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Bangkok Air Quality Alert: PM2.5 Levels Exceed Safe Standards in 20 Districts
Air pollution in Bangkok surpassed safe thresholds in 20 districts on Saturday morning, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) Air Quality Information Centre. Residents are urged to wear masks outdoors and minimize time spent outside. The average PM2.5 level citywide was recorded at 37.2 micrograms per cubic meter (mcg) between 5:00 AM and 7:00 AM, nearing the national safety limit of 37.5 mcg over a three-hour average. PM2.5 particles, smaller than 2.5 micrometers in diameter, are linked to chronic health conditions like heart and lung diseases.

Is the Global Minimum Tax (GMT) Coming to Thailand? Here’s What You Need to Know

The Global Minimum Tax (GMT) is set to bring significant changes to international taxation, aiming to ensure fairer contributions from multinational corporations (MNCs). Introduced under the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) framework, GMT requires large MNCs to pay a minimum effective tax rate (ETR) of 15% in every country where they operate, even in low-tax jurisdictions or those offering special tax incentives. The reform seeks to curb tax avoidance, reduce profit shifting, and foster a fair, sustainable global economy. MNCs subject to this tax must meet a threshold of €750 million in consolidated group revenue over at least two of the past four fiscal years.

Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, and Cooling Temperatures Across Thailand

Southern Thailand and Coastal Conditions (Through January 18, 2025)
The northeast monsoon is bringing strong winds and heavy rains to Southern Thailand. From Songkhla and southward, waves in the Gulf of Thailand are reaching heights of 2-3 meters, with thundershowers causing them to rise above 3 meters. Residents near the Gulf are advised to watch out for inshore surges, and small boats should remain ashore until January 18. Northeastern winds in the Andaman Sea are also creating challenging conditions.

Casino Bill Sparks Heated Debate in Thai Parliament: Sirikanya Tansakun Demands Transparency and Regulation

In a high-stakes parliamentary debate on September 3, 2024, Sirikanya Tansakun, deputy leader of the People’s Party (PP), delivered a powerful critique of the government’s proposal to incorporate casinos into entertainment complexes. Her concerns focused on the urgent need for regulatory oversight and transparency in licensing, warning of potential risks such as gambling addiction, financial exploitation, and money laundering. Sirikanya highlighted the ambiguity in the bill's language, which she argued granted committees broad powers without specifying governance measures. She called for robust companion regulations to establish clear criteria for provincial casino approvals and safeguards against financial manipulation.