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Diplomacy vs daggers drawn
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 09/08/2025
» For over a century, tensions with Cambodia have flared intermittently and have often been left unresolved due to Thailand's traditionally non-assertive approach, which has prioritised peacekeeping and conflict avoidance over direct engagement.
'Old guard' weighs idea of outsider PM
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 09/08/2025
» As the Constitutional Court is set to hand down a ruling against suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for her controversial phone call with Cambodian strongman Hun Sen that was later leaked, most political pundits remain downbeat on her prospects. Should she be dismissed, the ruling Pheu Thai Party would have to form a new cabinet.
Court ruling on foreign pilots awaited
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/08/2025
» Although Thai airlines are not currently using foreign pilots to fly domestic routes, the practice could resume next year as the Administrative Court has yet to rule on a temporary injunction sought by Thai pilots to prevent it.
Thai gallery removes China-focused artworks after ‘pressure’ from Beijing
Published on 08/08/2025
» One of Thailand’s top art galleries removed, at China's request, materials about Beijing's treatment of ethnic minorities and Hong Kong from an exhibit on authoritarian governments, according to a curator and communications seen by Reuters.
Indonesian artists, students unfurl manga pirate sign as protest symbol
Published on 08/08/2025
» BEKASI, Indonesia/KARANGANYAR, Indonesia - Spraypainting brick walls in an empty yard, Indonesian artist Kemas Muhammad Firdaus braved midday heat to paint a skull in a straw hat on a black background, a nod to the Japanese manga series "One Piece" about treasure-hunting pirates.
FutureEd Fest 2025 Champions Inclusive, AI-Empowered Learning
Published on 08/08/2025
» FutureEd Fest 2025, Thailand’s national celebration of education innovation, returns for its third year with a press conference officially launching the event under the bold theme “AI-Driven, Human-Centred, and Equitable Learning.” Held on 6 August 2025 at Thai PBS and broadcast live nationwide, the press event reinforced a shared mission to co-create a more sustainable, inclusive education system for a rapidly changing world.
Calls for equal compensation in deep South
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/08/2025
» The government is facing calls to provide equal compensation to families of fallen soldiers in the deep South, following the approval of 10 million baht in aid for each serviceman killed in the recent Thai-Cambodian border clashes.
Singapore turns 60 with much to show
News, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 08/08/2025
» No country turns 60 like Singapore. In a neighbourhood of political dynasties and varying shades of autocracies and flawed democracies, the little island state of six million got lucky with its strongman rule. When he died in 2015, Singapore's patriarchal founder Lee Kuan Yew left a great country behind. This weekend, Singaporeans can take stock of what's gone by and rightly celebrate its milestone with much to show for.
Pakk Taii Design Week 2025: “South Paradise”
Published on 07/08/2025
» Get ready for a journey to Pakk Taii Design Week 2025 (PTDW2025), the annual creative festival showcasing Southern Thailand! From 28 August to 7 September 2025, the historic Old Town of Songkhla and Hat Yai will come alive as all 14 Southern provinces unite to highlight the region’s captivating charm and vast potential. This year’s theme, “South Paradise,” promises an immersive experience designed for tranquility, rejuvenation, and new possibilities. Whether you’re seeking peace, relaxation, healing, or inspiration, a trip south this August is sure to leave you feeling fully energized.
Acting PM issues policy directives to better aid public
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/08/2025
» Interior Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Thursday laid down urgent policy directives to provincial governors and senior officials, calling for faster and more effective responses to deliver government policies as well as better serve the people.