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Decriminalising sex work needs clarity
Oped, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2026
» The world's oldest profession has always been a taboo subject in Thai society, even in our politics so it was encouraging to see at least five political parties -- the Pheu Thai Party, the People's Party, the Movement Party, the Thai Sang Thai Party, and the Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Kazakhs are keen to see more trade
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/01/2026
» Kazakhstan is open for business and keen to deepen investment ties with Thailand, building on the long-standing political, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two countries, says Kazakh Ambassador to Thailand Margulan Baimukhan.
Trump to reach out to leaders
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 11/12/2025
» US President Donald Trump said he will reach out to Thailand and Cambodia to stop the conflict after fighting broke out over the weekend, while Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he was ready to discuss the issue if the president makes contact.
Thai, Russia trade forum boosts links
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/12/2025
» PHUKET: The first trade and investment forum between Thailand and Russia has concluded, with more than 100 Russian businesses attending and connecting with Thai companies to explore opportunities for future investment.
Make use of free trade agreement, Chile urges
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/09/2025
» Thailand and Chile must make fuller use of their free trade agreement (FTA) to maximise bilateral trade and investment, said Ignacio Fernandez Ruiz, general director of ProChile, the Chilean government's export promotion agency.
Cannabis at crossroads
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 09/09/2025
» Cannabis advocates in Thailand are calling on the new government to deliver legislation that protects users, businesses, non-users and minors, following concerns that recent regulatory changes have created monopolistic industry conditions.
New office to help Thais study in Taiwan
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/09/2025
» The Taiwan-Thailand International Talent Circulation Base opened in Bangkok on Friday, following the recent signing of an MoU on Technical and Vocational Education and Training Cooperation by the two governments.
Chile sets sights on broader ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/08/2025
» Chile is setting its sights on expanding bilateral trade and investment cooperation with Thailand as well as the wider Asean region, as the two countries mark the 10th anniversary of their Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
UK wants Thai investors for modern industry plans
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/07/2025
» The United Kingdom (UK) is inviting Thai investors to participate in "Modern Industrial Strategy 2025", a 10-year plan it recently launched to bolster future industries and strengthen UK-Thailand relations.
Long struggle ahead for LGBTQ+ rights
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/07/2025
» Thailand enacted the Marriage Equality Bill on Jan 23 this year, making it the third country in Asia after Taiwan and Nepal to recognise same-sex marriage.