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Signs and symptoms of Thai stagnation
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 18/07/2025
» That Thailand is faring poorly in the world is no longer in dispute. Not so long ago, many were in denial and adamant that Thailand could still bring a good game to engage abroad, that "Teflon" Thailand could bounce back. Now, just about all indicators are pointing south. The causes of this country's decline and stagnation are not singular but multifaceted over a two-decade period. As Thailand's situation is likely to worsen before hopes for a better future can arise, it is instructive to start counting the costs.
Thailand to offer ‘no tariffs on 90% of US goods’
Published on 17/07/2025
» Thailand is ready to offer scrapping tariffs on 90% of US goods, up from 60% in an earlier proposal, in a bid to avert a punishing 36% levy threatened by President Donald Trump, according to a business group advising Thai negotiators.
MPs reaffirm Referendum Bill support
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 17/07/2025
» The House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly reaffirmed its support for the Referendum Bill, with 375 votes in favour and none against, ending a months-long deadlock that has stalled progress on constitutional reform.
Central bank contender touts need to work with government
Bloomberg News, Published on 16/07/2025
» A contender to be Bank of Thailand's (BoT) next governor said she would be "a little more aggressive" in articulating the path for interest rates, calling for closer coordination of monetary and fiscal policies.
Waste sorting a money saver
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/07/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is inviting city residents to join its new waste-separation campaign, "This House Doesn't Mix Waste", which offers discounts on trash-collecting fees for sorting waste properly.
National Anti-Corruption Commission takes up PM's phone call case
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 15/07/2025
» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has unanimously agreed to set up a panel to investigate suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for alleged ethical misconduct, in connection with the audio clip featuring a controversial phone conversation between her and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen.
Thailand’s anti-graft agency set to probe suspended PM Paetongtarn
Published on 14/07/2025
» Thailand’s anti-graft agency plans to probe allegations of ethical misconduct against suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, according to local media reports, adding to the leader’s growing legal woes stemming her controversial handling of a border dispute.
EU chief delays retaliation for US tariffs in search of deal
AFP, Published on 14/07/2025
» BRUSSELS - EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday that Brussels would continue to hold off on hitting back at US steel and aluminium tariffs, as it seeks a deal to avoid broader 30% levies.
Reshuffles mean little at ground level
News, Published on 14/07/2025
» In the bustling aisles of Bang Lamphu fresh market in Khon Kaen, conversations no longer revolve around the day's produce or prices but the country's politics -- and not with much hope.
High rates hurt public healthcare
Oped, Published on 14/07/2025
» May's 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) -- the annual meeting of the World Health Organization's member states -- ended on a self-congratulatory note. From an agreement on pandemic preparedness to increases in assessed contributions to the WHO, there were plenty of achievements to tout. But there was an elephant in the room, hiding behind a banner reading "One World for Health": the high borrowing costs faced by African countries.