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Time to curb spending
News, Editorial, Published on 12/05/2025
» Thailand is facing an avalanche of environmental, economic and political crises, without light at the end of the tunnel. Without stronger leadership and more effective governance, the situation is likely to worsen, driven by years of state inefficiency and neglect.
Why OECD membership matters
News, Published on 12/05/2025
» In a highly fragmented world, Thailand's accession to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation Development (OECD) is more than just a diplomatic gesture -- it marks a transformative opportunity to accelerate structural reform and attract high-quality investment. Today, the 38 OECD member countries account for over 60% of global GDP and 75% of world trade, with over half of global energy consumption -- underscoring the bloc's strategic importance.
Thai PM to visit Vietnam this week
Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 11/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will visit Vietnam on May 15-16 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, with both nations set to upgrade their partnership to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership — the highest tier of diplomatic relations Vietnam offers its allies.
Southern peace talks 'lost momentum'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/05/2025
» Violence in the southernmost provinces has flared with over 20 attacks reported in the past three months amid a stalled peace dialogue with insurgent groups.
ABOUT POLITICS: A sound bit of advice
Oped, Published on 10/05/2025
» A message has been conveyed by a former finance minister to an aspiring one -- don't be too agreeable with the government when it comes to money matters.
Legal stakes rise for Thaksin in hospital case
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/05/2025
» The decision by the Medical Council of Thailand to discipline three doctors involved in former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's stay at the Police General Hospital is likely to negatively impact an upcoming hearing on the controversy, according to political pundits.
Trump's China signals give shares a lift
Business, Published on 10/05/2025
» RECAP: Asian stocks advanced yesterday after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with the UK and signalled that tariffs on Chinese goods may fall if preliminary talks this weekend in Switzerland go well.
Malaysia crucial to peace efforts: Paetongtarn
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra issued a statement on social media on Thursday, stressing the need for joint efforts with Malaysia to end the violence in the deep South.
Thaksin's troubles
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/05/2025
» The Medical Council of Thailand's decision (MCT) to penalise doctors implicated in the so-called "14th floor'' saga -- Thaksin Shinawatra's "privileged" hospital stay in lieu of doing real jail time upon returning to the country -- is likely to send seismic shockwaves through the halls of power and affect some government ministers.
Booze ban eased on Buddhist holy days in selected areas from Saturday
Online Reporters, Published on 09/05/2025
» Thailand will allow alcoholic beverage sales on five Buddhist holidays in some places, including international airports, from Saturday in another push to promote tourism.