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Chinese national rescued in Thailand after shady job offer, embassy warns
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
BEIJING: A Chinese national who went missing in Thailand after accepting a photoshoot job has been rescued, according to China's embassy in Bangkok, which cautioned Chinese citizens against simply accepting job offers. The embassy said in a...
Thai private sector hopes new cabinet will restore investor confidence with strong export promotion
Pattaya Mail
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July 3, 2025
Chairman Poj Aramwattananont stresses urgent need to resolve trade tensions with the U.S. and Cambodia to protect Thailand’s economic stability. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce has stated that the new Minister of...
Thai coup fears rattle gaming investment confidence
Macau Business
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July 3, 2025
By Christopher Cottrell in Bangkok The political realignment and talk of a coup in Thailand are raising grave concerns about the Entertainment Complex Bill, which would legalise ten per cent of such properties for gaming in the announced four...
Thai military urges citizens to visit historic border temples in Surin to boost local economy
Pattaya Mail
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July 3, 2025
Lieutenant General Boonsin Padklang highlights Ta Muen Temple Complex and nearby ancient sites as key attractions for tourism and economic support. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thai citizens are encouraged to visit three historic temples along the border...
Turmoil, tariffs, tourism: Thailand's political woes threatens fragile recovery
CNBC
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July 4, 2025
Protesters hold a sign with a photo of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra crossed out at Victory Monument on June 28, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. Thousands of protesters gathered at Bangkok’s Victory Monument to demand Prime Minister Paetongtarn...
Thai exporters urged to comply with Malaysia’s new food safety rules
Free Malaysia Today
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July 3, 2025
Malaysia imports a variety of food items from Thailand, including fresh vegetables. PETALING JAYA: Thailand’s foreign trade department has urged its exporters to prepare for Malaysia’s new food safety rules to minimise the risk of having their...
Thailand gets third PM this week in Cabinet reshuffle
Taipei Times
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July 3, 2025
Thailand yesterday saw its third person helming the prime minister’s office in a week, as the king swore in a new Cabinet after a court decision plunged the nation’s top office into turmoil. The prime minister’s office was upheaved on Tuesday when...
Myanmar, Thailand Ramp Up Cooperation on Border Issues
The Irrawaddy
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July 4, 2025
CHIANG MAI—Thailand and Myanmar have agreed to strengthen cooperation on cross-border issues, including heavy metal contamination in the Kok and Sai rivers and the suppression of transnational scam operations. The pledge was made during the 37th...
Thailand reverses ruling on cannabis, making it illegal to be bought without prescription
FTN News
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July 3, 2025
In 2022, Thailand became the first country in Asia to remove marijuana from its list of illegal narcotics. Cannabis was decriminalised even earlier for medical use in 2018, before being approved for recreational use in 2022. Since then, tens of...
Decision expected on Thai casino bill on Monday
Gambling Insider
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Decision expected Monday amid concerns over transparency and preparedness. By Gambling Insider Key points: - Government to decide on bill withdrawal or delay on Monday - Concerns raised over transparency, land use and regulatory preparedness -...
Thailand in turmoil after PM Shinawatra’s suspension
TRT World
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Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended after a leaked call with Cambodia’s former leader, where she criticized a Thai general. The scandal caused public anger and led a major party to leave her coalition. Protests are...
china Chinese national missing in Thailand rescued, embassy warns of shady job offers
Asiaone
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July 4, 2025
BEIJING — A Chinese national who went missing in Thailand after accepting a photoshoot job has been rescued, according to China's embassy in Bangkok, which cautioned Chinese citizens against simply accepting job offers. The embassy said in a...
World Bank slashes Thailand's 2025 growth outlook to 1.8 pct
Xinhua News Agency
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BANGKOK, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's economy is projected to grow 1.8 percent this year, down from the 2.9 percent forecast in February, amid rising global and local headwinds, the World Bank has said. The slowdown reflected weaker exports and...
Thailand gets third premier in a week
The Manila Times
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July 3, 2025
BANGKOK — Thailand saw its third person helming the prime minister’s office in a week on Thursday, as its king swore in a new Cabinet after a court decision plunged the Southeast Asian nation’s top office into turmoil. The prime minister’s office...
Analysis-China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production goals
Yahoo Finance
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By Chayut Setboonsarng and Thanadech Staporncharnchai BANGKOK (Reuters) -Hyper-competition in China's electric vehicle sector is spilling over to its biggest market in Asia, Thailand, as smaller players struggle to compete with dominant BYD,...
Join the webinar by Cross Hotels today at 3 pm to explore Thailand’s MICE opportunities
Tourism Breaking News
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July 4, 2025
Friday, July 4, 2025 - IST July 4, 2025 Cross Hotels & Resorts in Thailand invites the Indian travel trade for an exclusive webinar today at 3 pm IST, focusing on its latest offerings. Get insights to help create enriched itineraries for your...
Chinese national missing in Thailand rescued, embassy warns of shady job offers
Channel News Asia
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July 4, 2025
BEIJING: A Chinese national who went missing in Thailand after accepting a photoshoot job has been rescued, according to China's embassy in Bangkok, which cautioned Chinese citizens against simply accepting job offers. The embassy said in a...
3 scenarios for Thai stocks in the wake of Vietnam's trade deal with the US
The Nation Thailand
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July 4, 2025
However, Sorrabhol said that Vietnam's stock market showed little reaction, with a modest 0.4% increase on Thursday. Meanwhile, Thailand is facing an important decision regarding US import tariffs. There are three potential scenarios for the...
Water monitor breeding now permitted in Thailand
Bangkok Post
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July 4, 2025
PUBLISHED : 4 Jul 2025 at 11:22 The Asian water monitor can now be bred in captivity for commercial purposes, according to a new declaration in the Royal Gazette. The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has greenlit the...
Thailand’s prime minister has been suspended
The Economist
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July 3, 2025
Thailand’s Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra following a petition alleging she breached ethics in a call to Hun Sen, Cambodia’s strongman, which he leaked. Ms Paetongtarn appears to disparage a Thai general...