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Democrats urge Trump to keep ban on Chinese cars
South China Morning Post, Published on 29/04/2026
» NEW YORK — Over 70 Democrats on Tuesday urged US President Donald Trump to keep Chinese carmakers out of America, warning of "irreversible" consequences, just weeks ahead of his high-stakes trip to Beijing to meet with China's President Xi Jinping.
Tropical forest loss eases after record year: researchers
AFP, Published on 29/04/2026
» PARIS (FRANCE) - The pace of tropical forest destruction slowed in 2025 after record losses the year before but remained at worrying levels equivalent to 11 football fields per minute, researchers said Wednesday.
J.D. Pools Charges into 30th Year, Leading Pool Innovation Across All Sectors
Published on 29/04/2026
» Marking three decades of excellence, J.D. Pools continues its upward trajectory by unveiling the secrets behind its enduring success: a relentless commitment to innovation. Now a trusted partner for both the private sector and government agencies, the company recently highlighted its milestone achievement of constructing four Olympic-standard swimming pools. Furthermore, J.D. Pools has partnered with local administrative organizations (LAOs) to develop 30 budget-friendly swimming facilities for child development centres (CDCs) nationwide. To celebrate this 30-year milestone, the company is offering a major giveaway at the Architect’69 expo, with discount coupons ranging from 30,000 to 100,000 baht.
SCGD to shut 2 tile plants amid cost surge
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 29/04/2026
» SCG Décor Plc (SCGD), a producer of decorative surfaces and bathroom products, plans to close two of its four ceramic tile factories in Thailand and suspend new investment in Vietnam, citing the economic fallout from Middle East tensions.
Cabinet backs B20bn loan to steady fuel prices
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/04/2026
» The cabinet has approved a plan allowing the Oil Fuel Fund Office (Offo) to borrow 20 billion baht to increase the liquidity of the Oil Fuel Fund, aiming to shore up energy prices amid the global oil crisis.
GSB targets huge increase in low-income borrowers
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 29/04/2026
» Government Savings Bank (GSB) aims to let an additional 1 million low-income Thais access formal credit, representing a total loan value of about 100 billion baht, says the bank's new chief.
'Super El Nino' puts Thailand on alert
Gary Boyle, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry has a plan to reduce the potential impact of a looming Super El Nino, warning that hotter temperatures and below-normal rainfall could threaten crops, water supplies and rural incomes this year.
Japan arrivals to dip during Golden Week
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Japanese market is expected to drop during the Golden Week holiday this week as seat capacity to Thailand plunged by 6%, with hotel operators viewing flight cancellations as having a more severe impact on Thai tourism than high airfares.
Survey finds worry among labourers
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Published on 29/04/2026
» The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) anticipates government initiatives such as "Thai Chuay Thai" and "Khon La Khrueng Plus" co-payment schemes can effectively stimulate the economy as consumers tighten their spending because of insecurity about employment and future income.
Travel agents slam B1,000 exit tax
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/04/2026
» The Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA) strongly opposes the government's plan to levy a 1,000‑baht departure tax on Thai travellers, warning it will hamper two‑way tourism and hurt the economy during a cost-of-living crisis.