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Vietnam FTA push raises pressure on Thai exporters in Gulf markets
Vietnam FTA push raises pressure on Thai exporters in Gulf markets
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Vietnam is accelerating a new generation of FTAs to expand into the Middle East and South Asia, a strategy that could increase competitive pressure on Thai exporters.MRTA revises Purple Line fares and expands passenger concessions
MRTA revises Purple Line fares and expands passenger concessions
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
New rules taking effect on July 3, 2026, allow lower transfer charges, half-price travel for Thai seniors and free journeys for children and disabled passengers.Phi Ta Khon turns Loei’s ghost-mask tradition into Bt188m tourism boost
Phi Ta Khon turns Loei’s ghost-mask tradition into Bt188m tourism boost
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand is using Loei’s Bun Luang and Phi Ta Khon Festival to drive cultural tourism and grassroots income, with the three-day event expected to attract at least 100,000 visitors and generate more than 188 million baht for local communities.Heavy rain risk grows as southwest monsoon strengthens in Thailand
Heavy rain risk grows as southwest monsoon strengthens in Thailand
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Rain is forecast to increase across upper Thailand from Thursday (June 25, 2026) to Saturday (June 27, 2026), with heavy falls in some areas.Thailand face Netherlands in key Bangkok VNL clash after two wins
Thailand face Netherlands in key Bangkok VNL clash after two wins
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand face the Netherlands at Indoor Stadium Huamark in Bangkok in VNL 2026, chasing a third straight victory after wins over Bulgaria and Canada.Thailand targets Bt1bn suspected foreign nominee land network in Andaman provinces
Thailand targets Bt1bn suspected foreign nominee land network in Andaman provinces
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand has intensified its crackdown on suspected foreign nominee networks in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi, with authorities inspecting 89 land plots worth more than Bt1 billion as part of efforts to curb illegal foreign control of land and businesses in major tourism provinces.US keeps Iran World Cup travel curbs under review amid planned FIFA complaint
US keeps Iran World Cup travel curbs under review amid planned FIFA complaint
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
The US is keeping Iran’s World Cup travel arrangements under review while defending restrictions that require the squad to return to its Tijuana base after matches.China’s pet-friendly boom opens new export window for Thai pet food makers
China’s pet-friendly boom opens new export window for Thai pet food makers
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
China’s fast-growing pet-friendly culture is creating fresh opportunities for Thai pet food exporters, as demand rises for premium, functional and health-focused products among Chinese consumers who increasingly treat pets as family members.Thailand urged to accelerate energy transition as US-Iran sign MoU
Thailand urged to accelerate energy transition as US-Iran sign MoU
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand urged to speed up EV and renewable energy adoption as US-Iran ceasefire talks highlight ongoing energy security risks.Bangkok seals off century-old shophouses after fatal canopy collapse
Bangkok seals off century-old shophouses after fatal canopy collapse
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Bangkok officials have sealed off a row of century-old shophouses near Wat Traimit after a concrete canopy collapsed on Rama IV Road, killing a 67-year-old man and damaging several vehicles.