Thailand’s Transport Minister Urges Tighter Safety Standards for Passenger Buses

Thailand Business News - Aug 30, 2026

Deputy PM Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn urged enhanced safety standards in Thailand’s bus industry and AI use in inspections, emphasizing passenger safety, staff training, and collaboration among transport and tourism sectors. Key Points Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn emphasized the need for stricter safety standards in Thailand’s passenger bus industry and advocated for increased […]

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