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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.
TAT forecasts record level of arrivals from India
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/07/2025
» Despite the recent crash of an Air India aircraft, Indian arrivals remain robust against the sluggish short-haul markets trend, as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) anticipates a record level of 2.4 million arrivals from the market this year.
Thai Airways ‘has no plans’ to resume direct US flights
Published on 09/07/2025
» SINGAPORE - Thai Airways International has no plans to resume direct flights to the United States, despite the US upgrading Thailand’s air safety rating this year to permit them, CEO Chai Eamsiri said on Wednesday.
Thailand to offer US more trade concessions to avert 36% tariff
Published on 07/07/2025
» Thailand is making a last-ditch effort to avert a punitive 36% export levy threatened by the Trump administration with offers of greater market access for US farm and industrial goods, along with increased purchases of energy and Boeing jets.
Man arrested at airport for smuggling snakes in underwear
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/07/2025
» A Sri Lankan man was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle wildlife out of the country after three ball pythons were found hidden in his underwear.
Sri Lankan man arrested at airport for smuggling pythons in underwear
Sutthiwit Chayutworakan, Published on 04/07/2025
» A Sri Lankan man was apprehended at Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle wildlife out of the country after three ball pythons were found hidden in his underwear.
Siam Piwat, Huawei Unite to Boost Quality Tourism
Published on 03/07/2025
» Siam Piwat Group, the operator of Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and co-developer of ICONSIAM, has partnered with global technology leader Huawei to enhance Thailand’s appeal to high-spending international tourists—particularly Chinese Free Independent Travellers (FITs). Through this collaboration, Siam Piwat becomes the first Thai retail group to integrate its ONESIAM Global Visitor Card with Huawei’s HarmonyOS, connecting to over 400 million smartphone users in China.
Saha Group and BATC Partner to Boost Aviation
Published on 02/07/2025
» Saha Group, through Saha Pathana Inter-Holding Public Company Limited (SPI), has announced a strategic partnership with Bangkokair Aviation Training Center Co., Ltd. (BATC), a provider of international aviation training services. The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support the aviation sector and advance the development of aviation personnel in line with international standards.
Travellers appear unfazed by Mideast airspace disruptions
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/06/2025
» Despite a possible ceasefire between Iran and Israel, disruptions to aviation in the Middle East might affect tourists’ decisions, though travel sentiment is expected to improve if tensions subside, travel industry executives said on Tuesday.
Latvian, 71, caught with heroin haul
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 24/06/2025
» A 71-year-old Latvian man was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport after authorities found about three kilos of heroin concealed in his luggage during a transit stop en route to Malaysia, according to Pol Maj Gen Cherngron Rimphadee, commander of Immigration Division 2.