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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

Sugar cane farmers to get B6bn boost for machinery The Office of the Cane and Sugar Board (OCSB) is stepping up efforts to improve sugar cane farming efficiency and curb PM2.5 pollution through a 6-billion-baht state loan programme for the agricultural sector. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Govt may extend stimulus The government says it will consider extending the Thais Help Thais Plus stimulus programme by the end of this month, noting that if the Middle East energy crisis persists, further measures to ease the cost of living may be needed. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

GDP growth projection lifted to 2.5% The Center for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) has upgraded its projection for Thai GDP growth this year from 2% to 2.5%, attributed to exports and the artificial intelligence cycle. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

City orders checks on 47 data centres Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has ordered inspections of 47 data centres to assess their energy use, safety systems and potential environmental impact on nearby residents. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Power plan to reshape Thai electricity sector Thailand is preparing to rework its electricity sector under a new power development plan (PDP) that will open the market to greater private sector participation, accelerate renewable energy adoption and modernise the role of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (Egat), according to Energy Minister Akanat Promphan. Source:… read more

Solar rooftop subsidy scheme to open in mid-October Registration will open in mid-October for a solar rooftop scheme offering subsidies of up to 50,000 baht per installation, initially targeting 1 million households. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more