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Putting up a brave front in Brazil
Published on 01/12/2025
» On the sidelines of the COP30 in Belém, Brazil, Thai activist Baramee Chaiyarat says he was there to help give voice to those typically underrepresented at such a high-level summit.
Malaysia PM faces electoral setback as allies fall in Sabah state polls
Published on 30/11/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's allies were trounced in a regional election, results showed on Sunday, a grim first electoral test for the leader after three years in office.
Tougher line on border needed
Published on 29/11/2025
» An alarm has sounded for the government to closely monitor the tense situation along the Thai–Cambodian border following reports that Thailand plans to repatriate Cambodian prisoners of war, even though Cambodia has yet to comply with all four agreed conditions — namely, the withdrawal of weapons, landmine clearance, suppression of scam syndicates and the resolution of disputed border areas.
Restaurant and tourism sector hopes for southern stimulus
Business, Published on 29/11/2025
» The restaurant and tourism sectors hope the administration will remain intact to deliver on its memorandum of agreement with the People's Party by launching stimulus campaigns for people suffering in the South before the end of its term.
Thailand, NZ formalise partnership
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/11/2025
» Thailand and New Zealand have signed a five‑year Joint Plan of Action (JPOA), laying the groundwork to elevate their bilateral relationship to a Strategic Partnership in 2026, according to Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
Siam Paragon introduces NEXTOPIA to the world
Published on 28/11/2025
» Siam Paragon, one of the world’s most visited destinations, continues to hold its place as a top-of-mind landmark, consistently delivering experiences that go beyond expectations. Over the past two decades, the iconic retail hub has pioneered new destination concepts and set remarkable industry benchmarks. Its latest milestone is the launch of NEXTOPIA: Prototype for the World of Tomorrow — an unprecedented future-focused realm created in collaboration with leading innovation partners, business alliances, communities, and the Friends of NEXTOPIA network. Designed to welcome everyone to “Join us in the Making of a Better World,” NEXTOPIA aims to enhance quality of life and meaningful happiness in every dimension. This achievement reinforces the success of Siam Piwat’s global destination development strategy and clearly demonstrates Thailand’s creative capabilities on the world stage.
SCB WEALTH Navigates the “Storm Shift” at Year-End Forum
Published on 28/11/2025
» SCB WEALTH under Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) recently hosted the SCB WEALTH Holistic Wealth Forum 2025 under the theme “Storm Shift”, bringing together top-tier local and global experts to provide clients with a strategic “investment compass” to weather global economic storms. Looking ahead to 2026, the forum identified it as a pivotal year marked by major disruptions—from geopolitical tensions and AI-driven technological shifts to evolving global economic structures. Despite these challenges, Thailand is seen as entering a “golden opportunity” phase, supported by surging foreign investment figures from the Board of Investment (BOI). Foreign investment and capital markets are accelerating efforts to transition Thailand into the New Economy, driven by the Third Wave of innovation in AI, semiconductors, and data centres. BlackRock highlighted AI infrastructure as a major force poised to reshape the global economy. Meanwhile, Hua Seng Heng projected that gold prices will remain on an upward trajectory in 2026, with potential to reach USD 4,700. SCB Fund Management (SCBFM) forecasted Thai baht volatility within a range of THB 31–33 per USD. The forum concluded with insights on family office strategy and the importance of establishing a family constitution to ensure long-term wealth preservation. Experts emphasised the need for neutral mediation mechanisms to protect family wealth from internal disruptions and promote sustainable legacy planning.
Putin says Russia will fight on unless Ukraine cedes land
AFP, Published on 28/11/2025
» BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he would end his Ukraine offensive if Kyiv withdrew from territory Moscow claims at its own - otherwise his army would take it by force.
Saha Group Announces Major Deal with China’s Yuyuan Group
Published on 27/11/2025
» Strategic partnership to drive growth in beauty, fashion, F&B and gold jewellery while strengthening pathways to ASEAN expansion
Pundits call for balance on trade and border issues
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 27/11/2025
» Pundits say the government must strike a fine balance between economic benefit and national sovereignty regarding the border dispute with Cambodia, as the prolonged conflict not only dampens prospects for Thailand's trade talks with the US, but also riles domestic political stability.