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Strengthening baht adds to Thai tourism sector woes
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 13/08/2025
» The strengthening baht is beginning to weigh on Thailand’s fragile tourism sector, already plagued by recurring security issues, leaving travellers feeling their visits aren’t worth the cost.
BJC Champions Inclusive, Climate-Smart Growth at GCNT Expo
Published on 13/08/2025
» At the GCNT Expo 2025: Forward SDGs Faster Together, Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC) and its flagship retail arm BigC underscored their role as a driving force in Thailand’s sustainable development agenda. Held from 29–31 July 2025 at True Digital Park, Bangkok, the expo, organized by the Global Compact Network Thailand (GCNT), the country’s largest private-sector sustainability platform, brought together corporate leaders, policymakers, and changemakers. BJC not only presented its sustainability initiatives through a flagship exhibition booth but also sent senior executives to the stage to articulate a holistic vision that fuses inclusion, innovation, and environmental stewardship.
Celebrating 120 Years of Friendship: Norway and Thailand Unite for Sustainability
Published on 13/08/2025
» 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Norway and Thailand. This significant milestone is a reason to celebrate the past and to look ahead to a bright future. As both sides look to enhance ties, strengthening sustainable development and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices are seen as keys to success.
Kingsgate, Akara, Chula Turn Mine Waste Useful
Published on 13/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 13, 2025 – Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 14 July 2025, Kingsgate Consolidated Limited, its subsidiary Akara Resources Public Company Limited, and Chulalongkorn University convened today at the Faculty of Engineering to assess early-stage project concepts, examine material samples, and discuss future opportunities for transforming mine tailings a by-product of gold and silver extraction into valuable economic minerals and sustainable construction materials.
Samui Property Market Diversifies with Condo and Villa Boom
Published on 13/08/2025
» Koh Samui, Thailand, August 13, 2025 - Koh Samui’s residential property market is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by rapid expansion, diversified offerings, and intensifying competition in the rental sector. According to the newly released 2025 Samui Property Market Update by C9 Hotelworks, the island's property market—valued at THB30.3 billion—is transitioning from its traditional villa-centric model toward higher-density developments, especially condominiums, while adapting to evolving investment trends and rising international interest.
European powers tell UN they are ready to reimpose Iran sanctions
AFP, Published on 13/08/2025
» PARIS — Britain, France and Germany have told the United Nations (UN) they are ready to reimpose UN-mandated sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme if no diplomatic solution is found by the end of August 2025, according to a joint letter obtained by Agence France-Presse (AFP).
Jailed ex-Malaysia PM Najib allowed to petition for house arrest
Bloomberg News, Published on 13/08/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak won the right to petition to serve the rest of his prison term under house arrest, in a major victory for the jailed politician and his supporters.
New releases for your streaming pleasure: Aug 13-19
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 13/08/2025
» Looking for a title to binge-watch this weekend? Here's our pick!
South Korea's ex-first lady Kim arrested
AFP, Published on 13/08/2025
» SEOUL — South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee was arrested late Tuesday over a range of charges including stock manipulation and corruption, prosecutors said.
'Not welcome': English town protests against JD Vance's holiday
AFP, Published on 13/08/2025
» CHARLBURY (UNITED KINGDOM) - Dozens of activists and locals protested on Tuesday against a visit by US Vice President JD Vance to an idyllic rural region of southwest England, where he is on holiday with family.