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PM Paetongtarn to visit South after the Tak Bai massacre accused officials begin returning to work post-statute expiry. Deputy PM Anutin warns of “social penalties”… Read More ›
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Thailand’s BRICS alignment marks a shift from its U.S. ties, as it joins the “global south” in a new anti-Western bloc. Thai foreign minister Maris… Read More ›
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Thai cabinet split on casino bill as Bhumjaithai Party resists. Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat says the plan could boost the economy and tourism, but Deputy… Read More ›
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Political instability and legal battles are eroding investor confidence in Thailand, leading to significant capital outflows. The Stock Exchange has dropped after a brief rally,… Read More ›
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Investors betting on Trump’s 2024 win fuel a US dollar surge, with the currency up over 4% since late September. Strong US economic data and… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn faces intense scrutiny as the Constitutional Court seeks the Attorney General’s explanation on why a massive complaint, pushing for her removal, was not… Read More ›
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Xi Jinping’s U-turn on fiscal measures aims to prop up the struggling property sector and local governments. But doubts linger over whether this will be… Read More ›
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Pheu Thai’s coalition government struggles just six weeks in, as protests loom and tensions rise over key issues. At a friendly dinner, PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra… Read More ›
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DEBT CRISIS: Heartbreak in Thailand. A young husband mourns his wife’s tragic suicide, highlighting the nation’s crippling household debt. As PM Paetongtarn pledges action, informal… Read More ›
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Pheu Thai Party and indeed the government are in turmoil as the Election Commission launches an investigation into its alleged links to Thaksin Shinawatra. Amid… Read More ›
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Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra revives grassroots support to boost Thailand’s sluggish economy. The new initiative focuses on helping small businesses through reduced costs and increased… Read More ›
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Bank of Thailand cuts interest rates by 25 basis points in a surprise move. Stronger baht and muted inflation are thought to be key factors… Read More ›
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Thailand’s government is urgently studying a negative income tax (NIT) plan to include all adults in the economy, addressing an ageing society and a widespread… Read More ›
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Thailand’s tourism sector was hit by declines in Q3 due to a weak economy, flooding, and global tensions. Hopes remain for a recovery in Q4,… Read More ›
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Thailand’s ฿23 billion parliament faces major issues with water leaks, a collapsed ceiling, damaged documents, and a broken escalator. Officials and MPs express frustration as… Read More ›
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Thailand faces political turmoil as legal action threatens to dissolve the ruling Pheu Thai Party, with claims of Thaksin Shinawatra’s influence at its core. As… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Trump promises to end double taxation for expats in Thailand, aiming to win their support in the election. With 100,000 Americans living there, his pledge… Read More ›
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Chinese-owned EV manufacturers in Thailand face a crisis with a surplus of unsold cars. They demand urgent government intervention. Failure to meet production quotas could… Read More ›
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PM Paetongtarn faces growing pressure as political infighting and mob campaigns aim to oust her government. Bhumjaithai pushes for Anutin as the next PM amid… Read More ›
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Central Bank and Finance Ministry seek a unified stance on rising inflation, projected at 1.49%. However, political instability looms as Deputy Prime Minister Pichai pushes… Read More ›
Massive police operation to suppress a prescription drug ring linked to Veterans hospitals in Bangkok 
Mad Dutch man removed from Krabi hotel by police after acting out on drug or alcohol-fueled frenzy 
German arrested by Immigration Bureau entered Thailand illegally last year after previous deportation 
Russians watched as Police in Phuket send US dollar bills to the Embassy in Bangkok for verification 
PM Paetongtarn’s tax affairs questioned in House Censure debate by opposition MPs over interest relief on loans 
Paedophile who lived in Phuket for 27 years as a sociable Brit convicted of 97 offences against minors 
Krabi police and Liverpool fans nab drug dealer wearing Newcastle United T-shirt after Wembley cup final loss 
Flying Germans in BMW car charged with dangerous driving in Rawai Phuket and facing a bill for damage 
Body of crazed German man who refused to take his meds but instead smoked cannabis, found at home 
New DSI evidence sees Election Commission open investigation into 2024 Senate election suspicions 
Banking crisis addressed by the Finance Ministry as Puey research shows only 25% of Thais are bankable 
‘They’re not Hollywood actors’ slams Phumtham as Xinjiang visit by Thai officials is heavily criticised 
Bank of Thailand responds to Thaksin’s idea to buy bank debt and give borrowers a second chance 
Massive Pot smuggling racket. Foreign tourists paid and sent to Thailand on holidays. Security threat 
Bangkok Expressway reopens on Thursday after 6 deaths last Saturday. Furious PM demands action 
Crackdown on vaping and e-cigs as PM Paetongtarn visits Bang Bua Thong following ฿130 million seizure 
Voice of America shut down by Trump including its regional headquarters in Bangkok. Free rein for China 
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