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Corrupt officials blamed for businesses illegally run by foreigners

Corrupt government officials were viewed as the main factor allowing foreigners to illegally operate businesses in Thailand, a Nida poll showed on Sunday.

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China roadshow to boost FDI inflow

A government investment roadshow in China could help attract businesses from Chongqing and Sichuan, two major manufacturing hubs for high-tech industries, says CP Group Senior Vice-Chairman Suphachai Chearavanont.

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Skilled workers key to green economy

Thailand's race to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 will depend not only on investment in clean technologies, but also on whether it can quickly build a workforce with the skills to support the green transition.

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A new chapter: The transformation of Kim Eng into Maybank Securities Thailand

For much of this century, Kim Eng was synonymous with Thailand's securities industry. As the country's No.1 brokerage firm for 16 consecutive years, it helped shape a generation of Thai investors and established one of the strongest brands in capital markets.

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Fast train to nowhere

Undeterred by several problems in building a high-speed rail system linking three airports, the government vows to push ahead and continue to draw investments to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC).

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Policy continuity essential to EEC success

Dhanakorn Kasetrsuwan, chairman of the Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC), says the council believes the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) remains one of Thailand's most strategic developments and a key competitive advantage in attracting investment.

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The voice of the unheard

A better future awaits in the land of the free. In The Thai Interpreter, Noot, a young girl played by Heen Sasithorn, takes a chance only to find herself trapped in a nightmare. Following a police raid, she struggles to make her voice heard until Ladawan, the film's lead character…

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Refugee management needs more work

Thailand has provided a safe haven to large numbers of refugees since World War II, offering refuge to people fleeing persecution or war across borders. However, until recently, it was hesitant to adopt more comprehensive refugee policies and practices.

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Pet ownership creates a new economic opportunity

Once regarded as household companions, pets are increasingly being treated as family members and that emotional bond is transforming into a major economic force.

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China roadshow pays off

Thailand has secured more than 70 billion baht in investment commitments from leading Chinese corporations following a high-level roadshow in Chengdu, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said on Sunday.

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Workers digging beneath a 1,300-year-old reclining Buddha in Thailand uncovered 33 ancient gold, silver and bronze treasures

What began as a routine drainage project at an ancient Thai temple quickly turned into one of the country's most remarkable archaeological discoveries in recent years. While installing an underground drainage system beneath a 1,300-year-old reclining Buddha statue, workers unexpectedly uncovered a ceramic container filled with 33 gold, silver and…

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Chinese leader urges Thailand and Cambodia to settle long-running border dispute

SHANGHAI - Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Thailand and Cambodia to resolve their border dispute after meeting both countries' leaders on the same day.

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Corrupt officials blamed for businesses illegally run by foreigners

Corrupt government officials were viewed as the main factor allowing foreigners to illegally operate businesses in Thailand, a Nida poll showed on Sunday.

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PM courts investors on China trip

Chinese investors remain confident in Thailand as an investment destination, citing the country's strong infrastructure and strategic location, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday.

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The case of the fancy lampposts

Over the years in Thailand we have become familiar with tales of malfeasance involving such unlikely items as parliament clocks, school pianos, kindergarten toys, illegal onions and even disappearing cows. Then, a dozen years ago along came a new one …the humble lamppost.

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Thai League 1 fixtures unveiled as season kicks off three weeks late

Thailand's top flight will open its 2026-27 campaign on Sept 4 with newly promoted Pattani hosting BG Pathum United, the Football Association of Thailand's organising committee announced on Friday, confirming a schedule delayed by three weeks to give national team players extra recovery time.

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Vietnamese gang linked to Tokyo-bound ‘ice’ in tamarind paste

Thai police are tracking three Vietnamese drug trafficking suspects believed to be using Thailand as a base after a hired courier alerted police, leading to the discovery of crystal methamphetamine hidden in jars of tamarind paste intended for Tokyo.

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No more lessons to learn

While one can feel only the deepest of sympathy for the pain and terror experienced by those present at Thailand’s most recent bar fire, as well as for the many more lives impacted by the needless tragedy, this writer must also admit to selfish feelings of frustration and annoyance.

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What's on tap for the Thai shrimp industry?

The shrimp industry has become a hot topic for the government after Malaysia suspended imports of Thai shrimp on June 1. Although this trade dispute may soon be resolved following meetings in early July, Thailand's shrimp industry continues to grapple with a longstanding and more significant challenge that has persisted…

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PM sells Kazakhstan on 'gateway to Asean'

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul highlighted Thailand's role as a gateway to the Asean market during bilateral talks with Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on the sidelines of his visit to Shanghai.

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Vendors struggle despite aid plan

The Commerce Ministry's proposed 40-baht khao kaeng scheme was intended to ease living costs. Instead, it has exposed a simple reality in markets across Thailand: many vendors are already selling meals at that price without government support.

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Thailand the global leader in cross-border purchases

Thailand leads the globe in regular international purchasing, with 34% of shoppers buying cross-border on a weekly basis.

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Anutin seeks Chinese AI ties

Thailand is seeking new economic opportunities through closer cooperation with China, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, clean energy and other future industries.

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Thaibeats aims to boost the EDM scene

Thailand's underground electronic music community is receiving support from the government in a new initiative aimed at helping shape the future of the genre.

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TrueMoney unveils new digital payment service

TrueMoney, Southeast Asia's leading fintech platform under Ascend Money, has rolled out Thailand's first inclusive "tap-to-pay" digital financial service.

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