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WORLD

Migrant workers ‘face growing risk’ in Saudi Arabia

AFP, Published on 14/05/2025

» PARIS - Human Rights Watch on Wednesday said grave abuses were being committed on giant construction sites in Saudi Arabia and warned the risks to migrant workers could increase as the building of stadiums for the 2034 World Cup gathers pace.

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THAILAND

Magsaysay award winner, activist Jon Ungphakorn dies aged 77

Online Reporters, Published on 13/05/2025

» The Thai activist and former senator Jon Ungphakorn has died peacefully at home at the age of 77, the Prachathai news agency announced on Tuesday.

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GENERAL

Cabinet set to mull credit guarantee agency bill

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/05/2025

» The Finance Ministry looks set to propose for cabinet consideration on Tuesday the draft bill for the National Credit Guarantee Agency (NaCGA), a new facility for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provides direct guarantees for a low fee.

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GENERAL

Government targets tax reform in attempt to boost revenue

Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 13/05/2025

» Tax reform to increase government revenue must be seriously pursued to enhance fiscal strength, says finance permanent secretary Lavaron Sangsnit.

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GENERAL

BoT warns of long path to recovery

Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/05/2025

» Structural problems are a key concern undermining Thailand's future growth potential, Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has warned in a harrowing forecast of the country's economic future.

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THAILAND

New petitions over ex-PM Thaksin's hospital stay

News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/05/2025

» Pressure is mounting on the government over former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's prolonged stay at the Police General Hospital (PGH), with critics demanding transparency and accountability from both state officials and political leaders involved in the matter.

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OPINION

Justice must ditch the glitz

Oped, Editorial, Published on 13/05/2025

» The recent phenomenon of talk show hosts and social media influencers seeking justice for the downtrodden represents a worrying trend for Thailand. While these celebrity crusaders offer an expedient shortcut for those seemingly failed by traditional mechanisms, their existence suggests that something could be seriously wrong with the nation's justice system.

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OPINION

Not so pretty

Oped, Postbag, Published on 13/05/2025

» Re: "'White Lotus' boon yet to materialise", (Business, May 10).

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WORLD

UK govt toughens immigration plans as hard-right gains

AFP, Published on 12/05/2025

» LONDON - UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed Monday to "finally take back control" of Britain's borders as his government unveiled policies designed to reduce legal immigration and fend off rising support for the hard right.

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OPINION

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.