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Democracy in action with bid to target Yoon
Oped, Published on 11/12/2024
» Yoon Suk-yeol's latest political gambit undoubtedly did not unfold as he expected. After abruptly declaring martial law on Dec 3, South Korea's scandal-plagued president was forced to lift the order within hours in the face of public protests and legislative opposition. He now faces an impeachment motion filed by the opposition Democratic Party, which has condemned his "insurrectionary behaviour".
The way to fight coups
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/12/2024
» South Korea has charmed the world with "soft power" such as K-Pop. But the country and its citizens have just shown their democracy is even more inspiring.
Thailand-South Korea dual narratives
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 03/12/2024
» Thailand-South Korea relations are paradoxical. The countries share a dynamic that boasts both heroic achievements and glaring challenges. While their cultural and economic ties have progressed over the decades, they are black-eyed by labour and immigration issues. Solving these irritating issues can elevate friendship and unleash the potential of bilateral cooperation.
Anocha saga reopens
News, Editorial, Published on 02/12/2024
» Anocha Panjoy's disappearance 46 years ago remains a haunting chapter in Thailand's history.
Deported Korean back in Pattaya, arrested
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 29/10/2024
» A 42-year-old South Korean man deported and blacklisted in 2017 has been arrested in Pattaya for illegal entry and suspicion of involvement in drug trafficking.
Lisa 'in talks' for NYE countdown
News, Published on 23/10/2024
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra yesterday said the private sector is in talks with Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal, the globally renowned Thai K-pop star, to see if she would perform in the Thailand New Year Countdown event this year in Bangkok.
Lisa Blackpink 'in talks' for Bangkok New Year countdown show
Post Reporters, Published on 22/10/2024
» The private sector is in talks with Lalisa Manoban, globally known as Lisa from the Korean popular (K-pop) music group Blackpink, to see if she would perform at the New Year's Countdown event in Bangkok, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Tuesday.
Filipino pickpockets admit to targeting tourists in Bangkok
Online Reporters, Published on 22/10/2024
» Nine Philippine nationals were arrested in Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi airport for allegedly pickpocketing a South Korean tourist. They admitted to having committed similar offences multiple times, targeting foreign visitors in popular tourist hotspots.
Korean food exporters promote products at Bangkok expo
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 21/10/2024
» South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy is working with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (Kotra) to host "Seoul Food in Bangkok 2024", the country's largest food exhibition.
Korean prisoner livestreamed while in custody
Gary Boyle, Published on 17/10/2024
» Two immigration officers in Chon Buri face punishment for allowing a South Korean drug suspect to livestream while in police custody.