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Government to reopen Hua Hin to international flights as it pushes Thai Airways on more flights
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Thailand accelerates Hua Hin Airport upgrade into a regional tourism hub with runway expansion, safety upgrades, and CAAT certification push as officials prepare for direct… Read More ›
Abhisit Vejjajiva calls for scrutiny of flagship AI project being pursued by Digital Economy ministry
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Thailand’s TH-AI Passport, a plan to give 5 million people AI access, has sparked a political row. The government touts a low-cost digital upgrade, while… Read More ›
Short term and long term warnings lights for the ailing Thai economy as it ploughs through headwinds
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Thailand’s slowdown deepens as exports, tourism and domestic demand weaken while imports surge, widening trade and current account deficits. Rising fiscal pressure and digital outflows… Read More ›
Democrat Party ready to sue over ‘blue regime’ distortion of remarks made by leader Abhisit Vejjajiva
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Democrat Party moves to sue over ‘blue regime’ claims, alleging distorted Abhisit interview excerpts spread online, triggering defamation accusations, monarchy-linked misinformation claims and escalating legal… Read More ›
Cultural and economic ties in focus during last week’s state visit as Vietnam rapidly gains on Thailand
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Vietnam’s First Lady dazzled Bangkok in traditional Thai dress as President To Lam secured key agreements and a royal audience. But behind the diplomacy, a… Read More ›
Thai US military alliance discussed in meeting of Defence Minister with US Defence Secretary Hegseth
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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of China’s growing military power, urged Asian allies to boost defence spending, strengthened security ties with Thailand, backed support… Read More ›
LINE message stirs another political and electoral controversy. The ‘Blue Regime’ is again spotlighted as a factor
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Lawyer pushes Constitutional Court bid to annul the February 8 vote over leaked Line chats alleging Blue Party influence, illegal ballot claims and political interference.… Read More ›
Political firestorm as parliament votes to withhold MP wanted by DSI police over organised crime probe
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Parliament voted 308-126 to block a DSI move against Songkhla MP Chonnapat Naksua in a gambling probe linked to billions of baht. Rangsiman Rome blasted… Read More ›
Vietnam’s President visits King and Queen at Dusit Palace in Bangkok. Five decades of ties celebrated
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Thai King and Queen received Vietnamese leader To Lam at Dusit Palace, Bangkok, at 5:12 PM. The royal audience was the centrepiece of the official… Read More ›
Top Finance Ministry official says Thailand needs technology, investment and a leap in productivity
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Thai finance official warns of simultaneous “economic waves” as output falls 0.36% in April, war-driven costs rise, and Thailand’s competitiveness weakens, while rising high-tech foreign… Read More ›
People’s Party leader doubles down on ‘blue regime’ remarks but stresses it refers to political groups
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Nattapong Ruangpanyawut refuses to apologise over “blue regime” claims as Senate threats and legal warnings escalate. Prime Minister Anutin dismissed the allegations as just political… Read More ›
Minister cites 13 million arrivals as tourism efforts bank on Middle East boost despite flight losses
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Thailand’s vital tourism industry is under threat as Chinese arrivals weaken, Gulf airlines slash flights and Middle East tensions hit bookings. Despite 13.4 million visitors… Read More ›
Hard working and under pressure Prime Minister Anutin returns from France to a packed schedule and issues at home
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Anutin lands in Bangkok at 5:51 am after French trip, as posts show him working 4 hours on the VIP flight while others slept. His… Read More ›
Prime Minister briefs French President Macron on the Cambodian border issue during Élysée Palace visit in Paris
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Anutin Charnvirakul heads home after tense Paris talks with Emmanuel Macron, defending Thailand’s stance on the Cambodia border with photo evidence as a UNESCO inspection… Read More ›
Thailand progresses 175 billion baht borrowing despite decree review by Constitutional Court
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Thailand presses ahead with ฿175 billion stimulus borrowing as economy slows under global pressure. Meanwhile, 133 MPs challenge a ฿400 billion Emergency Decree at the… Read More ›
Tussle between People’s Party leader and Senate band as Nattapong Ruangpanyawut refuses to apologise
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Opposition leader Nattapong Ruangpanyawut refuses apology over “blue regime” claim as senators demand retraction. They have even threatened legal action within three days. 89 senators… Read More ›
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Vietnam’s President visits King and Queen at Dusit Palace in Bangkok. Five decades of ties celebrated
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Corruption activist Atchariya faces a new defamation trial over cyber police bribery claims on National TV
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Thailand’s Criminal Court accepted a defamation
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People’s Party leader doubles down on ‘blue regime’ remarks but stresses it refers to political groups
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Nattapong Ruangpanyawut refuses to apologise over
Parliament to decide on DSI request to quiz Songhla MP Chonnapat who police link to organised crime
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Thai parliament faces explosive vote on MP Chonnapat
Health Minister is on hand at Suvarnabhumi Airport as Ebola quarantine, screening measures go live
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Thailand has activated emergency Ebola controls at
Minister cites 13 million arrivals as tourism efforts bank on Middle East boost despite flight losses
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Thailand’s vital tourism industry is under threat as
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