VAT Rise to 10% Proposed in Thailand to Fund Elderly Benefits A proposal to increase Thailand’s value-added tax (VAT) to 10% aims to boost government revenue and enhance welfare benefits for senior citizens. The plan, reported on Saturday, February 14, 2026, suggests the higher rate could generate an additional 200–300 billion baht annually. The extra […]
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37.41KM Koh Samui to Mainland Bridge Plan Set for 2029 Construction Start Thailand’s Expressway Authority (EXAT) has concluded its study into the 74-billion-baht Samui Bridge project, with construction scheduled to begin in 2029 and the route expected to open by late 2033. The 37.41-kilometre expressway will cut travel time between the mainland and Koh Samui […]
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Thai home-building market shrinks by 11%, Home Builder Association adapts with proactive strategies The Thai home-building market saw an 11% drop in Q1 2026, but the Home Builder Association is ramping up efforts across Thailand to stimulate the sector and prepare for recovery. In the face of Thailand’s economic pressures, including slow consumer spending, high […]
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Thai–Chinese high-speed rail phase 1 hits 51% completion The first phase of the Thai–Chinese high-speed rail project has reached 51.74% progress, says the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). Anan Phonimdaeng, the acting SRT governor, provided the update during a visit by the Senate committee on transport at Chiang Rak Noi railway station in Ayutthaya. Mr […]
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Thailand broadcaster Mcot Plc opens bids for Bangkok land State-owned broadcaster Mcot Plc has opened bidding for the lease of more than 50 rai of land near its headquarters in the Rama IX area of Bangkok, with the site expected to be developed as a mixed-use project amid the economic slowdown and an oversupply of […]
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Thailand’s Property Perfect plans to sell land, inventory for liquidity SET-listed developer Property Perfect has frozen new project launches this year and plans to offer land bank plots and properties worth a combined 4.8 billion baht for sale to strengthen liquidity. Chief executive Sanith Adhyanasakul said the company is in talks to sell vacant lands […]
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Ho Chi Minh City’s Vinh Loc Road Expansion Approved to Ease Congestion Ho Chi Minh City has greenlit a nearly VND7 trillion ($270 million) project to expand Vinh Loc Road, aiming to alleviate traffic congestion at one of the city’s busiest western gateways. The widening will stretch from Tran Van Giau Road to Road No. […]
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Bangkok Red Line suburban railway extension relocation eyed for Ratchawithi Station State Railway of Thailand (SRT) wants direct link set up with hospital The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has moved to overhaul the design of its Red Line suburban railway extension, proposing to relocate and rename the planned Ratchawithi Station to create a direct […]
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Mobile Banking Apps Blocked on Outdated Devices Starting 14 February 2026 in Thailand Banks in Thailand will limit mobile app access on outdated devices starting February 14, 2026. This initiative, driven by the Thai Bankers’ Association and the Thailand Banking Sector Computer Emergency Response Team (TB-CERT), aims to enhance security by supporting only devices with […]
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Thailand Updates Visa Rules for Economic Revival Thailand’s Cabinet has approved significant visa policy changes to attract more tourists, digital nomads, students, and retirees, as part of a larger economic stimulus plan. On February 10, Deputy Government Spokesperson Aiyarin Phanrit announced the endorsement of proposals from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including a package of […]
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