Learn from State Audit Office tragedyTomorrow, the nation will mark one of the most painful anniversaries in Thailand's recent history. Last year, a 33-storey office building under construction in Bangkok's Chatuchak district collapsed within seconds after seismic tremors were felt across Thailand. At 12.50pm, the structure -- owned by the State Audit Office (SAO) -- crumbled in just eight seconds. Over the past year, SAO executives have largely maintained that their role was limited to approving designs and monitoring progress based on recommendations from hired consultants. The past year has seen several serious accidents at public construction sites, including projects linked to the same contractor involved in the SAO building.

Source: Bangkok Post March 26, 2026 19:55 UTC