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AirAsia chief slams tax hike for international flyers

The founder of AirAsia has strongly criticised Airports of Thailand's (AoT) passenger service charge (PSC) hike, slamming the inappropriate timing during the Middle East war and suggesting varying rates for different airports.

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The final stretch in ending Aids

Thailand is close to ending Aids as a public health threat.

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Rising Crude Oil Prices Support Ethanol and Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.14 (+0.95%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +3.00 (+0.68%). Sugar prices are moving higher today as strength in crude oil prices spurred short covering in sugar futures. Crude oil (CLN26 ) jumped by more...

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Singha Beer Heir Removed From Family's Firm As Brother's Sexual Abuse Claims Trigger Crisis Inside Dynasty

A Singha beer heir was removed from the family firm after sexual abuse allegations sparked outrage and scrutiny inside the business family dynasty.

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New movies out this week: May 21-27

Six new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.

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Who is Siranudh Psi Scott? Member of Family Behind Singha Beer Empire Accuses Older Brother of Sexual Abuse

Siranudh Scott, heir to Thailand's Singha beer empire, accuses his older brother of sexual abuse, triggering widespread debate across the country

International Business Times UK

Thai consumer watchdog to sue Volvo over battery fires

Thailand’s ⁠consumer ⁠watchdog will file a civil suit against the local unit of Volvo Cars over battery-related fires in its EX30 model, ‌an official said after a meeting between customers and the carmaker failed to reach an agreement.

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Tourists in Thailand plan for cuts to visa-free stays

The backpackers on Khao San Road, the Bangkok thoroughfare beloved by budget travellers, are waking up this week with an extra headache: the government is preparing to shorten the length of visa-free stays.

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Anutin urged to seek French president’s help with Cambodia

People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has suggested that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul consider inviting French President Emmanuel Macron to visit Thailand, saying such a visit could help facilitate dialogue on Thai-Cambodian issues.

Bangkok Post

From medical tourism to casinos, oil shock hits Southeast Asia

Companies across aviation, retail, and manufacturing are implementing price hikes and cost-cutting measures. Disruptions to supply chains and rising raw material expenses are impacting profitability, prompting strategic reviews and increased financial provisions.

The Economic Times

LG ELECTRONICS BRINGS KOREA'S HOUSEWARMING CULTURE TO SOUTHEAST ASIA

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) today announced the launch of "Housewarming by LG", a regional experiential marketing campaign designed to bring Korea's signature housewarming culture to Southeast Asian consumers. The campaign kicked off on May 19 at Another Saigon, a brand experience venue in Ho Chi…

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Tourist entry fee increase moves closer

Thailand is still considering its long-planned increase of the foreign tourist entry fee from 300 baht, Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul said on Wednesday.

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Chinese jewellery brand targets Southeast Asia

Unfazed by prolonged geopolitical conflict in the Middle East, leading Chinese jewellery brand Chow Tai Fook (CTF) has expanded internationally, eyeing more outlets in Southeast Asia in addition to its recently opened concept store in Bangkok.

Bangkok Post

B20 expansion targets energy security boost

Thailand is accelerating efforts to reduce reliance on imported oil by expanding sales of biodiesel B20, aiming to make the fuel available at 1,000 filling stations within a month.

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FAT confirms departure of U17 coach Goeckel

The Football Association of Thailand (FAT) has formally announced the departure of Marco Goeckel, the former head coach of the Thailand U17 side, along with his staff.

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RISE brings Harvard-backed AI learning to Thailand

RISE, a regional corporate innovation consultancy, has joined hands with Harvard Business Impact to elevate Thai corporate leaders' global leadership capabilities and accelerate innovation-driven transformation, enabling businesses to adopt a more offensive strategy.

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Business matching promoted at auto industry summit

The Thailand Automotive Institute (TAI) is gearing up to strengthen the country's car and parts industry by facilitating business matching opportunities at the upcoming 2026 Automotive Summit.

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Thailand reaches top 50 in startup rankings

Thailand has entered the top 50 in global startup rankings for the first time in six years, while cementing its position as Southeast Asia’s leading medical technology hub, according to the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index released by StartupBlink.

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Support for creative industry workers planned

Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat has declared his support for a campaign to improve rights protection and welfare standards for workers in Thailand’s creative industries.

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Thailand to export surplus jet fuel

The National Security Council (NSC) has approved the export of jet fuel to Vietnam and the Philippines after determining that Thailand currently has excess reserves.

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This five-star hotel on Koh Samui has perfected laidback luxury

HOTELS: At W Koh Samui, Harry Fletcher discovers a beautiful private beach, jaw-dropping sunsets and world-class hospitality

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Visitors to Thailand could face higher ‘tourist tax’

A day after major visa changes announced, minister says planned B300 entry fee could be raised

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Nigerian romance scammers ‘lured Thai women to distribute heroin’

Police have arrested a Nigerian man and two Thai women with 65.5 kilogrammes of heroin, saying they were linked to a Nigerian romance scam network that lured Thai women to distribute drugs in Thailand.

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China tops Thai travel list

For years, the tourism relationship between Thailand and China has run one way. Chinese visitors come here, in large numbers, and Thailand builds infrastructure, campaigns and entire hospitality ecosystems around receiving them.

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Thai industrial sentiment drops for second straight month in April

Thailand's industrial sentiment index dropped for ‌a second straight month in April, hurt by high oil prices, ⁠a manufacturing slowdown and the ‌war in the Middle East, the Federation ⁠of Thai Industries said on Wednesday.

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