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Thailand intensifies AI efforts in bid to close the skills gap

Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 24/04/2026

» Aiming to build artificial intelligence (AI) sovereignty, the Digital Council of Thailand (DCT), the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), and the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) have forged a partnership to bridge the gap between high-level research and commercial application, while addressing a talent shortage.

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Warner Bros shareholders back $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance

Reuters, Published on 23/04/2026

» BENGALURU - Warner Bros Discovery shareholders on Thursday backed ​the company's proposed US$110 billion merger ‌with Paramount Skydance but cast an advisory vote against executive compensation plans tied to the deal.

BUSINESS

Thai rice prices drop on muted demand; weaker rupee keeps India rates steady

Reuters, Published on 23/04/2026

» Indian rice export prices held steady as a weaker rupee offset higher local paddy prices, while Vietnam export prices remained unchanged and Thai rice prices eased on muted demand for the staple grain.

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More bookings, shorter trips: Chinese adjust to higher fuel prices for Labour Day break

South China Morning Post, Published on 23/04/2026

» HONG KONG — The number of Chinese tourists deciding to travel during the five-day Labour Day holiday at the start of next month could rival or exceed last year's headcount despite higher global fuel prices, analysts said, adding travellers were likely to prefer shorter trips to save on transport costs.

BUSINESS

Eateries face rising costs, weak outlook

Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/04/2026

» Restaurant-related associations have collaborated to tackle surging energy costs, fluctuations in raw material prices, and digital transformation.

BUSINESS

War risks, rate cuts affect Thai banks’ margins

Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 23/04/2026

» The local banking industry recorded marginal net profit growth in the first quarter of this year, pressured by a decline in net interest income (NII) as conflicts in the Middle East are expected to heighten risks for the sector.

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Caution urged in uncertain market

Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 23/04/2026

» Residential developers should adopt a cautious approach to new launches while strengthening revenue, cash flow and cost management, according to SCB Economic Intelligence Center (EIC).

BUSINESS

Thailand exposed to widening war impact

Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 23/04/2026

» Thailand's economy is entering one of its most vulnerable phases as global geopolitical tensions intensify, yet selective opportunities for capital inflows remain, says Kongkiat Opaswongkarn, chief executive of Asia Plus Group Holdings.

BUSINESS

Thai refineries squeezed by diesel price controls

Business, Published on 23/04/2026

» Thailand's oil refining sector is facing renewed pressure as diesel price controls and rising financial losses threaten to erode profitability, according to a research note by CLSA.

BUSINESS

Pundits buoyant given ceasefire

Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 23/04/2026

» The indefinite extension of the ceasefire in the Iran war strengthens expectations that prolonged Middle East conflicts are in a de-escalation phase, even though the second round of peace talks is on hold, while the peak for global oil prices has passed, say analysts.