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Censure theatrics
Oped, Postbag, Published on 29/03/2025
» Re: "Political experts split on censure outcome", (BP, March 26).
From Marginal Life to Thriving Business on Koh Nok Phao
Published on 09/01/2025
» Thailand’s natural beauty has long drawn tourists from around the world, with its tourism sector contributing 18% to the economy. While popular islands like Samui, Pha Ngan, and Tao in Surat Thani are well-known, Koh Nok Phao, located in Don Sak district, offers a serene escape with its tranquil charm and unspoiled landscapes.
Donald Trump's tariffs will surely backfire
Oped, Published on 21/12/2024
» US president-elect Donald Trump appears committed to imposing high tariffs on imports to the United States -- or, at least, using the threat of tariffs to bend US trading partners to his will. Mr Trump now says he will enact a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico on his first day in office and raise tariffs on goods from China by 10%. And he has previously advocated 60–100% tariffs on imports from China and 10–20% tariffs on imports from all other countries.
China says Philippines has 'provoked trouble' in S.China Sea with US backing
Published on 13/12/2024
» BEIJING - China accused the Philippines on Friday of having "provoked trouble" in the South China Sea with US backing, a week after Beijing and Manila traded accusations over a new confrontation in the disputed waters.
Philippine ship 'deliberately rammed' Chinese vessel, says China
Reuters, Published on 04/12/2024
» BEIJING — China Coast Guard said on Wednesday an official Philippine ship in waters around Scarborough Shoal "ignored" its repeated warnings, and "deliberately rammed" and "seriously threatened" the safety of one of its vessels.
Dugongs 'may decline 70%'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 07/11/2024
» Dugong populations in the Andaman Sea are expected to decline by 70% over the next four years due to the diminishing supply of seagrass, which is their main source of food, a marine biologist has warned.
China blocks another Philippine supply mission
Published on 27/08/2024
» A number of Chinese vessels blocked Philippine patrol ships on a resupply mission in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea on Monday, in the latest confrontation in the contested waters.
A starry dinner
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 05/07/2024
» Don't let the restaurant name Dara deter you into assuming this is the sort of flashy dining establishment frequented only by celebrities and socialites. Anantara Layan Phuket Resort's latest dining venue, which just celebrated its grand opening in April, serves up astral delights with modern Thai food.
Cantonese traditions meet modern inspirations
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/06/2024
» Summer Palace at the Conrad Singapore Orchard first opened its doors in 1982 and has since remained one of the country’s most revered Cantonese restaurants.
Shanghai meeting paves way for more investment
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 22/05/2024
» Thai trade representative Narumon Pinyosinwat discussed avenues for trade and investment between Thailand and Shanghai during a meting on Wednesday in the Chinese city with Zhao Zhuping, deputy secretary-general of the municipal government.