Thailand urged to fast-track new PDP as energy transition becomes industrial survival test
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thai industry leaders are calling for a revised Power Development Plan to accelerate clean energy reform, open electricity markets and protect traditional manufacturing from global carbon rules.
Alcohol ban in force June 27–28 during Bangkok and Pattaya elections
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Election Commission has announced a nationwide alcohol ban in Bangkok and Pattaya electoral areas during election hours on June 27–28, with penalties for violations under election law.
Thailand, Kazakhstan set 2027–2028 roadmap to boost tourism
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand and Kazakhstan agree 2027–2028 cooperation roadmap to expand trade, tourism, connectivity and medical tourism, targeting stronger regional ties
DLA U-turn allows recruitment to proceed after fraud concerns
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Local Administration reverses its suspension, allowing recruitment of successful candidates to continue to avoid unfair impact amid ongoing exam fraud investigations.
Thailand Charts Course for Victory Amid Shifting Global Trade Order
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Industry leaders and officials urge Thai businesses to embrace resilience, AI, and ESG standards as geopolitical tensions redraw the rules of global commerce
The voltage of Thai heritage: how electric tuk-tuks are powering Bangkok’s quiet mobility revolution
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Bangkok’s electric tuk-tuk ecosystem, led by MuvMi and supported by Thailand’s 30@30 EV policy, is transforming last-mile transport into a clean, data-driven urban mobility model.
Should Thailand buy oil from non-Western partners? | The Next Move EP18
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand is being urged to diversify its crude oil imports, with more than 50% currently sourced from the Middle East. Should Thailand import oil from non-Western partners?
Thailand outlines energy transition towards Net Zero economy
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan highlights the new PDP 2026, biofuel subsidies, and renewable power plans to balance industrial growth with green goals.