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PM insists cash splurge not populist as poll looms
Gregory Morrissey, Published on 21/11/2018
» The government will plough 63 billion baht into cash handout packages aimed at assisting low-income earners, the elderly and retired officers, but Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has urged both the public and the media not to view this as a populist move aimed at shoring up support ahead of the election.
China-Thai railway deal: Really better than Yingluck's?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 21/06/2017
» Rail project really aims to please China & breaks laws created to give Thai public control over government spending & projects.
Sangha reform: Monks getting rich off of temple donations
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/03/2017
» Monks accumulating wealth from temple donations goes against ancient Sangha rules, but govt laws to regulate & audit donations & monk wealth have sparked protests.
Thailand's economy: Where is it going?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 22/09/2016
» Growth up a little but average household suffering economically. Political stability & renewed investment key to future growth & prosperity.
Military given police powers
Jon Fernquest, Published on 31/03/2016
» Aimed at fighting criminals who cause trouble for the public, critics say powers too vague & could lead to abuse of power.
What's new in business news: July 8, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 08/07/2015
» New northern bus terminal to move from Morchit to Rangsit, police raids continue against tourist scam jewelry stores & fishing trawler mafia & why law enforcement, & not just more laws, is needed
Minimum wage: 300 baht ends next year
Jon Fernquest, Published on 06/06/2015
» Return to old min wage system next year, as some blame 2013 min wage increase to 300 baht for current export slump, while others call for increase to 360 baht because cost of living has doubled since 2013.
What's new in business news: September 3, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 03/09/2014
» Ko Samui restaurant chosen Thailand's best, Philippines to buy more Thai rice & tax deductions for Thai travellers travelling in Thailand.
Thailand's new healthcare policy a threat to the poor?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 06/06/2013
» Healthcare policy has changed to favour private hospitals, drug companies & medical tourism. Not made public, favours business, threat to universal healthcare.
Government revenue from liquor taxes
Jon Fernquest, Published on 01/08/2011
» Liquor taxes are a promising revenue source for future government spending. Tax increases on white spirits could reduce rural health problems and costs.