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Britain seeks rapprochement with China as a massive rifts open up between Labour’s UK and Trump’s USA

Britain seeks rapprochement with China as a massive rifts open up between Labour’s UK and Trump’s USA

January 12, 2025

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UK seeks rapprochement with China amid rising tensions with the US, as Labour’s controversial high-tax budget and Donald Trump’s return stoke political rifts. Chancellor Rachel… Read More ›

Thailand’s economy faces an uncertain 2025 with all eggs placed in the foreign tourism industry basket

Thailand’s economy faces an uncertain 2025 with all eggs placed in the foreign tourism industry basket

January 11, 2025

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Thailand’s 2025 economic outlook remains uncertain, heavily relying on foreign tourism. Experts warn of tighter credit, higher non-performing loans, and the impact of Chinese trade… Read More ›

Visa waiver scheme questioned with another China Crisis for foreign tourism driven by security fears

Visa waiver scheme questioned with another China Crisis for foreign tourism driven by security fears

January 10, 2025

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Thailand’s visa waiver scheme faces mounting scrutiny as a series of crimes involving Chinese nationals, including abductions and scams, spark a crisis of confidence among… Read More ›

People’s Party leader calls out a lack of opportunity in Thailand for talented innovators to break through

People’s Party leader calls out a lack of opportunity in Thailand for talented innovators to break through

January 8, 2025

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People’s Party deputy leader warns Thailand risks ‘Middle Income Trap’ without bold reforms. Wira Yut Kanchanachuchat urges dismantling privilege, fostering competition and empowering players to… Read More ›

Donald Trump’s second-term impact in the latter half of 2025 tops Bank of Thailand’s economic concerns

Donald Trump’s second-term impact in the latter half of 2025 tops Bank of Thailand’s economic concerns

January 7, 2025

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The Bank of Thailand braces for Trump’s second term, citing risks from US-China trade tensions, job losses, and a volatile baht. With projected 2025 growth… Read More ›

Revenue Department boss calls on tax residents in Thailand to file 2024 returns by March 31st deadline

Revenue Department boss calls on tax residents in Thailand to file 2024 returns by March 31st deadline

January 3, 2025

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Revenue Department urges tax residents in Thailand to file 2024 returns by March 31. Expats with over 180 days in Thailand must submit returns for… Read More ›

Thaksin warns that the media in Thailand has become too sensational and influential as he sues lawyer

Thaksin warns that the media in Thailand has become too sensational and influential as he sues lawyer

December 28, 2024

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Thaksin Shinawatra warns that Thai media has become too sensational and influential, calling for more factual reporting. Meanwhile, he has filed a criminal defamation complaint… Read More ›

Economy sees sharp setback with lower private spending, investment and foreign tourism income

Economy sees sharp setback with lower private spending, investment and foreign tourism income

December 27, 2024

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Fresh data shows Thailand’s economy struggles as private consumption, investment and foreign tourism income drop. Manufacturing output slipped, and car production fell 27%. With tightened… Read More ›

Thai Zoo launches 5 giant rodents in Santa outfits to help tourists celebrate Christmas in the kingdom

Thai Zoo launches 5 giant rodents in Santa outfits to help tourists celebrate Christmas in the kingdom

December 25, 2024

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Thai Zoo debuts capybaras in Santa suits to woo Christmas tourists as the kingdom embraces festive cheer and Western traditions. Giant rodents join Thailand’s unique… Read More ›

Tourism cryptocurrency sandbox payment plan is bound to face stiff opposition from the central bank

Tourism cryptocurrency sandbox payment plan is bound to face stiff opposition from the central bank

December 23, 2024

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Thailand’s plan to introduce a crypto payment sandbox for tourism may face resistance from the central bank, which has long prohibited such transactions. Despite support… Read More ›

Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai rift is real and widening despite the latest attempt to soothe concerns among the public

Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai rift is real and widening despite the latest attempt to soothe concerns among the public

December 22, 2024

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Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai’s political rift deepens despite efforts to smooth tensions. Thaksin Shinawatra’s growing influence, disputes over land, cannabis, constitutional reform and a looming… Read More ›

Thaksin calls for crypto-based bonds. Notes success and beauty of Isan women who marry foreigners

Thaksin calls for crypto-based bonds. Notes success and beauty of Isan women who marry foreigners

December 20, 2024

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Thaksin calls for cryptocurrency-backed bonds to boost liquidity in Thailand’s economy. He highlights the success and beauty of Isan women marrying foreigners, emphasizes the need… Read More ›

Future Bank of Thailand Chairman Pick warns that the Thai economy faces ‘disaster’ without rate cuts

Future Bank of Thailand Chairman Pick warns that the Thai economy faces ‘disaster’ without rate cuts

December 19, 2024

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Former Finance Minister Kittiratt Na-Ranong, likely the next Bank of Thailand Chairman, warns of economic “disaster” if interest rates aren’t cut. His attack on the… Read More ›

OECD tax changes and other moves at the heart of growing rifts appearing in Thailand’s government

OECD tax changes and other moves at the heart of growing rifts appearing in Thailand’s government

December 15, 2024

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Thailand’s government faces internal rifts over OECD tax changes, with disputes over corporate tax, VAT hikes and an anti-coup law. In the meantime, the country… Read More ›

Thailand finally tackles its borrowing crisis which has come to a head in 2024 with effective measures

Thailand finally tackles its borrowing crisis which has come to a head in 2024 with effective measures

December 12, 2024

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Thailand introduces a major debt restructuring plan for nearly 2 million borrowers, aiming to ease the borrowing crisis with new concessions and a focus on… Read More ›

15% VAT rate plan withdrawn over fierce backlash. Thailand needs time and patience for tax reform

15% VAT rate plan withdrawn over fierce backlash. Thailand needs time and patience for tax reform

December 9, 2024

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A 15% VAT tax plan for Thailand was scrapped after public outcry. While the idea aimed to boost investment and tackle inequality, critics warned it… Read More ›

Chinese EV players in Thailand may opt out of subsidies as a difficult year ends. But there is optimism for electric cars

Chinese EV players in Thailand may opt out of subsidies as a difficult year ends. But there is optimism for electric cars

December 6, 2024

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Thailand’s EV market faces sharp sales declines in 2024, with Chinese firms struggling with subsidy challenges and unsold stock. Despite global backlash and consumer doubts,… Read More ›

Release of former Commerce Minister clears the way for the return in 2025 of ex-PM Yingluck Shinawatra

Release of former Commerce Minister clears the way for the return in 2025 of ex-PM Yingluck Shinawatra

December 5, 2024

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The release of ex-Commerce Minister Boonsong Teriyapirom has fueled speculation about Yingluck Shinawatra’s return to Thailand in 2025. Boonsong, jailed for his role in the… Read More ›

People’s Party MP calls for anti-coup d’état laws. Praises South Korean MPs after martial law rescinded

People’s Party MP calls for anti-coup d’état laws. Praises South Korean MPs after martial law rescinded

December 4, 2024

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Thai MP Parit Wacharasindhu calls for anti-coup laws in Thailand, inspired by South Korea’s swift reversal of martial law. He praises South Korean MPs and… Read More ›

South Korean President shocks the World by declaring Martial Law. Raises tensions further in Asia Pacific

South Korean President shocks the World by declaring Martial Law. Raises tensions further in Asia Pacific

December 3, 2024

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South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law, heightening tensions with North Korea and the US, impacting the Indo-Pacific region and alarming Thailand. The… Read More ›

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