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Thailand's battered hotel sector is showing increased signs of fatigue as the global pandemic enters its third year. Nowhere is this more apparent than in Phuket, where over 73% of new hotel developments either lie dormant or have been put in hold, according to the Phuket-based consultancy C9 Hotelworks.

Bangkok Post · May 2, 2022

Shake Shack Plans Southeast Asia Expansion With 2023 Bangkok Opening

Shake Shack Inc (NYSE:SHAK) plans to expand in Southeast Asia through a partnership with Maxim's Caterers Limited. The company plans to launch fifteen Shacks in Thailand by 2032, with the first one to open in 2023 in Bangkok. The menu in Thailand will feature signature items, including the ShackBurger, Chicken Shack, and Chicken…

Benzinga · May 2, 2022

JP Morgan downgrades Thailand on fading tourism recovery

Analysts at J.P. Morgan downgraded Thailand's equities rating on Monday, citing the slow pace of recovery in the tourism industry due to rising inflation and a surge in Covid-19 cases in China.

Bangkok Post · May 2, 2022

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Japan PM agrees defence deal with Thailand

The leaders of Japan and Thailand announced a new defence agreement on Monday as well as plans to upgrade their economic relations, as Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida wrapped up the last leg of a three-nation tour of Southeast Asia.

Reuters · May 2, 2022

British martial arts champion fighting for his life after motorbike crash in Thailand

Christian Richardson was lucky to survive when his motorbike was crushed by a pick up truck as he left a coffee shop at the start of the country's New Year festival

Daily Mirror · May 2, 2022

Romance scam sets world record

In late 2019 Essilor International discovered fraudulent fund transfers totalling 6.3 billion baht at its Thai unit, Essilor Manufacturing (Thailand).

Bangkok Post · May 2, 2022

Japan's Kishida in Thailand to talk about economics, Myanmar

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to talk with his Thai counterpart Prayuth Chan-ocha about economic matters, upheaval in Myanmar and Russia’s war in Ukraine when they meet Monday

The Independent UK · May 2, 2022

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Diesel users run into reality check

The government's decision to reduce financial pressure on its coffers by allowing the price of diesel to gradually increase starting from this month -- having been capped since October 2021 -- will result in households and businesses experiencing a harsh economic reality.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Japan ties in line for boost

The official visit by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, the first of its kind in nine years, will not only help cement long-term Thai-Japanese relations but also spawn new trade and investment opportunities for both sides, believe some observers.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

TC Max is an electric cafe racer

You might not be aware, but there were electric motorbikes on sale in Thailand a few years ago whose straight-line performance should not cloud judgement. Things have changed since then and the benchmark for what makes a great petrol bike doesn't quite line up with what makes a great electric…

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Helping young people help themselves

As a youth leader for pre-teens and young adults from dysfunctional lower-middle-class families, *Phorn often goes to great lengths to bring a sense of normalcy into the young lives under her care to help them reach their potential in life.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Premier League lauds anti-piracy efforts

The English Premier League is reporting an upswing in anti-piracy efforts in Thailand, with the organisation praising the country's law enforcement for taking the crime seriously.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Bangchak preps SAF production facility

SET-listed energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation has kicked off Thailand's first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility project as part of efforts to achieve its net-zero target by 2050.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

A sector with an agenda

The 2022 meetings of the Apec Business Advisory Council (Abac), which highlights the bio-, circular and green (BCG) economic model, are prompting Thailand to gear up for advanced technologies and environmentally friendly businesses.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

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Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Food price solutions a priority

Food prices are on the rise everywhere in the world. In Thailand, prices of limes have been at historical highs for months, now as much as 10 baht each in wet markets. Instant noodle makers want to hike their prices by up to 20% as raw material costs have surged,…

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Back in action

After decades of absence from the Thai market, Jeep is back with a new distributor and new products.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2022

Moving on up

The Mango Art Festival is returning for its second year at River City Bangkok from Tuesday until Sunday. Phathaiwat Changtrakul, artistic director and co-founder of the festival, said it aims to showcase talents of Thai people.

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

PM hails US travel safety survey amid reopening

Thailand ranked among the top 10 countries that American travellers saw as safe destinations in a survey taken last year.

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RideApart · Apr 30, 2022

KTM Also Wants To Find Talent In Asia From Its Riders Academy

Certified instructors are ready to teach riders in the Philippines, Thailand, South Korea, and Malaysia with the goal of finding and developing talent.

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

Low dolphin population 'concerning'

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa has expressed concerns over the low population of Irrawaddy dolphins in Thailand and urged all parties to step up efforts to help protect the critically endangered species.

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

Tuning in to the opening day of May

Well, here we are in the first 24 hours of the magical month of May. According to the dictionary, May Day is the time for "a celebration of the coming of Spring". Unfortunately, we don't experience Spring in Thailand and are still perspiring our way through the hot season, hoping…

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

PTTEP quitting Yetagun gas field in Myanmar

PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP) of Thailand and Petronas of Malaysia say they are withdrawing from the Yetagun natural gas project in coup-hit Myanmar.

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

TAT sees 1m arrivals per month during last quarter

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is looking forward to drawing at least 1 million tourists per month during the high season in the final quarter thanks to a less cumbersome entry process.

Bangkok Post · Apr 30, 2022

Southeast Asia travel is catching up at last as Covid curbs ease

Southeast Asia is finally, tentatively throwing off the shackles of Covid-19 and reopening for travel, with airlines filling an increasing number of seats as holiday-starved masses arrange overseas vacations for the first time in two years.

Bangkok Post · Apr 29, 2022

Panel to mull perks for EV batteries

The National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee will consider promotion measures for the production of electric vehicle (EV) batteries in Thailand, says Excise Department director-general Lavaron Sangsnit.

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