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Visa-free stay in Thailand to be cut to 30 days
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 17/03/2025
» The period of visa-free stays in Thailand is set to be reduced from 60 days to 30 days as related authorities have agreed in principle to the move in an effort to curb the risk of illegal businesses exploiting the visa exemption scheme, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
SKYY's the limit
Postbag, Published on 15/03/2025
» Re: "Investment boost questioned", (BP, March 14) and "B7bn SKYY9 Centre deal was shady: MP", (BP, March 11).
Royal Refreshment: Khao Chae Therapy at SPA InterContinental
Published on 14/03/2025
» A sanctuary of serenity in the heart of the city, SPA InterContinental on level 36 of InterContinental Bangkok offers a tranquil escape from the summer heat. Recognised among the Best Hotels in Southeast Asia at the 2024 Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards UK and a Michelin Guide Key Hotel, the hotel now introduces an experience steeped in Thai heritage—the 90-minute Khao Chae Therapy.
Government aims to overhaul healthcare funding
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 14/03/2025
» The government is preparing to revamp its healthcare funding systems, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said yesterday.
SCB WEALTH & BlackRock Partner to Drive Global Investment
Published on 13/03/2025
» SCB WEALTH has partnered with BlackRock, a global leader in asset management, to solidify its position as the top wealth management business in Thailand. This partnership will guide clients towards international investments, offering high-quality, innovative opportunities to boost returns in a fast-changing economic landscape. The partnership will offer in-depth investment analysis and insights, work together to identify suitable investment strategies aiming for long-term returns, and develop training programs for Relationship Managers’ development to meet international standards. Providing consultancy and experience sharing to enhance the efficiency of investment advisory services. With all collaboration under partnership will support SCB WEALTH to become the top choice for clients, with a target of THB 180 billion in global investment assets by 2026.
Live gem resurfaces
Life, John Clewley, Published on 11/03/2025
» Cameroonian musician, composer and songwriter Manu Dibango passed away in 2020 at the age of 86. His career and life were extraordinary. He was one of the most celebrated African musicians alongside Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Fela Kuti, Frnaco and Youssou N'Dour. He was known as the most sampled of all African musicians.
Winning combination
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 10/03/2025
» The way multinational companies look at developing a presence in particular markets can differ. At AXA, the second-largest European insurer in terms of revenue, it opts to partner with local banks in Southeast Asia to ensure success in a region it deems full of untapped potential.
Art lovers mob Paris's Pompidou Centre ahead of five-year closure
AFP, Published on 09/03/2025
» PARIS - Tourists and French visitors alike filled Paris's landmark Pompidou museum on the weekend to catch a last glimpse of its prestigious art collection ahead of a five-year closure for a major renovation.
Building a dynamic Thai-Indonesia relationship
Oped, Published on 07/03/2025
» On this day 75 years ago, the Republic of Indonesia and the Kingdom of Thailand marked an auspicious milestone in their relationship, with the formal establishment of diplomatic ties with one another. However, the relationship between the two countries, and people, can be traced back long before March 7, 1950 -- as far back as the ancient Kingdom of Sriwijaya, and to the times of the Majapahit and Ayutthaya kingdoms.
Genetic testing: A key to cancer prevention and awareness
Published on 05/03/2025
» Cancer is a disease that profoundly impacts lives, often leaving individuals and families with uncertainty and fear. However, advancements in medical science now enable us to take proactive steps in understanding and managing cancer risk. One such breakthrough is genetic testing, which provides insights into inherited risks and empowers individuals to make informed health decisions. Whether you have a strong family history of cancer or are simply curious about your genetic makeup, understanding genetic testing can help you take control of your well-being.