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Phuket’s plan to self vaccinate on hold as Interior Ministry orders private sector out of vaccine deals

Phuket’s plan to self vaccinate on hold as Interior Ministry orders private sector out of vaccine deals

February 11, 2021

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On Tuesday, the Minister of Public Health Anutin Charnvirakul made it clear that no vaccine firm will deal with either local authorities or business interests… Read More ›

Coup boss writes to Prayut for support as UK man with Chinese partner flees troubled Myanmar 

Coup boss writes to Prayut for support as UK man with Chinese partner flees troubled Myanmar 

February 10, 2021

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UK teacher Ian Richmond emerged from Myanmar on Tuesday after a 5-day incommunicado journey from Tachileik in Shan State culminating in a 20-minute crossing by… Read More ›

Pro-democracy protests resume in Bangkok with 4 protest leaders jailed after being refused bail in court

Pro-democracy protests resume in Bangkok with 4 protest leaders jailed after being refused bail in court

February 10, 2021

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The four face charges of Lèse-majesté and sedition under Article 112 and 116 of the criminal code. The Deputy Chief of the Metropolitan Police Bureau,… Read More ›

Thai Airways seeking business rehabilitation plan that has the unanimous support of it’s creditors

Thai Airways seeking business rehabilitation plan that has the unanimous support of it’s creditors

February 9, 2021

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Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has oversight of a government committee monitoring the progress of the board of Thai Airways International as it seeks… Read More ›

Small bomb devices explode outside the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok as anti-coup protests grow in Yangon

Small bomb devices explode outside the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok as anti-coup protests grow in Yangon

February 9, 2021

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Bomb blast in Bangkok comes as the military in Myanmar work to embed their position amid growing resistance on the streets but also desperate calls… Read More ›

Australian arrested in Myanmar as coup takes on significance for US Chinese rivalry in the region

Australian arrested in Myanmar as coup takes on significance for US Chinese rivalry in the region

February 6, 2021

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The Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, visited Myanmar in mid-January and praised the military there for its work in the ‘national revitalisation’ of the country.… Read More ›

Baht losing against the dollar as vaccination success hopes in the United States grow stronger

Baht losing against the dollar as vaccination success hopes in the United States grow stronger

February 5, 2021

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There may soon be even more pressure on the Thai government to push for a speedier vaccine drive. So far, the government of Prayut Chan… Read More ›

Public Health minister suggests the kingdom’s vaccination plans are not tied to vaccine production here

Public Health minister suggests the kingdom’s vaccination plans are not tied to vaccine production here

February 5, 2021

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Change of tack: the comments by the Deputy Prime Minister had a different emphasis from those of Dr Sophon Mekthon, the Chairman of the vaccination… Read More ›

US and UK show a way to end vaccine nightmare says top doctor urging vaccination for ‘herd immunity’

US and UK show a way to end vaccine nightmare says top doctor urging vaccination for ‘herd immunity’

February 3, 2021

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Thailand now appears ready to go all-in on a vaccine programme while the AstraZeneca vaccine still remains the only approved jab. This week, the Chairman… Read More ›

Court throws out witness evidence against three UDD members charged with soldier’s deaths in 2010

Court throws out witness evidence against three UDD members charged with soldier’s deaths in 2010

February 2, 2021

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Verdict recalls the horror of April and May 2010 in Bangkok. The charges related to the killing of 5 on-duty soldiers with the 2nd Infantry… Read More ›

Minister positive about the kingdom’s finances and economy as it weathers the Covid-19 storm

Minister positive about the kingdom’s finances and economy as it weathers the Covid-19 storm

February 1, 2021

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Underlying figures for the economy in December 2020 were quite positive and showed recovering economic momentum despite the setback of the 2nd wave which hit… Read More ›

Military coup in Myanmar. Aung San Suu Kyi held with scores of leading political figures arrested by troops 

Military coup in Myanmar. Aung San Suu Kyi held with scores of leading political figures arrested by troops 

February 1, 2021

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The United States, through White House spokesperson Jen Psaki, has issued a stern warning to the coup makers saying it will ‘take action’ unless civilian… Read More ›

Thanathorn ordered by a court to erase vaccine comments online as a danger to national security

Thanathorn ordered by a court to erase vaccine comments online as a danger to national security

February 1, 2021

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The latest move against Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit highlights the critical and sensitive nature of the country’s vaccination programme, at this time, as well as ongoing concern… Read More ›

Covid-19 vaccination plan to proceed in February although timescales are have not been made clear yet

Covid-19 vaccination plan to proceed in February although timescales are have not been made clear yet

January 31, 2021

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Polls on Sunday show the public is sceptical. 83% are worried about the potential side effects. Uncertainty also abounds about the timeline to complete the… Read More ›

Call from Washington hints at a bigger role in US foreign policy plans in the Asia Pacific region

Call from Washington hints at a bigger role in US foreign policy plans in the Asia Pacific region

January 31, 2021

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Deputy Prime Minister Don Pramudwinai is confident of an improved US Thai relationship after a phone conversation last Thursday with newly confirmed Secretary of State… Read More ›

฿4,000 payouts for social security workers in the private sector being worked on by the government

฿4,000 payouts for social security workers in the private sector being worked on by the government

January 29, 2021

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The scheme is backed by the Prime Minister Prayut Chan ocha who has expressed concern for 11 million workers, many working in hotels in the… Read More ›

Two arrested for throwing an explosive device at police officers in Bangkok after political rally

Two arrested for throwing an explosive device at police officers in Bangkok after political rally

January 29, 2021

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The ‘Free Guard’ group, in a social media statement, deny their members were responsible for the incident which injured four people including two police officers… Read More ›

Thailand’s vaccination programme will not be complete until the end of 2022 says Health Minister Anutin

Thailand’s vaccination programme will not be complete until the end of 2022 says Health Minister Anutin

January 27, 2021

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A Super Poll survey in recent days shows the public firmly behind the government and in stout agreement with the legal action being taken against… Read More ›

Cabinet eases the burden on struggling firms as tourism sector warns another million jobs will go

Cabinet eases the burden on struggling firms as tourism sector warns another million jobs will go

January 27, 2021

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Cabinet decision this week on reduced social security fund contributions for firms in Thailand for February and March. It falls far short of the wish… Read More ›

US Ambassador resigns as Biden Presidency starts with growing tensions with China over Taiwan

US Ambassador resigns as Biden Presidency starts with growing tensions with China over Taiwan

January 24, 2021

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Taiwan may emerge as a significant issue over the coming months and years as aggressive military moves this week over the island have confirmed fears… Read More ›

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