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The path to poverty in Thailand
Oped, Peerasit Kamnuansilpa, Published on 20/01/2021
» Thailand has had an interesting journey to its current ranking of sixth in the world, and first in Asia, in income inequality, as cited by the World Population Review. The country has historically been a patronage society, where the upper echelons of society are expected to look after those who are underprivileged.
OAG probes political link to wind projects
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/03/2017
» The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) is looking into the possibility that former agriculture ministers may have been involved in embattled wind energy projects in two northeastern provinces.
Banned TV stations back on air, but toned down
Spectrum, Published on 14/09/2014
» Many of the satellite television stations that broadcast political content and were ordered closed when the military took power are set to return, but viewers expecting to see the same type of shows will be disappointed.
Don't mix death and politics, reds told
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 10/05/2012
» Red shirt supporters have been warned against exploiting the death of convicted lese majeste prisoner Ampon Tangnoppakul for political gain.
Big changes in taxes possible
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/10/2011
» 150,000 to 250,000 baht change in untaxed income. Of 9 million taxpayers only 18,000 in highest 37% bracket.
Government budget makeover
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/07/2011
» To meet campaign promises spending will rise to 60 billion baht and corporate income taxes fall to 20% from 30%.
Changes likely for Wichean and Tharit
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 07/07/2011
» New governments often lead to changes in sensitive positions. In this case, the national police chief and the head of the DSI won't be surprised if they are replaced.
OK, but not so special
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 02/07/2011
» Big campaign rallies are carefully planned performances, so the Bangkok sent two reviewers to critique yesterday's Democrat and Phue Thai final rallies.
The rise of Vietnamese rice
Jon Fernquest, Published on 26/01/2011
» Vietnam now dominates rice markets in Asean with a 67.5% market share.