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IMF says targeted aid shields vulnerable households at lower cost
IMF says targeted aid shields vulnerable households at lower cost
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
IMF research says targeted cash transfers best protect vulnerable households during cost-of-living crises while limiting fiscal costs.Business leaders seek investment as 7-day IMF-World Bank meetings begin October 12
Business leaders seek investment as 7-day IMF-World Bank meetings begin October 12
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Business leaders urge regulatory reform, AI investment and stronger networks to turn Thailand’s IMF-World Bank meetings into lasting economic gains.Saudi airport attack kills one and wounds 11 on October 11
Saudi airport attack kills one and wounds 11 on October 11
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
The latest Riyadh airport attack follows a strike that killed 13, as Saudi authorities confirm another airport was hit in Dammam.TMD forecasts rain in 70% of southern Thailand on October 12
TMD forecasts rain in 70% of southern Thailand on October 12
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Southern Thailand faces flash-flood risks from heavy rain, while thundershowers are forecast for 30% of Bangkok and surrounding areasVerstappen conquers Singapore as Hamilton tumbles from second to sixth after pit blunder on October 11
Verstappen conquers Singapore as Hamilton tumbles from second to sixth after pit blunder on October 11
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026
Kimi Antonelli extends his title lead to 102 points with third place in Singapore as Max Verstappen claims his first Marina Bay victory.TMD issues warning No 8 for heavy rain on Oct 10–13
TMD issues warning No 8 for heavy rain on Oct 10–13
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
Bangkok faces heavy rain risks on October 10–11, while southern Thailand remains under warning through October 13, with flash floods possible.Bangkok floods ease but six eastern districts remain on alert for overnight rain
Bangkok floods ease but six eastern districts remain on alert for overnight rain
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
Flooding in Bangkok has eased after two rain-free days, but 97 communities in six eastern districts remain affected as the city prepares for more rain overnight.Thai household spending rises as fuel and travel costs bite
Thai household spending rises as fuel and travel costs bite
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
Thai households spent an average 21,217 baht a month in the first nine months of 2026, up 326 baht year on year as fuel and transport costs increased.JKN placed under absolute receivership as creditors given two months to file claims
JKN placed under absolute receivership as creditors given two months to file claims
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
JKN Global Group’s business and assets are under an official receiver’s sole control following an August 25 court order in ThailandAnutin steps up flood response as Bangkok prepares for IMF-World Bank meetings
Anutin steps up flood response as Bangkok prepares for IMF-World Bank meetings
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered agencies to assess flood risks, accelerate recovery and prepare vulnerable communities ahead of the IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok.