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Penpisith Chunprom Appointed KONE Thailand Managing Director
Published on 15/08/2024
» KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, has appointed Penpisith Chunprom as the Managing Director for Thailand and a member of the KONE Southeast Asia leadership team from July 2024. He takes charge from Edward Loy, who is relinquishing this role and continuing as Managing Director for Southeast Asia. Based in Bangkok, Penpisith will lead KONE’s operations in Thailand, driving the strategic and commercial goals across both Thailand and the region’s emerging markets including Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos.
Thai Police Partner with AMLBot to Combat Crypto Scams
Published on 13/08/2024
» Pig butchering scams related to cryptocurrency, a form of investment fraud, have become increasingly prevalent in Southeast Asia, particularly in the areas surrounding Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos. These scams often involve cybercriminals posing as legitimate investment advisors to swindle victims out of their savings.
Myanmar's rebel offensive hits close to home
News, Published on 14/04/2024
» Since the 2021 coup in Myanmar, the military regime continues to face resistance from armed rebel groups which have managed to push troops from several strongholds.
Paetongtarn talks up Cambodia ties
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 19/03/2024
» The leader of Thailand's ruling Pheu Thai Party, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, also known as Ung Ing, is currently paying an official visit to Cambodia, emphasising the close ties and cooperation between the two countries.
Asean dept DG reinforces ties during retreat
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/02/2024
» Bolbongse Vangphaen, deputy director-general of the Department of Asean, has outlined discussions Thailand held with foreign ministers of Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the Asean Foreign Ministers' Retreat held in the Lao city of Luang Prabang on Sunday and Monday.
Japanese firms upbeat on Thailand, Asean
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/10/2023
» Japanese businessmen remain confident about their investments in Thailand and are keen to stay here, particularly in businesses related to automobile manufacturing, according to Hideyuki Tanaka, Chair of the Subcommittee on Asean Economic Relations, Keidanren (Japan Federation of Economic Organisations).
New college targets drug trafficking
News, Published on 18/09/2023
» The newly established International Narcotics Control College (INCC) in Chiang Rai aims to provide training to law enforcement agents and partner organisations to combat drug trafficking in the Mekong subregion.
Myanmar talks to go ahead
News, Published on 19/06/2023
» Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pramudwinai has defended informal regional peace talks with Myanmar being hosted by Thailand, saying the kingdom has been affected by the crisis in the neighbouring country and needs to take urgent action to help with peace efforts.
Fighting Thailand's 'scamdemic'
News, Published on 17/05/2023
» The April 8 arrest in Bangkok of a Chinese woman with Thai citizenship alleged to be the leader of a criminal syndicate involved in fraud, surrogacy and human trafficking is just one recent example of an increasingly sophisticated crime wave inside Thailand.
Unlock Thailand's 6 Hidden Gems for Your Next Holiday
Published on 10/04/2023
» If you still don’t have any plans for your next holiday, come join Netflix for a journey through Thailand! We have curated a list of attractions and experiences with something for just about everybody – from food, parties, and adventures to cultural experiences and natural beauty – and all of them are actual locations that have been featured in Netflix films and shows. Let’s take a closer look at these fascinating and not-to-be-missed destinations!