Thailand's liberal gold regime at risk Investment in gold has long been regarded as a hedge against economic uncertainty, particularly during periods of heightened volatility. Yet gold is increasingly being used as a means of converting grey money into legitimate money, raising concerns about its broader impact on the country's economy and society. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml… read more

PM distances govt from Vorapak saga Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has distanced his government from allegations linking former deputy finance minister Vorapak Tanyawong to Southeast Asian scam networks, saying Mr Vorapak must clear his name himself. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Fed rate hike puts spotlight on 2027 view The Federal Reserve's interest rate hike has shifted market attention to the 2027 outlook, with persistently high borrowing costs and US bond yields pressuring Thai stocks, though a less hawkish longer-term assessment could ease concerns for emerging markets, note analysts. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

PM issues deadline for exam inquiry Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the Interior Ministry to conclude its investigation into alleged cheating in local government recruitment examinations by Sept 30. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Govt targets citizenship loopholes The government has ordered a review of Thai nationality application procedures and citizenship granted over the past year as it prepares amendments to the 1965 Nationality Act aimed at closing legal loopholes. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Household debt-to-GDP ratio forecast to decline The Thai household debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to decline to 84% by the end of this year, regardless of GDP growth, according to a study by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC). Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Central invests $3bn in Vietnam to fuel growth Central Group is investing another US$3 billion (100 billion baht) in Vietnam to expand its retail operations and property development projects. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

PM orders quick deportation of errant foreigners Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, in his capacity as the interior minister, has ordered provincial governors and district chiefs to act quickly to deport foreigners who commit offences and take advantage of Thais. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Discord in the EC boils over The Election Commission's announcement was supposed to close a chapter: 77 people referred to the Supreme Court over alleged collusion in the 2024 Senate election. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Bangkok oil leak confirmed from Bangchak pipeline Oil-contaminated wastewater in Bangkok has been traced to a Bangchak Group fuel pipeline along Chuea Phloeng Road in Khlong Toey district, Thitipat Chotidechachainan, secretary to the energy minister, confirmed on Thursday. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Ex-minister Vorapak named in US sanctions push Former deputy finance minister Vorapak Tanyawong is among 26 people and two companies targeted by US lawmakers for sanctions against figures linked to Southeast Asian financial scam gangs. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more

Tourism stimulus likely to be postponed until April The government’s planned “Thai Tiew Thai Plus” domestic tourism stimulus scheme is likely to be postponed until April next year, amid concerns that staging a promotion during the high season starting in October would have limited economic benefits. Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/rss/data/topstories.xml … read more