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Thai-Korean ties: Building on solid foundations
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/02/2024
» Despite the recent outrage surrounding the mistreatment of Thai travellers by South Korean immigration officials, the country remains committed to strengthening bilateral ties so both countries can move forward together, assured the new South Korean ambassador to Thailand, Park Yong Min.
PM faces new leadership test
Published on 19/02/2024
» The political temperature in Thailand is expected to increase following the release yesterday of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on parole.
Second committee to vet digital wallet
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 17/02/2024
» The government has defended its decision to have a new sub-committee vet the digital wallet scheme, saying that it is treading carefully with the plan following Move Forward Party (MFP) list-MP comments that the delay might disrupt the economy.
UOB Predicts 3.6% Growth for Thailand's Economy
Published on 16/02/2024
» According to UOB, Thailand's economy is expected to start the year slowly as the global economy recovers at a sluggish pace but is poised for a more rapid pickup in the second half of 2024. With a new government, fiscal stimulus packages, sustained tourism recovery, and a rebound in merchandise exports, the bank forecasts Thailand's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to expand by 3.6 percent this year.
US supports humanitarian corridor along Myanmar border
Published on 13/02/2024
» WASHINGTON, DC - US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has shown support for Thailand setting up a humanitarian corridor along the border with war-torn Myanmar, and acknowledged the kingdom's strategic importance in the region, according to Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara.
Foreign minister to discuss cybersecurity with Blinken
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 13/02/2024
» WASHINGTON DC: Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara will discuss cybersecurity cooperation with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in light of reports which claimed scammers have been posing as Thai diplomats to target unsuspecting victims.
RBSO focuses on leveraging "soft power" through international collaboration
Published on 12/02/2024
» In a groundbreaking move, the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra (TSO), in partnership with the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO) and the Silpakorn University Faculty of Music, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding that launches the "Asia Project," an initiative championed by the Japan Arts Council's "New Orchestra Support Program."
Submarine panel 'must put national interests first'
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 12/02/2024
» Navy chief Adm Adung Phan-iam says he expects the submarine procurement review panel to make recommendations based on national interests while stressing that submarines have an integral role in the navy's strategy.
Foreign minister to discuss call scams with US counterpart
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/02/2024
» WASHINGTON DC: Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara will discuss cybersecurity with United States counterpart Anthony Blinken because call scammers have been misusing the names of Thai diplomats.
Visa-free influx proves to be mixed blessing
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/02/2024
» Thailand is experiencing an influx of foreign visitors as the government's visa-free policy for tourists from countries including China has given the industry a much-needed boost.