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The electric vehicle (EV) industry will become a key economic engine for Thailand if the government is able to attract foreign investors looking for new investment destinations, according to WHA Corporation Plc.

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Sell-off continues as inflation fight stepped up

RECAP: Asian markets fell again yesterday and the dollar extended gains amid a global sell-off fuelled by growing recession fears as central banks around the world ramped up interest rates to fight decades-high inflation.

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NESDC calls for quicker development

Thailand's development needs to accelerate to ensure the country keeps up with the pace of change, according to the head of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).

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A cagey play on delivery market dominance

Amid tough competition in the parcel delivery segment and economic headwinds, leading courier Kerry Express (Thailand) is paying attention to effective cost management, technology and cross-border delivery services to thrive in the Thai market.

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Former Myanmar beauty queen 'not sent back'

Former Myanmar beauty queen, Thaw Nandar Aung, aka Han Lay, was on Friday relieved to learn that she will not be sent back to Myanmar.

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Thailand downgrades COVID-19 threat, lifts emergency decree

Thailand’s government will lift an emergency decree it imposed in March 2020 to battle the coronavirus as it relaxes most pandemic restrictions

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Cannabis use by employees in Thailand – what is allowed and what isn’t allowed?

There was a lot of hype earlier this year about the delisting of cannabis and hemp plants from the Narcotics Code in Thailand. However, there appears to be some confusion about cannabis use within the country and in particular, what is permitted and not permitted without a license. In order…

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Model who criticized Myanmar's military fears repatriation

A model from Myanmar denounced her country’s military rulers last year from the stage of a beauty pageant in Thailand

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Thailand aims for 31% jump in per capita income by 2026

Thailand aims to lift the average per capita income by 31% in five years by tailoring economic and social policies to generate more wealth, even as it battles near-record household debt and a high cost of living.

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Renowned artist Chalermchai lays down his brushes

Chalermchai Kositpipat, one of Thailand's most popular contemporary artists, has put down his tools and brushes for good in a low-profile decision known only to close friends until now.

Bangkok Post

BG becomes new Sponsor of Palencia CF 2022/23

Bangkok Glass Public Company Limited, or BG, has been recognised as one of Thailand’s largest providers of glass packaging as well as one of the largest businesses in Asia. BG also owns BGPU, or BG Pathum United Football Club, which has been one of the top football clubs in Thai…

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Myanmar beauty queen stuck in airport limbo

A beauty queen who spoke out against Myanmar’s military rulers remained stranded at Suvarnabhumi airport for a third day on Friday, hoping to be granted entry, as activists and her employer urged authorities not to send her back to her homeland.

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Myanmar beauty queen in Thai airport limbo, fears arrest at home

A beauty queen who spoke out against Myanmar's military rulers was stranded at Thailand's international airport for a third day on Friday, hoping to be granted entry, as activists and her employer urged authorities not to send her back to her homeland.

Reuters

Myanmar model who criticised junta stuck in limbo after being denied entry to Thailand

Han Lay appealed for help on social media after being stopped at Bangkok airport, saying Myanmar police there want to speak to her

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Vietnam: No agreement with Thailand on rice prices

HANOI: Vietnam said on Thursday it had no deal with Thailand to jointly raise rice prices.

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Virus curbs to ease again

Visitors will no longer be required to show their vaccination certificates or Covid-19 test results when they enter the country, and infected individuals with mild symptoms won't need to self-isolate when Thailand further relaxes its disease control measures next month.

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TOP allocates $5bn to invest in fast-growing businesses

Thai Oil Plc (TOP), Thailand largest oil refinery by capacity, is planning to allocate US$5 billion in capital spending to support its long-term investments in new rapidly growing businesses.

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Bangkok reimagined

You may already have heard of Bangkok being compared to Blade Runner made real, given our neon signs, skyscrapers, dingy alleys, huge billboards, elevated motorways and busy roads. Flaws and all, Bangkok has inspired many artists to reimagine it in their own way, shining a different light on our beloved…

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Vongsayam to be awarded water pipeline concession

The Treasury Department plans to award a contract to Vongsayam Korsang Co, the winning bidder of its concession to manage and operate the main water transmission pipeline system in eastern Thailand.

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GrabMart to woo more small merchants

Grab, an on-demand superapp available in Southeast Asia, is sharpening its focus on "Quick Commerce" by ramping up efforts to attract small-sized merchants to its GrabMart platform to drive growth in this high-potential segment.

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Department in fresh push to boost exports

The Foreign Trade Department has vowed to apply digital innovations and modern world trade to boost Thailand's export competitiveness over the next 12 months, while enhancing and upgrading foreign trade-related services to facilitate exports.

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Thai Tributes to Queen Elizabeth II

In the wake of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Thailand has joined in paying tributes to and mourning the world's and Britain's longest-reigning monarch. Here are a few heartfelt highlights.

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TAT introduces campaign to entice Japanese visitors

As currency depreciation in Japan looms large, Thai tourism operators want to capitalise on pent-up demand in the final quarter by partnering with tour agencies to fill up 45% of the available airplane seats.

Bangkok Post

Time for tourism rejig

Hoping to give tourism a boost in the post-pandemic era on Oct 1, the government has revised its visa rules, extending the validity of certain visas to entice foreign tourists to travel to the kingdom. But the move, while noteworthy, still falls short of the mark.

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The world is making the Mekong its dump

Mounting marine pollution is choking the world’s oceans and rivers, especially in Southeast Asia — and it’ll only get worse unless something changes.

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