Economy · PoliticsNew Labour Laws Promise Pay, Leave and Care for 40m Thai Workers
Thailand’s new Labour Protection Act seeks longer leave, better pay and universal healthcare for 40 million informal workers—key issues shaping the 2024 election.
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PoliticsThailand's Next Government Takes Shape as Bhumjaithai Gains Ground
Latest Thailand election poll shows Bhumjaithai surging toward a Pheu Thai coalition, eyeing 300+ MPs and pledging cheaper power tariffs, bigger subsidies.
Economy · PoliticsThailand’s Democrats Kick Off 90-Day Reform Sprint for 5% GDP Growth
Thailand's Democrat Party maps a 90-day, 10-mission reboot—from open data to farm aid—aiming for 5% GDP growth while restoring investor and household confidence.
Politics · EconomyBorder Skirmishes & Money Laundering Scandals Shape Thailand’s Election
Border firefights in Ubon and a ฿10 billion asset freeze push defence spending and hard-line nationalism to the fore of Thailand’s 2026 election—see what’s at stake.
Politics · EconomyBangkok Suspends Hazardous Rama II Projects, Commuters Brace for Gridlock
Bangkok halts hazardous Rama II road and high-speed rail works with emergency administrative orders, launches safety audit as drivers brace for traffic gridlock
Politics · EconomyEconomic Party Pitches High-Speed Rail, Cheaper Power and Tough Anti-Graft Laws
Explore the Economic Party’s coast-to-coast rail vision, 2.80-baht power tariff cap, life-sentence anti-graft bill and Phuket traffic‐water fixes — see what’s at stake in the coming Thai election.
Politics · EconomyThai Voters Dismiss Handouts, Demand Long-Term Reforms Ahead of Vote
New nationwide poll shows 67% of Thai voters won’t be swayed by cash handouts in the 8 Feb election, demanding long-term fiscal and anti-corruption reforms.
National News · PoliticsRama II Gantry Collapse Kills Two, Strands Commuters; PM Orders Safety Overhaul
Gantry failure on Bangkok’s Rama II Road leaves two motorists dead and cripples traffic. PM orders safety audit; commuters face weeks of lane closures.
Politics · EconomyWellness Tourism, Cash Stipends and AI Services Anchor Pheu Thai’s Election Bid
Pheu Thai repurposes casino zones into wellness hubs, offers up to 3,000-baht aid and AI-driven services—learn how this plan could transform Thailand’s economy.