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Bangkok’s Condo market to see continued decline Despite cuts in transfer and mortgage fees, as well as relaxed loan-to-value limits, Bangkok’s condo market is expected to continue its decline from last year, driven by the ongoing economic slowdown and weak foreign demand. Phattarachai Taweewong, director of the research department at property consultancy Colliers Thailand, said […]

Daily minimum wage to increase to 400 baht in Bangkok from 01 July 2025 Higher rate will also apply in most tourism venues nationwide, but help for employers offered Elsewhere, rates range from 337 to 380 baht depending on the province An increase in the daily minimum wage to 400 baht (£9.07 / €10.65 / […]

High-speed rail linking three airports set to transform Thailand’s transport landscape High-speed rail linking three airports enters final contract phase in July, closing a five‑year delay. With B 271.8 bn investment and 2029 opening, it will revolutionise travel. High‑speed rail linking three airports marks a pivotal milestone in Thailand’s infrastructural expansion, with the amended contract set for […]

Thailand’s bidet spray – hygienic bathroom culture found in every home Thailand’s approach to personal hygiene after using the toilet has deep cultural roots. Traditionally, people used a small bowl to pour water for cleaning. Over time, this practice evolved into the use of the bidet spray – a simple handheld device that is now […]

Quelling the earthquake tremors of 28 March 2025 in Thailand While the March 28 earthquake shook many buildings in Bangkok, most of the damage was to non-structural parts. The earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28 sent tremors through many high-rise buildings in Bangkok, shaking not just the structures but also buyer confidence, if only […]

Thailand’s high-speed rail project linking three airports project (Don Mueang–Suvarnabhumi–U-Tapao) to finalise contract in July 2025 after five-year delay The high-speed rail linking three airports project (Don Mueang–Suvarnabhumi–U-Tapao) is expected to finalise the contract in July, ending a five-year delay since the Covid-19 pandemic. The Covid-19 pandemic severely impacted numerous infrastructure investment projects in the […]