Thai economy slips into recession after worst quarter in 8 years Thailand’s economy contracted at its sharpest pace in eight years in the first quarter, pushing Southeast Asia’s second largest economy into recession sooner than […]
Three new COVID-19 cases recorded in Thailand today Thailand recorded three new COVID-19 infections today (Sunday), as the country enters the second phase of lockdown relaxation. — Thai PBS News Thai Airways ponders bankruptcy as […]
14.5 million Thais eligible for the monthly 5,000-baht state subsidy 14.5 million Thai citizens have passed the eligibility screening for the three month 5,000 baht state subsidy. — Thai PBS News Phuket International Airport to […]
Prayut Says He Prioritizes Health Measures Over Economic Ones Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha reconfirmed on Tuesday health safety measures will be continually given higher priorities in face of the global pandemic than social and […]
CCSA worries that relaxed measures may cause 2nd wave of infection The Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration or CCSA has admitted that there are concerns about the possibility of a second wave of a COVID-19 […]
ThaiHealth promotes New Normal as way to prevent new COVID-19 outbreak Despite new COVID-19 cases being reported in only a single digit each day, the Department of Disease Control is still encouraging the general public […]
April consumer confidence lowest in over 21 years COVID-19 has resulted in last months’ consumer confidence index falling to the lowest in 21 years and seven months, but the Thai Chamber of Commerce believes a […]
Business groups see GDP contracting 3%-5% this year Thailand’s economy may shrink 3%-5% this year, sharply down from growth of 1.5%-2.0% projected in March, as the coronavirus pandemic hits global demand and domestic activity, a […]
Doctor stresses lifestyle changes crucial to preventing second outbreak The chief of Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute says Thailand won’t face a second wave of the COVID-19 outbreak if everyone keeps on wearing a face mask, […]
April consumer prices dive The consumer price index (CPI), a gauge of headline inflation, fell 2.99% year-on-year in April, the biggest decline in 10 years and nine months. — Bangkok Post Government health official warns […]
Roadside ambush in Pattani kills 1 and injures another Last night southern police reported that at 7pm a paramilitary ranger was shot dead and another injured in a roadside ambush in Sai Buri district in […]
40 new Covid cases confirmed in Yala The provincial public health office has confirmed 40 new coronavirus cases after thorough testing among at-risk groups, including those recently returned from neighbouring countries. — Bangkok Post Media, […]