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Surge in cannabis smuggling prompts Thailand to tighten rules
Bloomberg News, Published on 24/05/2025
» The Thai government aims to clamp down on easy access to cannabis by mandating medical prescriptions amid rising instances of tourists attempting to smuggle out large quantities of weed.
Travellers avoid trips to Japan over viral comic book’s quake prediction
Bloomberg News, Published on 24/05/2025
» TOKYO — Holiday bookings to Japan from key Asian markets have plunged ahead of the busy summer season. The cause: Rumours of an impending earthquake prophesied in a manga graphic novel.
Equities steady a day after big US bond sell-off
Business, Published on 24/05/2025
» RECAP: Asian equities stabilised on Friday, a day after a sell-off in Treasuries that reflected concerns about US fiscal stability and rattled markets around the globe.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: May 23-29
Guru, Published on 23/05/2025
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
China's yuan fit to rival US dollar as global currency if more accessible: economist
Published on 23/05/2025
» China's yuan has the potential to rival a weakening US dollar as a global currency if Beijing liberalises convertibility and access for foreigners, according to a senior Asian economist.
Prudential Thailand highlights wealth transfer needs of affluent families
Published on 23/05/2025
» With a strong and strategic focus on Asia, UK-based multinational insurer Prudential Group is pursuing double-digit annual growth in Thailand through 2027. Its local unit, Prudential Thailand, plans to achieve this target in part by expanding services tailored to high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, according to chief executive Bundit (Kenny) Jiamanukoonkit.
Thai Night 2025 showcases thai cinema at cannes
Published on 22/05/2025
» Cannes, France – May 22, 2025 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, successfully organised Thai Night 2025, an event aimed at enhancing the global presence of the Thai entertainment industry and promoting international business networking. The event took place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, during the renowned Cannes Film Festival – one of the world’s most prestigious international film festivals. Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi presided over the ceremony, delivered an inspiring keynote address, and extended a warm welcome to distinguished guests, including producers, directors, content creators, and media representatives from around the world.
Army of Chinese travel agents en route to Thailand
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/05/2025
» Thailand’s tourism industry is preparing to welcome 500 Chinese travel agents and media members at the end of this month, hoping to revive a market that has plunged 32% compared with a year ago.
China, Asean complete negotiations on upgraded free trade deal
Reuters, Published on 21/05/2025
» HONG KONG — China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) have completed negotiations to further refine their free trade area to include the digital and green economy and other new industries, China's commerce ministry said on Wednesday.
Old places, new menus
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 21/05/2025
» Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.