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US tariffs take centre stage at Apec trade gathering, joint statement in doubt
Published on 16/05/2025
» SEOGWIPO, South Korea - The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation's trade gathering comes to a close on Friday with divisions over US tariffs and reforms to the world trade body putting the adoption of a joint statement in doubt, according to some diplomats.
Bangkok cable thieves shocked in the act
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/05/2025
» Two thieves were electrocuted while attempting to steal electrical cables in Bangkok, resulting in severe injuries and their subsequent arrest.
17 arrest warrants issued over SAO building collapse
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/05/2025
» The Criminal Court on Thursday approved arrest warrants for 17 people, including construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta, in connection with the collapse of the 2.1-billion-baht State Audit Office building in Bangkok.
Thailand's Klatham Party seen as prepping for coalition rift
News, Published on 16/05/2025
» The Klatham Party's luring of MPs from other political parties is a calculated move to boost its bargaining power as well as to support the Pheu Thai Party in case the latter severs its political ties with Bhumjaithai, according to political observers.
Senate panel demands referendum on casino bill
News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/05/2025
» A Senate special committee examining the proposed casino-entertainment complex bill has called for a referendum on the controversial project, warning the draft bill may contravene the constitution if passed into law.
CPF records profit surge of 642% to B8.55bn in Q1
Business, Published on 16/05/2025
» Charoen Pokphand Foods Plc (CPF), an agro-industrial and food conglomerate, reported a record-breaking performance in the first quarter with a net profit of 8.55 billion baht, up 642% year-on-year.
Thai ESG X to draw 40% of LTF capital
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 16/05/2025
» High-income investors are likely to shift their long-term equity fund (LTF) investments to Thai ESG Extra (ESG X) funds, with roughly 40% of the 150-160 billion baht worth of outstanding LTF capital migrating to these new funds, say fund managers.
Major players post bumper Q1 profits
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 16/05/2025
» Major energy firms managed to reap profits in this year's first quarter, despite a global economic slowdown and geopolitical conflicts.
Minister seeks support for export firms
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 16/05/2025
» State-owned financial institutions are being urged to step up introducing measures to support Thailand's export businesses and the supply chain.
Tourism reform call as foreign arrivals in Thailand plunge
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 16/05/2025
» Thailand needs to urgently address the freefall in foreign arrivals, which is more pronounced this quarter among both leisure and corporate travellers, by reforming the sector and creating new destinations, according to a former head of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).