKOK: The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is holding a public hearing on draft regulations covering four drone-related measures to support Thailand's digital economy, while also strengthening airspace safety.
Floodwaters begin to ease in South after record rain
Floodwaters begin to ease in South after record rain
BANGKOK: Floodwaters began receding across parts of the South yesterday (June 11) after days of torrential rain caused severe flash flooding in Phang Nga and Krabi, affecting hundreds of households and prompting emergency evacuations.
Monomax to show all World Cup matches in Thailand
Monomax to show all World Cup matches in Thailand
FOOTBALL: Jasmine International Plc (JAS) has officially secured the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Thailand, just hours before the first match kicks off, ensuring that all 104 matches will be available to football fans.
Travel fair organised to sustain arrivals despite turmoil
Travel fair organised to sustain arrivals despite turmoil
BANGKOK: The annual Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) is expected to generate momentum for tourism for the remainder of the year, helping the country meet its goals of 33 million arrivals and B2.65 trillion in revenue amid global uncertainty.
Situation ‘fragile’ at border as Chinese tanks arrive
Situation ‘fragile’ at border as Chinese tanks arrive
BANGKOK: The situation along the Thai-Cambodian border remains fragile, but is still under control, says National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Chatchai Bangchuad.