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Two deaths in Bangkok in 1856 and their consequences
Life, Chris Baker, Published on 17/12/2021
» The Bowring Treaty of 1855 is a landmark of Thailand's modern history. The treaty opened the door for the colonial invasion of Siam's economy, and helped drag Siam into the modern world. It's a story about the great wheels of history, especially of colonial expansion and the cultural collision of East and West. But such events of great practical and symbolic significance are also about people, about the "big people" who shape these events, and the "little people" who get caught up in them by fate.
Cracking the condo rental nut
Business, Published on 11/08/2017
» 'In condominiums, everything appears fine on Airbnb's side, but all of the sudden the host tests you: 'OK, come in through the back door, and if anyone asks, you are my uncle or my nephew'," says Sean Conway, chief executive of San Francisco-based short-term rental management startup Pillow Residential.
Brexit could free UK to be more adventurous abroad
Asia focus, Pathom Sangwongwanich, Published on 10/10/2016
» The decision by British voters to exit the European Union could pave the way for a concrete trade agreement between Britain and Asean as the former can now pursue its own interests more actively, say analysts.
Making room for Airbnb
Spectrum, Published on 18/09/2016
» In July, the Phuket Provincial Land Office sent a notice to all 234 registered condominium projects in the province, totalling more than 26,000 units. It said that daily renting by condominium owners was a violation of the Hotel Act of 2004, and also caused a public nuisance, affecting tourist safety and possibly leading to loss of life and property. The penalty for such a criminal offence is up to one year in jail or a fine of 20,000 baht.
Vote ructions shortlived, British tourists, expats say
News, Published on 27/06/2016
» As their compatriots voted to leave the European Union (EU) in a historic referendum, some British tourists and expats have started to feel the pinch of a pending Brexit.
Foreign firms fear tighter restrictions
News, Nanchanok Wongsamuth, Published on 02/11/2014
» Foreign business chambers and embassies have expressed concern about a government proposal to restrict foreign control over joint-venture companies in Thailand.
Krungthai bank rolls The Bay
Business, Published on 14/10/2014
» Krungthai Bank has delivered a multi-billion-baht vote of confidence in Pattaya as a family resort by unveiling finance for a new development comprising shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues on 6,800 square metres of leasing space over three storeys close to Beach Road.
Emergency status threatens to dampen investment climate
Business, Published on 24/01/2014
» Business leaders have expressed concern that foreign companies may put their investment decisions on hold as the emergency decree invoked two days ago further dampens the investment climate in Thailand.
Thais moving into London mainstream
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 21/11/2013
» Thais buying London properties will turn more to mainstream markets over the next 3-5 years from being early adopters due to growth in the middle class, says the property consultant Colliers International Thailand.