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Tourism industry likes Thaksin’s ‘CEO governor’ idea
Published on 18/07/2025
» Tourism operators agree with former premier Thaksin Shinawatra’s proposal for “CEO governors” — a policy he introduced two decades ago with mixed results — but say there must be checks to ensure transparency and that work is carried out effectively.
South Korea to end private adoptions after landmark probe
AFP, Published on 18/07/2025
» SEOUL - South Korea is set to overhaul its adoption system on Saturday by ending the decades-old practice of outsourcing adoptions to private agencies, which has led to widespread allegations of abuse.
Thaksin touts golden visa, higher travel fees to boost Thailand
Bloomberg News, Published on 18/07/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra suggested Thailand create a golden visa scheme for wealthy foreigners to become long-term residents and called on Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) to hike passenger service fees to boost the sluggish economy.
In the 'kingdom of silence', the caged bird raps
Oped, Published on 18/07/2025
» In Syria, the caged bird raps. On my first night imprisoned, I began to write:
Cambodia row hits seaside market
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 18/07/2025
» More than three weeks into the implementation of strict border control measures, Had Lek town's once-bustling seaside market has been reduced to a ghost town, with only one shop left open among dozens that previously lined the coastal strip.
5 firms compete for oil licences
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 18/07/2025
» Five Thai and foreign energy firms are vying for licences on new onshore petroleum exploration and production projects, part of the state's latest efforts to boost the economy, says the Department of Mineral Fuels.
Be wary of betting
Oped, Editorial, Published on 18/07/2025
» After the casino initiative, wrapped in a contentious entertainment complex bill, fell flat, the ruling Pheu Thai Party is now touting controversial legislation on legalising online gambling, citing the need to increase state revenues.
Phuket enjoys surprise off-season arrivals hike
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/07/2025
» Phuket is seeing a big shift in tourism patterns as European travellers embrace off-season travel, with tourism revenue expected to grow by over 40 billion baht, or around 10%, this year, says the Phuket Tourist Association.
Mounting economic woes pummel industry's morale
Business, Published on 17/07/2025
» A storm of economic pain has hit local entrepreneurs, causing the Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) to fall to an eight-month low in June, with the situation likely to lead to a dim industry outlook over the next three months, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
University fee subsidies linked to growth agenda
Post Reporters, Published on 16/07/2025
» More scholarships will be made available to address national priorities, including artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors and soft power sectors such as food, tourism and sports, according to Thailand’s new higher education minister.