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Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:47:00 +0700Protesters blocked from reaching IMF, World Bank meeting venue
Demonstrators faced a police blockade banning them on Friday from marching to the meeting venue of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund to air grievances against the two institutions.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:59:00 +0700New airport baggage inspection starts on Friday
Airport authorities can open checked baggage during the screening process without the presence of the passenger from Friday in a new regulation to increase aviation safety.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:41:00 +0700Amnesty expresses concerns over police conduct against IMF protesters
Amnesty International Thailand raised concerns over police conduct after observing the use of physical force against protesters, who gathered near the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group Annual Meetings on Thursday morning.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:42:00 +0700Julapun rules out scrapping SSO board election
Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat said that nullifying the Social Security Board election, which was won by the Progressive Social Security team, was not under consideration and that politicians were not prohibited from encouraging people to vote.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:37:00 +0700Central banks urged to strive for clear communication
Central banks are emphasising clear and effective monetary policy communication as heightened global uncertainty complicates economic assessments and policy decisions, while the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) introduces new challenges in...
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0700AI seen as key for developing nations
Artificial intelligence (AI) can help emerging markets enhance productivity, bridge skill gaps and reduce costs through localisation, according to AI venture capitalists and startups at the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0700Pheu Thai assures BJT of its support
Pheu Thai pledged to support the Bhumjaithai-led government during the upcoming no-confidence debate, with key party figure Yodchanan Wongsawat expressing confidence in the administration's performance.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:27:00 +0700IMF warns of economic storms
Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), warned that countries must rebuild economic buffers, address global imbalances and prepare for the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI).
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:20:00 +0700EC urged to look at Suchada donations
Former Democrat MP Sirichok Sopha has urged the Election Commission (EC) to investigate donations to the ruling Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party from MP Suchada Zhang Thaensap, whose Australian husband is under scrutiny for his business interests.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:12:00 +0700Pundits call for use of farm land for wind energy projects
Energy investors are calling on the government to allow development of wind farms on Sor Por Kor agricultural reform land, arguing the move would help lower electricity prices, strengthen energy security and improve farmers' incomes.