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Rising optimism Thailand can do a deal with the United States to avoid April 2nd worldwide retaliatory tariffs regime

Rising optimism Thailand can do a deal with the United States to avoid April 2nd worldwide retaliatory tariffs regime

March 22, 2025

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Thailand’s exports exceeded expectations in February, boosting optimism as officials prepare to negotiate with the US to avoid retaliatory tariffs set for April 2nd. The… Read More ›

Phuket transgender arrests in police sweep draw rebuke. Warning from Bangkok Pride activist group

Phuket transgender arrests in police sweep draw rebuke. Warning from Bangkok Pride activist group

March 22, 2025

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Phuket police arrest 37 transgender women after an altercation with a foreign tourist, drawing criticism from Bangkok Pride. The LGBTQ+ group condemns the arrests, warns… Read More ›

Banking crisis addressed by the Finance Ministry as Puey research shows only 25% of Thais are bankable

Banking crisis addressed by the Finance Ministry as Puey research shows only 25% of Thais are bankable

March 21, 2025

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Thailand faces a deepening banking crisis as bad debts rise, with only 25% of Thais qualifying for credit. The government plans to buy ฿400 billion… Read More ›

Bank of Thailand responds to Thaksin’s idea to buy bank debt and give borrowers a second chance

Bank of Thailand responds to Thaksin’s idea to buy bank debt and give borrowers a second chance

March 20, 2025

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Thaksin’s proposal to clear bank debt and reset credit histories sparks concern from the Bank of Thailand, warning of moral hazard. As debt rises and… Read More ›

New alcohol law which ushers in a new liberal era allowing for advertising and lifting irksome drinking bans 

New alcohol law which ushers in a new liberal era allowing for advertising and lifting irksome drinking bans 

March 20, 2025

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Thailand’s parliament has passed a landmark alcohol bill, lifting advertising restrictions and scrapping the 2-5 pm sales ban. Supporters hail it as a win for… Read More ›

Bangkok Expressway reopens on Thursday after 6 deaths last Saturday. Furious PM demands action

Bangkok Expressway reopens on Thursday after 6 deaths last Saturday. Furious PM demands action

March 19, 2025

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Bangkok expressway set to reopen Thursday after collapse killed six and injured 24. Furious PM orders urgent probe, contractor fined ฿16M daily. Disaster follows a… Read More ›

Voice of America shut down by Trump including its regional headquarters in Bangkok. Free rein for China

Voice of America shut down by Trump including its regional headquarters in Bangkok. Free rein for China

March 18, 2025

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Trump shuts down Voice of America, including its Bangkok HQ, leaving China free to dominate the media narrative in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Critics warn… Read More ›

60-day visa regime to be ended confirms Minister responding to rising industry security concerns

60-day visa regime to be ended confirms Minister responding to rising industry security concerns

March 17, 2025

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Thailand to end 60-day visa-on-arrival amid rising security concerns and illegal business fears. The move follows industry pressure as Chinese tourism declines and the sector… Read More ›

Vice Minister slams US for migrant repatriation in shackles in furious response over Uyghur sanctions

Vice Minister slams US for migrant repatriation in shackles in furious response over Uyghur sanctions

March 16, 2025

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Thailand’s Vice Minister defends Uyghur deportation to China, slamming US criticism as hypocritical given ongoing harsh migrant repatriations. He claims Thailand acted humanely amid rising… Read More ›

Declining property market but Bangkok sees record prices. However, owners in Thailand are holding tight

Declining property market but Bangkok sees record prices. However, owners in Thailand are holding tight

March 16, 2025

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Thailand’s property market faces a sharp decline with transactions down 25% in 2024. Yet, Bangkok sees record land prices of up to ฿4 million per… Read More ›

Main Bangkok motorway crashed to the ground early on Saturday morning with five workers killed in site disaster

Main Bangkok motorway crashed to the ground early on Saturday morning with five workers killed in site disaster

March 16, 2025

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Phra Ram 2 bridge collapse kills five workers and injures twenty-two, prompting investigation and public outrage in Bangkok. Authorities vow to review construction safety following… Read More ›

War of word erupts between Thailand and the United States after officials are sanctioned over Uyghurs 

War of word erupts between Thailand and the United States after officials are sanctioned over Uyghurs 

March 15, 2025

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Thailand faces international backlash after the US sanctions officials over the forced deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China, while the EU censures the kingdom and… Read More ›

US fast food chain McDonalds expands in Thailand buoyed by foreign tourism in the first months of 2025

US fast food chain McDonalds expands in Thailand buoyed by foreign tourism in the first months of 2025

March 15, 2025

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McDonald’s is set for major growth in Thailand in 2025, investing ฿700 million to open 20 new outlets and refurbish 25 existing ones. Driven by… Read More ›

Business leaders meet at Government House with the PM as Trump prepares worldwide retaliatory tariffs

Business leaders meet at Government House with the PM as Trump prepares worldwide retaliatory tariffs

March 13, 2025

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Thailand faces a severe US tariff threat as Trump targets global trade. PM meets business leaders to plan defence, promote local buying and curb cheap… Read More ›

฿50 million on deposit before you can enter proposed new Thai casinos according to draft new complex law 

฿50 million on deposit before you can enter proposed new Thai casinos according to draft new complex law 

March 11, 2025

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Thailand’s cabinet debates legalising online gambling and luxury casinos to boost tourism. However, a proposed ฿50 million deposit requirement for casino entry sparks criticism, with… Read More ›

Trump hits Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs as he confirms reciprocal tariff regime from April 2nd

Trump hits Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs as he confirms reciprocal tariff regime from April 2nd

March 4, 2025

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Trump hits Canada and Mexico with 25% tariffs as he confirms reciprocal tariff regime from April 2nd. Thailand braces for economic impact, while US manufacturing… Read More ›

Historic London talks as leaders realise they still need the United States and Trump to find peace in Ukraine

Historic London talks as leaders realise they still need the United States and Trump to find peace in Ukraine

March 3, 2025

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Leaders in Europe push for peace in Ukraine amid growing tensions, but US support remains critical for the success of negotiations. Thailand closely monitors the… Read More ›

US issues terror alert for its nationals in Bangkok following the repatriation of 48 Uyghurs to China

US issues terror alert for its nationals in Bangkok following the repatriation of 48 Uyghurs to China

February 28, 2025

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US warns Americans in Thailand of possible terror threat after Bangkok deports Uyghurs to China, sparking outrage in Washington. Thai PM faces backlash as human… Read More ›

Bank of Thailand cuts loan rates 25 basis points as the kingdoms battens down the hatches for a tough year

Bank of Thailand cuts loan rates 25 basis points as the kingdoms battens down the hatches for a tough year

February 26, 2025

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Bank of Thailand slashes rates as the economy braces for impact. Weak GDP, US tariffs and stagnant loan books spark fears, but officials insist the… Read More ›

PM intervenes in rising standoff between Pai locals and Israeli foreigners in the idyllic tourist town

PM intervenes in rising standoff between Pai locals and Israeli foreigners in the idyllic tourist town

February 18, 2025

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Tensions rise in Pai as PM Paetongtarn steps in to counter claims about Israeli tourists amid local unrest. Police crackdown on foreigners as reports of… Read More ›

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