Thailand studies Bangkok Port closure and entertainment complex plan
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has ordered a study into closing Bangkok Port, transferring its operations to Laem Chabang and transforming Khlong Toei into a casino-free entertainment complex.
Fatality reported following NGV station explosion in Si Racha
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
A man was found dead after a loud explosion at an NGV filling station in Bowin, where rescue workers searched for any other injured people still trapped inside.
Royal Irrigation Department backs Thailand-China water cooperation
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
Thailand’s Royal Irrigation Department will help implement a new water cooperation pact with China covering irrigation, hydropower and climate resilience.
Gold taxes may drive trade to Singapore, Thai association warns
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
Thailand’s Gold Traders Association plans to oppose proposed taxes on gold transactions, warning that they could weaken the domestic industry and drive trade to Singapore.
Thailand studies three-zone urban rail fares before Cabinet review
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
The Department of Rail Transport plans a second public consultation by the end of December 2026 before completing its zone-based urban rail fare study in January 2027.