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Bangkok fast-tracks 4th city plan revision to replace outdated 2013 master plan
Bangkok fast-tracks 4th city plan revision to replace outdated 2013 master plan
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
Bangkok is fast-tracking the 4th revision of its comprehensive city plan to replace the outdated 2013 master plan, with a 90-day public review scheduled for March 2026 ahead of expected promulgation around mid-2027.Nestlé cements Thailand’s status as regional strategic hub for advanced food tech
Nestlé cements Thailand’s status as regional strategic hub for advanced food tech
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
Deputy PM Ekniti Nitithanprapas meets Nestlé executives at Davos, confirming a $830m investment portfolio and a massive 90% export rate for pet foodWorking-age people targeted by AI deepfake scams, warns AOC 1441
Working-age people targeted by AI deepfake scams, warns AOC 1441
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
In 2026, the working-age group becomes the prime target for online fraudsters who are using AI to fake faces and voices, tricking victims through QR codes and scams to steal money.Phuket’s property game-changer: from beach getaway to investor magnet
Phuket’s property game-changer: from beach getaway to investor magnet
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
Mega projects, branded residences and sustained foreign demand are reshaping Phuket into a strategic Andaman-side investment hub. Colliers Thailand data show 45,066 new units launched in 2021–2025 worth 469.7 billion baht, with strong sell-through highlighting deep, long-stay demand.Thailand cited as ketamine source in ex-baseball player smuggling probe
Thailand cited as ketamine source in ex-baseball player smuggling probe
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
South Korean and Japanese outlets are tracking transnational drug cases, alleging a former pro baseball player smuggled ketamine from Thailand into South Korea.Thailand moves to end sole-agent rule, widen alcohol import competition
Thailand moves to end sole-agent rule, widen alcohol import competition
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
The Finance Ministry’s proposed rules would remove exclusive sole-agent rights in the imported alcohol trade, aiming to curb monopolisation and create fairer, freer competition.AOT pushes Suvarnabhumi expansion worth 210bn baht
AOT pushes Suvarnabhumi expansion worth 210bn baht
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
Airports of Thailand is advancing a 210bn-baht Suvarnabhumi build-out: a phased South Terminal and a 12bn-baht East Expansion awaiting cabinet approvalPeople’s Party leader vows to take opposition bench if party finishes second
People’s Party leader vows to take opposition bench if party finishes second
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2026
People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut says he will take the opposition leader’s role if the party finishes second in the February 8 election, while insisting it is targeting at least 200 House seats.