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Chinese travellers flock to Central Asia as flight bookings soar 120% on pre-Covid levels
Published on 27/04/2026
» Once a niche destination, Central Asia is quickly emerging as a key market for Chinese travellers, supported by robust traffic growth, expanding air links and deeper economic ties under Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, according to analysts.
Oil climbs nearly 2% as US-Iran peace talks stall
Published on 27/04/2026
» SINGAPORE - Oil prices extended gains on Monday, rising nearly 2% as peace talks between the United States and Iran stalled while shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited, keeping global oil supplies tight.
Caught between wars, US Afghan allies trapped in Qatar without safe exit
AFP, Published on 27/04/2026
» DOHA - Stuck for over a year behind a perimeter fence on a defunct American base on Doha's edge, 1,100 former Afghan allies of US forces and their families have escaped Afghanistan with their lives only to find themselves trapped in uncertainty.
Two gambling dens busted in Bangkok, 104 arrests
Published on 27/04/2026
» Two gambling dens were raided, equipment seized and 104 punters arrested in Bangkok on Saturday night, the Department of Provincial Administration announced on Sunday morning.
Anti-motorbike barriers draw mixed reviews
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/04/2026
» Bangkok City Hall has installed footpath barriers to deter motorcyclists from riding on sidewalks and said more are being added citywide.
Beyond organic agriculture
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 27/04/2026
» In an era of climate change, volatile commodity prices and increasingly discerning consumers, Thailand's agricultural sector is facing a profound shift. The challenge for farmers is no longer simply producing more crops at lower cost, but producing them in a way that demonstrates sustainability, traceability and environmental responsibility.
Thai banks pivot as fees are regulated
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/04/2026
» Banks are preparing for a potential decline in fee-based income following the central bank's move to standardise banking fees, despite strong growth in the first quarter of this year.
Thailand wilts as 'financial summer' batters households
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 27/04/2026
» As temperatures climb across Thailand, households are feeling more than just the heat. This year's hot season has brought a sharp rise in living costs, particularly fuel prices, tightening budgets and amplifying financial strain.
Rising oil, power costs weigh on steel
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 27/04/2026
» Thailand's steel and iron industry is reeling from the impact of soaring oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, as higher shipping costs for imported iron ore -- the key raw material for steelmaking -- push production expenses to new heights.
Bitkub targets HK listing as it diversifies
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 27/04/2026
» Bitkub Group has reaffirmed its position as Thailand's leading cryptocurrency platform despite intensifying competition, while accelerating strategic diversification into new businesses and exploring a potential listing on the Hong Kong stock exchange.