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Philippine city in ruins: Islamic State still a threat
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/06/2017
» The war against ISIS currently raging in the city of Marawi has taken many lives & is a stark warning to other ASEAN states to be prepared.
Honour the King's legacy
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/10/2016
» It is through actions to carry on King Bhumibol's legacy that Thais can truly realise their pledge of unwavering affection to the monarchy.
US seafood lawsuit: Cambodian villagers sue Thai & US companies
Jon Fernquest, Published on 17/06/2016
» Five Cambodian villagers now resident in US sue Thai & US companies for labour abuse while working in Thais seafood factory.
Bangkok bombing investigation not really finished
Jon Fernquest, Published on 26/10/2015
» Bangkok bombing case almost officially closed, but enormous gaps & unknowns remain, 13 suspects at large, motive still unknown & entire diplomatic community disagrees with police about terrorism connection.
Foreigners flee Thai stocks... but as tourists come running back
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/08/2015
» Foreign investor stock sales $1.24 billion this year ($1.09 billion in 2014, $6.21 billion in 2013) but tourism sector gets boost from baht's 6.4% plunge over last 6 months.
Thailand leads Asia in reducing drinking & alcohol (with videos)
Jon Fernquest, Published on 23/07/2015
» Asian countries following Thailand's example where national alcohol policy persuaded two-thirds of Thais to stop drinking, despite forecast 70% of global beer growth in Asia-Pacific over next five years.
What's new in business news: July 20, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/07/2015
» Thai airlines face flying ban to US, given 65 days to fix safety problems, Korat hit by factory shutdowns & plans for direct exchange between Thai baht and Malaysian currency.
El Nino starting to bite in Asia
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/07/2015
» Drought from El Nino will cut Thailand's main rice harvest to lowest in nine years. Weather patterns in the next two months will determine how much damage it does.
What's new in business news: May 29, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 29/05/2015
» Many digital TV channels at risk of failure, Moody's says Thai govt financial position very strong & Thailand's hungry cut by half since 1996.
Thailand in 20 years: Old man of Asean?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 09/04/2015
» Starting in 2017, Thailand's working-age population that fuels manufacturing, exports & growth will start to fall, so better start making long-term plans now.