Mortgage holders to get more debt repayment help
Authorities are expected to roll out additional debt restructuring measures for mortgage borrowers as their debt-servicing ability has weakened amid slower economic growth.
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
Small nuclear reactor plans begin
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat) has outlined a five-phase roadmap to develop the country's first small modular reactor (SMR), with a 300-megawatt unit scheduled to begin commercial operation in 2037 under the new power development plan (PDP).
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
9/11 widow delivers scathing attack on Saudis
NEW YORK – A family member of one of those killed in the Sept 11, 2001 attacks unleashed a searing criticism of Saudi Arabia live on US television during the reading of victims’ names at the 9/11 Memorial on Friday.
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
BoT steps up measures against illicit finance
The Bank of Thailand and the financial sector have joined forces to step up measures against illicit financial activities.
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
Ayutthaya abbot held in embezzlement and sex scandal
A 66-year-old abbot accused of embezzling 100 million baht from a well-known temple in Ayutthaya was arrested on Thursday, along with a female aide who was seen having sex with the monk in security video taken in his quarters.
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
New disaster scheme set to increase premiums by B15bn
The government's planned national disaster insurance scheme for residential properties is expected to add roughly 15 billion baht in new premiums for the general insurance industry, with 25 insurers initially qualifying to participate, says the Thai General Insurance Association (TGIA).
Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml
