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Thailand in Crisis: Population plummets by 500k in 4 Years. Economic growth stagnates as the ageing crisis looms. Social Security fund faces bankruptcy. Urgent government… Read More ›
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Thailand’s economic struggles take centre stage as the global success of elephant pants reveals a harsh truth – over 70% are manufactured in China. The… Read More ›
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Bank of Thailand cautions against interest rate cuts, highlighting short-term gains with potential long-term pitfalls. Senior Director Sakkapop Panyanukul emphasises winners and losers in the… Read More ›
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Populist rhetoric rises as officials criticise the central bank’s monetary policy. The Government is pressuring the Bank of Thailand to cut rates, but its Governor… Read More ›
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Move Forward Party faces dissolution as the Constitutional Court deems the attempt to amend Article 112 of the Criminal Code a threat to the Monarchy.… Read More ›
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Arrests linked to an extortion plot against a senior civil servant plunges Thai politics into turmoil, exposing connections to UTN candidates. The scandal promises aftershocks… Read More ›
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Pita wins the case amid uncertainty. The Move Forward Party’s fate still hangs in the balance. In a landmark ruling, the Constitutional Court cleared Pita… Read More ›
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On Tuesday, Bank of Thailand Governor Sethaput rejected the term ‘crisis’ despite slower growth. However, the clash with PM Srettha deepened as, on Wednesday, Mr… Read More ›
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Bank of Thailand: The corporate bond market is strong. However, the economy needs a long-term overhaul. Rollover risks of corporate bonds downplayed. With global factors… Read More ›
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has dealt a severe blow to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s Digital Wallet initiative, warning of potential legal violations related to… Read More ›
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Thai PM Srettha Thavisin leads at Davos, rallying ‘Team Thailand’ with top execs. IMF warns AI benefits wealthier nations more, posing challenges for Thailand. The… Read More ›
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With a colossal private sector debt, experts warn of a potential economic implosion. The finance ministry closely monitors the situation, hinting at a possible emergency… Read More ›
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Taiwan’s Election: China’s war warning sparks global concern. In a historic and tense electoral showdown, Taiwan faces a pivotal moment as China issues a stark… Read More ›
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Thai-Chinese visa deal: High hopes and high stakes! Optimism soars as Thailand eyes 8 million Chinese tourists in 2024. As the Minister of Foreign Affairs… Read More ›
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Economic turmoil online: PM’s second attack on Bank of Thailand raises bond concerns. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin launched a scathing attack on the Bank of… Read More ›
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Thailand’s Tax Revolution – The Revenue Department of Thailand embraces a new era in tax enforcement, sharing data with 138 countries within the OECD framework.… Read More ›
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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin takes a swipe at the Bank of Thailand’s 2.5% interest rate, citing potential harm to economic recovery. As Thailand begins to… Read More ›
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Thailand & China: Historic Visa-Free pact boosts tourism and ties. PM Srettha Thavisin announces a groundbreaking move confirming permanent visa-free access between China and Thailand.… Read More ›
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Amidst political twists and predictions, senators foresee Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin lasting the year in 2024. However, the simmering Thaksin Shinawatra imprisonment issue demands resolution… Read More ›
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Thailand shocked by a 4.71% plunge in November’s manufacturing, prompting concerns about a fading economic base. High household debt poses a significant threat despite the… Read More ›
Sad story of failed love between an elderly Austrian and his Thai wife aired publicly in Pattaya dispute 
Police warn travellers arriving at Bangkok’s airports of a fast-track immigration clearance scam offer 
Police chief withdraws defamation case to allow a full and open probe by investigators into his affairs 
Rabid Russian assaults police team in Phuket after going berserk at a city centre hotel on Tuesday 
Same-sex marriage law passed by lower house. Next comes a law to legalise prostitution in Thailand 
Phuket tourism boss concerned that the ‘feelings’ of locals on the island may be provoked by foreigners 
Horror greets responders after shocking high-speed motorbike crash on Phuket road leaves three dead 
Srettha dismisses speculation of a plot to defeat the budget and replace him as the Prime Minister in a heave 
Big Joke survives an alleged effort to discredit him. PM appoints temporary police chief and enquiry panel 
Big Joke’s police career on the brink as police chief threatens to suspend the high profile top cop from job 
Thaksin’s visit to Chiang Mai lays down a marker. The ex-PM is still a compelling political force in Thailand 
Shell from cannon fired from one naval frigate into another as they docked at Sattahip Naval base on Thursday 
It’s all over for Move Forward, Thailand’s largest political party, after the Election Commission’s latest move 
Threat from contaminated fruit and vegetables from China part of a wider problem facing the kingdom 
Swiss man Uli Fehr’s hellish Thai nightmare as he is detained and branded as a threat to society 
Another even more serious assault by a Swiss man on a frail Thai woman as Uli Fehr has his visa revoked 
Huge street battle in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area between Thai and Filipino transsexuals being probed 
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