Policy

The Ministry of Finance signs an agreement with the Asian Development Bank to restore critical healthcare services and repair shelters in the south

AEROTHAI’s board has approved a two-month extension of a 30% air navigation charge cut for domestic flights in July and August.

The State Railway of Thailand publishes its 2026 Network Statement, unlocking unused track capacity for private firms under a milestone transport law

FM Sihasak says cancelling MoU 44 does not undermine Thailand’s credibility, stressing new negotiation framework with Cambodia under international process

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirms authorities are checking how public lighting charges are handled, insisting people must not carry the burden.

The Department of Intellectual Property deploys advanced tech and warehouse raids to secure consumer trust ahead of projected market boom

The 7-0 decision keeps the policy rate at 1.00%, with the committee tracking supply-side inflation, weak credit and vulnerable

Tourism Ministry plans a THB3bn co-payment scheme, free domestic flights for foreign tourists and a revised tourist entry fee from 2027

Thailand plans a 17-45 baht common electric rail fare from January 1, 2027, with one entry fee across all lines to cut living costs

Thailand will begin demolishing illegal structures on Phuket beaches in July, targeting Nui Beach, Freedom Beach and hotels in Sirinat National Park

Thailand is reviewing immigration laws to speed up deportations of foreign offenders as transnational crime and visa abuse raise security concerns

Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says Thailand’s common-ticket policy will move forward in phases, with a 200-billion-baht funding model under study and a 17-45 baht fare cap planned as short-term relief for commuters.

New rules taking effect on July 3, 2026, allow lower transfer charges, half-price travel for Thai seniors and free journeys for children and disabled passengers.