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South African foes unite in uneasy coalition
Published on 15/06/2024
» JOHANNESBURG - For the first time since Nelson Mandela negotiated an end to white minority rule, former sworn enemies are coming together in South Africa under a pledge to overcome ideological differences for the good of the nation.
Is the animosity an act?
News, Published on 15/06/2024
» It has been noted that the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) has taken an empathetic approach to the ruling Pheu Thai Party of late, leading to accusations the antagonism between them may have been staged.
Province-level voting to proceed despite eligibility concerns
News, Published on 15/06/2024
» The Election Commission (EC) is prepared to proceed with provincial-level voting in the Senate election scheduled to take place on Sunday despite complaints that poll officials have failed to weed out ineligible applicants.
SET approaching 4-year low on political turmoil
Business, Published on 15/06/2024
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand traded sideways throughout the month of May. After touching 1,400 points in April, the SET index never got close to that level again.
The sameness of the Modi 3.0 govt is a mirage
News, Andy Mukherjee, Published on 15/06/2024
» The new cabinet of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is much the same as his old. The ministers for finance, defence, home, and foreign affairs have been retained, giving the impression of policy continuity.
Creepy toys
Oped, Postbag, Published on 15/06/2024
» Re: "Doll seller faces charges over undelivered orders", (BP, June 11).
Vietnamese dissident’s arrest raises alarm
Onnucha Hutasingh, Published on 14/06/2024
» The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the government not to deport Vietnamese activist Y Quynh Bdap, who was arrested in Bangkok this week, out of fear for his safety.
Move Forward pokes holes in poll body's case
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 14/06/2024
» The Move Forward Party (MFP) insisted on Friday that the Election Commission’s complaint seeking its dissolution is flawed as it did not properly follow the steps prescribed in the organic law on political parties.
Paetongtarn aims to revive Pheu Thai in Bangkok
Online Reporters, Published on 14/06/2024
» Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra has taken on another key role in the party, chairing a panel that will try to revive its fortunes in Bangkok, where it was swept aside by the political avalanche of Move Forward in last year’s election.
B1.4tn fund says gold to counteract weak stocks
Bloomberg News, Published on 14/06/2024
» The Government Pension Fund (GPF) is expecting gains from investments in gold, commodities and private equity to help counter a slump in domestic stocks, following a period that is seen its performance struggle.