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Virabongsa as central bank chairman: Conflict ahead?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 15/05/2012
» Appointment of economist pushing for big changes (monetary policy, foreign reserves, sovereign wealth fund) may lead to conflicts.
How to get into best universities?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/05/2012
» Entry into most famous universities increasingly difficult as they require their own special admissions tests.
‘Symbolic reconciliation’
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 27/04/2012
» The PM’s visit to General Prem yesterday was full of symbolism but it remains to be seen if reconciliation will result. Opinions vary.
Search for loopholes: 300 baht min wage countdown
Jon Fernquest, Published on 21/03/2012
» By treating service charges hotel guests pay as income, hotels hope to get out of paying the new 300 baht minimum wage starting April 1st.
From floods to drought
Jon Fernquest, Published on 12/03/2012
» Thailand seesaws from too much water in Bangkok to too little in farming areas like Nan that need water for crops.
Countdown to minimum wage hike
Jon Fernquest, Published on 09/03/2012
» Such a huge jump in the minimum wage has never happened before & many are worried what will happen.
Aggressive investment when young
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/02/2012
» Started with gift money, now holds stock portfolio worth 1 million baht at age 25, aims to raise value to 10 million in five years
Flood prevention: Running out of time
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/02/2012
» Delays dredging canals & irrigation repairs, public hearings on farmer compensation for water retention, all make 3 month deadline difficult.
Iran ambassador: Terrorism reports baseless, hurt ties
Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 07/02/2012
» The cordial relations between Bangkok and Teheran had been hurt by the recent reports of Hezbollah and Iranian elements preparing terrorist activities in Thailand, Iran ambassador Majid Bizmark said Tuesday.
Soi dogs' best friends
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/02/2012
» Retired UK couple set up organisation to save soi dogs from having too many pups ... and also to save them from Vietnamese dinner tables.