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New PM Ung Ing chides the media on reports of an end to the Digital Wallet and a rupture in the coalition

New PM Ung Ing chides the media on reports of an end to the Digital Wallet and a rupture in the coalition

August 18, 2024

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New PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra denies media claims of the Digital Wallet’s end and a cabinet shakeup at her first press conference. Speculation grew however as… Read More ›

Big policy and cabinet changes as Ung Ing readies to take the helm. Digital Wallet to be scrapped entirely

Big policy and cabinet changes as Ung Ing readies to take the helm. Digital Wallet to be scrapped entirely

August 17, 2024

Economy, Foreigners, Living, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:

Major cabinet changes loom as Paetongtarn Shinawatra takes power. Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira and Defence Minister Sutin Klangsaeng are reportedly out. Digital Wallet scheme to… Read More ›

Russian survives 8th floor jump in Pattaya. Previously a suspect in his girlfriend’s fatal 2023 fall in Jomtien 

Russian survives 8th floor jump in Pattaya. Previously a suspect in his girlfriend’s fatal 2023 fall in Jomtien 

August 17, 2024

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Russian man survives 8th-floor jump in Pattaya after a suicide attempt. Previously a suspect in his girlfriend’s fatal fall from a 7th-floor Jomtien condo in… Read More ›

Three women including a police officer died in a gas chamber created by an unlicensed cleaning acid

Three women including a police officer died in a gas chamber created by an unlicensed cleaning acid

August 16, 2024

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A police officer and her two daughters tragically died after being poisoned by fumes from an unlicensed cleaning agent. Despite lacking FDA approval, the dangerous… Read More ›

Thailand is vigilant although well placed to deal with Monkeypox as Sweden confirms its first new variant case

Thailand is vigilant although well placed to deal with Monkeypox as Sweden confirms its first new variant case

August 16, 2024

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Thailand remains vigilant as Sweden reports its first case of the dangerous Clade 1b monkeypox variant. The World Health Organization’s global emergency declaration heightens fears… Read More ›

Ung Ing or Paetongtarn Shinawatra is elected as Thailand’s 31st Prime Minister in a decisive vote in the House

Ung Ing or Paetongtarn Shinawatra is elected as Thailand’s 31st Prime Minister in a decisive vote in the House

August 16, 2024

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Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of ex-premier Thaksin, becomes Thailand’s 31st Prime Minister after securing 319 votes in a swift parliamentary session. Less than 48 hours after… Read More ›

Patricide in Yala as a former boxing champ sees red with his father. Suspect then fled to the hills

Patricide in Yala as a former boxing champ sees red with his father. Suspect then fled to the hills

August 16, 2024

Crime, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:

Former boxing champ accused of killing his father in Yala. Villagers are shocked as police launch a manhunt, and the suspect flees to nearby hills.… Read More ›

Ung Ing gets the nod and will be the sole candidate supported by coalition partners for Prime Minister

Ung Ing gets the nod and will be the sole candidate supported by coalition partners for Prime Minister

August 15, 2024

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Pheu Thai united behind Paetongtarn Shinawatra, or Ung Ing, as the sole PM candidate after the parliamentary party rallied behind her. If elected, she will… Read More ›

PM vote in disarray as Pheu Thai MPs vote to support Paetongtarn or Ung Ing for the top job instead

PM vote in disarray as Pheu Thai MPs vote to support Paetongtarn or Ung Ing for the top job instead

August 15, 2024

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Pheu Thai MPs throw support behind Paetongtarn for Prime Minister as Chaikasem’s nomination falters amid health concerns. The party now faces uncertainty heading into Friday’s… Read More ›

Chaikasem Nitisiri tipped to be elected Prime Minister on Friday afternoon as coalition parties act quickly

Chaikasem Nitisiri tipped to be elected Prime Minister on Friday afternoon as coalition parties act quickly

