Articles by: Joseph O' Connor
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thai baht rockets 12.5% against USD as foreign inflows surge. Business leaders urge central bank action to protect exports, tourism, and the economy from losses… Read More ›
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In a tense press conference, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra revealed her government’s rift over constitutional amendments. She deftly pivoted and spoke of prioritising flood relief… Read More ›
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Finance Minister Pichai proposes raising Thailand’s inflation rate in talks with the central bank, warning that prolonged low inflation could risk a systemic economic crisis.… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput warns against hasty interest rate cuts. The central bank boss emphasises financial stability over government demands. It comes amid rising tensions. Mr… Read More ›
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Thailand is working on a new 6-country tourist visa plan covering Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Malaysia, plus a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system.… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand launches a new tourist entry portal with ฿300 levy and automatic insurance planned. ETA system is coming soon to boost security and streamline the… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Bank of Thailand boss clashes with the government, saying current economic policies only benefit big businesses while household debt soars. He warns against GDP obsession… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Commerce Minister Blasts Bank of Thailand: Strong Baht is killing Exporters. Minister Pichai demands interest rate cuts to rescue the economy from a credit crunch… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thai EV crisis: Chinese firms struggle with overproduction and government tax penalties threat amid falling global demand. With rising household debt and regulatory hurdles, manufacturers… Read More ›
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Pheu Thai wins Phitsanulok by-election as People’s Party faces another defeat. Public anxiety rises over government stability, as a new poll shows widespread concerns about… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
End of Thailand’s ‘happy-go-lucky’ economy? Paetongtarn’s radical plan aims to end the grey market with sweeping tax reform, debt relief, and financial education. SMEs, foreignersm,… Read More ›
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In a heated Philadelphia debate, Kamala Harris edged out Donald Trump, according to a YouGov poll. Harris led with 47% to Trump’s 43%, in polling… Read More ›
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s youngest PM, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is already under fire. Just days into her tenure, a petition challenges her leadership over a ‘mini-heart’ gesture. With a… Read More ›
Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
China’s economy is at risk. Ex-central bank chief warns of deflation spiral amid weak consumer demand and faltering property market. Calls for urgent action as… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s Revenue Department drafts global tax legislation. It may link visa issuance to tax returns soon. Expats staying over 180 days must file by March… Read More ›
Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Paetongtarn Shinawatra takes office as Thailand’s youngest PM, but her father’s influence looms large, making him both a key figure and a potential liability for… Read More ›
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7-Eleven’s Japanese owner rejects a $39 billion buyout offer from Canadian Circle K operator Couche-Tard. CP Group, Thailand’s 7-Eleven franchise owner, closely watches the deal.… Read More ›
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Corporate America’s anti-woke shift signals a change in grassroots sentiment. As the U.S. presidential debate approaches, Thailand-based expats are watching closely. At the same time,… Read More ›
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Ung Ing’s cabinet faces early opposition from Thailand’s right wing, with critics targeting the new Defence Minister. Amid cabinet reshuffle speculation, concerns have arisen over… Read More ›
Crime, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s rising tall-building deaths demand transparency. Reports and investigations must stop overlooking details as privacy concerns are presently in vogue. Accidents, suicides, or crimes? Public… Read More ›
Phuket Police Chief warns criminals to give island a miss as four tourists are nabbed for extortion 
Thaksin warns drug dealers: “I’m back” as he tells Udon Thani crowd his children give him orders 
Tourism Ministry official describes Full Moon Party Israeli security alert as mere ‘rumour-mongering’ without facts 
Channel 3 TV firm announces radical restructuring as ad revenue moves inexorably online and off-air 
Palang Pracharat Party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan vows to oppose Thai Cambodian maritime memo 
PM tests biometric sites at Suvarnabhumi Airport as she flies out to drum up business for Thailand 
Trade chief Robert Lighthizer asked to take up role by Trump as Thailand has 13th largest deficit worldwide 
Ko Kood at the centre of Thailand’s rising political storm waged against Paetongtarn’s government 
Financial experts and economists in sombre warning to government: Hands off the Bank of Thailand 
Ung Ing meets reviled junta boss General Min Aung Hlaing at Kunming summit after Chinese invitation 
Mayor and business leader gunned down by Muslim-clad killers armed with military calibre rifles in Narathiwat 
Trump stuns World with an even greater victory than in 2016. Massive electoral gains in US swing state wipeout 
War between spouses of top police officers offers a terrifying glimpse of behind the scene rivalries 
An old man smashes EV car through a car park wall and tumbles to the ground wheel up on Monday. Survives 
Prime Minister Paetongtarn holds urgent talks and briefings to diffuse the rising Ko Kood controversy 
Chinese illegal migrant flow to Thailand increasing bringing challenges for the Royal Thai Police and the economy 
UK Conservatives elect first Black leader amid turmoil following a disastrous July 4th General Election rout 
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