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FDA open to setting limits on beta-agonist use
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/08/2025
» The Food and Drug Administration has yet to set a safety threshold for beta-agonist use, as the chemical remains prohibited in livestock production.
Cops target distributors of illegal and dangerous goods
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 11/08/2025
» Authorities have seized more than 690,000 illegal and substandard products in a series of high-profile raids in Bangkok, targeting major warehouse networks and retail outlets in an intensified crackdown on unsafe goods.
A Faustian bargain for the Global South
Oped, Published on 05/08/2025
» US President Donald Trump's tariff policies have unleashed global economic turmoil and a wave of protectionist measures. While many of his frequently changing tariffs may prove short-lived, their use as geopolitical weapons is poised to reshape international trade for years to come.
Help must be city-wide
Oped, Editorial, Published on 31/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) in conjunction with the Interior Ministry, recently launched the "Sukhumvit model," an initiative to improve safety, public order and quality of life in the key central business district of the city, covering Watthana and Klong Toey districts.
B25 billion approved for AI development
Published on 30/07/2025
» The National Artificial Intelligence Committee has approved a budget framework calling for a government investment of at least 25 billion baht to drive AI development in Thailand over the 2026 and 2027 fiscal years.
B20m in uncertified cleaning and cosmetic products seized in Bangkok
News, Published on 22/07/2025
» Police have seized 20 million baht worth of uncertified cleaning supplies and cosmetics after raiding a Bangkok warehouse owned by a Chinese investor.
Lao smugglers caught with illegal cough syrup
News, Online Reporters, Published on 22/07/2025
» Two Lao nationals were arrested at the Mukdahan border checkpoint while attempting to smuggle 8,000 bottles of unapproved cough syrup out of Thailand, customs officials said.
Thailand cracks down on ‘zombie pods’ drug
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/07/2025
» Thai authorities are tightening restrictions on the drug etomidate to curb its use in potentially deadly vape products known as “zombie pods”.
Thailand cracks down on anaesthetic used in ‘zombie pods’
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/07/2025
» Thai authorities are tightening restrictions on etomidate, an intravenous anaesthetic, in order to curb its use in potentially deadly vape products known as “zombie pods”.
Thailand tightens e-commerce control
Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 14/07/2025
» Government agencies have further tightened oversight of digital platforms and products available via online channels to ensure consumer benefit and prevent sales of subpar products.