August 15, 2024

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Chaikasem Nitisiri emerges as the top choice as Thailand’s new PM as ministers act swiftly after Srettha’s removal. A high-level meeting at Thaksin’s residence concluded… Read More ›

‘I am a man of integrity.’ Dismissed PM defends his honour as he is forced out of Government House

‘I am a man of integrity.’ Dismissed PM defends his honour as he is forced out of Government House

August 14, 2024

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Dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin leaves office after the court’s stinging verdict over the unethical appointment of a disbarred lawyer. He defended his integrity but… Read More ›

Kingdom plunged into political turmoil as PM Srettha is removed from office in a majority court decision

Kingdom plunged into political turmoil as PM Srettha is removed from office in a majority court decision

August 14, 2024

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Thailand plunged into political chaos after the Constitutional Court removed PM Srettha Thavisin, dissolving the coalition government. Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai and Pheu Thai leader… Read More ›

China has become a bad news story for business investors who are shifting to ASEAN bloc countries

China has become a bad news story for business investors who are shifting to ASEAN bloc countries

August 14, 2024

Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:

China’s economic woes drive investors to ASEAN bloc countries, with Thailand struggling at under 3% growth until 2034. As Foreign Direct Investment shifts away from… Read More ›

Chance discovery by the Highway patrol reveals the threat posed by unlicensed Chinese factories in Thailand

Chance discovery by the Highway patrol reveals the threat posed by unlicensed Chinese factories in Thailand

August 13, 2024

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Highway Patrol uncovers unlicensed Chinese-owned factories smuggling hazardous materials, fueling fears of Thailand becoming a dumping ground for toxic waste since China’s 2017 ban on… Read More ›

Ex-Senator gives PM Srettha 50:50 odds on surviving this Wednesday. Not impressed with his defence

Ex-Senator gives PM Srettha 50:50 odds on surviving this Wednesday. Not impressed with his defence

August 12, 2024

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Ex-senator gives PM Srettha a 50:50 chance of surviving Wednesday’s court ruling, doubts legal defence. Coalition leaders insist there’s nothing to worry about. Nonetheless, a… Read More ›

Trump pulls out all the stops as buoyant Kamala opens up a lead in three key battleground states

Trump pulls out all the stops as buoyant Kamala opens up a lead in three key battleground states

August 12, 2024

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Kamala Harris takes the lead in three battleground states, leaving Trump scrambling to regain momentum ahead of the November election. The ex-president’s risky media strategy… Read More ›

Irish tourist questioned after fighting rampage in Pattaya knocked a police volunteer unconscious

Irish tourist questioned after fighting rampage in Pattaya knocked a police volunteer unconscious

August 12, 2024

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Irish tourist in violent Pattaya brawl injures Bolt driver, knocks volunteer police officer unconscious, and lands in hospital. Locals restrain the man before he is… Read More ›

Wealthy young People’s Party leader aims to create a technology-driven and efficient welfare state

Wealthy young People’s Party leader aims to create a technology-driven and efficient welfare state

August 11, 2024

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Wealthy People’s Party leader aims for a 2027 majority and promises tech-driven welfare state and government reform. However, legal challenges are already emerging to thwart… Read More ›

Most business executives see GDP growth of less than 2% in 2024 as ministers meet without the PM

Most business executives see GDP growth of less than 2% in 2024 as ministers meet without the PM

August 11, 2024

Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:

Business leaders warn of economic turmoil as Thai ministers meet without the PM amid concerns over political instability and a Chinese import surge. Fears of… Read More ›

British tourist attacked and beaten on Bangla Rd., Patong trying to snatch a Thai man’s bag on Friday

British tourist attacked and beaten on Bangla Rd., Patong trying to snatch a Thai man’s bag on Friday

August 10, 2024

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British tourist hospitalised after failed bag snatch in Patong; Thai man retaliates with punches and kicks during Friday morning’s altercation. Patong Police in Phuket are… Read More ›

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