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Trump floats cutting China tariffs 'substantially' in trade deal
Bloomberg News, Published on 23/04/2025
» WASHINGTON — United States President Donald Trump said he plans to be "very nice" to China in any trade talks and that tariffs will drop if the two countries can reach a deal, a sign he may be backing down from his tough stance on Beijing amid market volatility.
Gyeongju's cultural heritage on display in Bangkok
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/03/2025
» The Korean Cultural Center in Thailand will organise the exhibition "Encounter Gyeongju, The Golden City" to introduce Gyeongju in South Korea, the host city of this year Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation Summit (Apec Summit).
Bimstec to put regional ties to the test
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 25/03/2025
» On April 4, leaders from the seven countries surrounding the Bay of Bengal will converge in Bangkok to chart a common future amid dramatic shifts in the global geopolitical landscape.
Thai foreign minister says Brics role is a step forward
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/03/2025
» Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa defended Thailand's Brics membership, saying it was in the country's national interest and would be a boon to the economy and international cooperation.
Organon and partners drive innovation to strengthen healthcare access
Published on 07/03/2025
» Recognising the critical importance of women’s health in driving economic and social development, Organon (Thailand) Company Limited, in collaboration with Kenan Foundation Asia, the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) of Thailand, and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), held a roundtable discussion titled "Innovative Approaches to Women's Health" on March 6, 2025, at the historic Neilson Hays Library in Bangkok.
PDPC touts zero data leakage priority
Business, Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 11/02/2025
» The newly appointed secretary-general of the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) has outlined its priority of driving a mission of "zero data leakage".
Marriott APEC Marks Record Growth with 109 New Deals
Published on 07/02/2025
» Marriott International, Inc. announced February 7 another year of strong growth in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region, signing a record 109 deals across 11 markets, contributing 21,439 rooms to the region’s development pipeline, closing the year with 77,532 total rooms in the region’s year-end pipeline. The company continues to expand its portfolio in the region across market segments, including its debut in the midscale segment and its expansion of its luxury portfolio, reinforcing Marriott’s lead in the region’s evolving hospitality landscape.
Indonesia leads Asean with Brics entry
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 14/01/2025
» Indonesia has scooped Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand to become the first Asean country to join the Brics bloc of developing economies as a full member. Brazil, the new Brics rotational chair, announced Indonesia's admission was timely with strategic significance.
How gold fosters economic growth and prosperity
Business, Published on 12/12/2024
» As we move into 2025, gold offers a unique opportunity to provide stability amid geopolitical uncertainties. Traditionally, gold is a symbol of prosperity and wealth in Thai culture, often used to celebrate major family milestones such as weddings, birthdays and the arrival of newborns.
Recycling SOS
Oped, Postbag, Published on 03/12/2024
» Re: "Fees to encourage sorting of rubbish", (BP, Nov 27).