Cabinet agrees to keep VAT at 7% for another year

21 Sept 05:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet decided to retain the 7% VAT rate on goods and services until September 30, 2024, to stimulate economic recovery through consumer spending.
This decision offers relief to consumers and businesses, averting a potential increase to 10% that could have negatively impacted spending.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.