Thailand has confirmed public transport reforms taking effect on January 1, 2027, introducing a starting BTS Skytrain fare of 17 baht and a maximum charge of 45 baht per journey. The government will also require public bus operators to convert their fleets entirely to electric vehicles, aiming to ease commuting costs and reduce urban emissions.
Thailand Orders Emergency Flood Relief for Chachoengsao and Prachinburi as Ayutthaya Remains Inundated
Thailand's prime minister has ordered immediate disaster relief funding and coordinated emergency operations in Chachoengsao and Prachinburi. Flooding also remains severe in Ayutthaya, where water levels have reached one to two metres in affected areas, putting pressure on residential communities and industrial districts.
Thailand Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Bangkok and Eastern Provinces Through October 13
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall across several regions, including Bangkok, Rayong, Chanthaburi and Trat, through October 13. The forecast raises concerns about further flooding, agricultural damage and disruption to communities already dealing with seasonal monsoon conditions.