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Firms prefer dissolution to provide business clarity
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Kanana Katharangsiporn and Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 04/09/2025
» Businesses expect a clear political environment going forward and believe House dissolution is the best option.
Mixed views on EEC expansion to Prachin Buri
MANIT SANUBBOON, Published on 29/08/2025
» Some local communities raised objections at a recent public hearing on the proposed expansion of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to Prachin Buri province, citing the likely effects it will have on the environment and people’s livelihoods.
Trump caps Gulf tour in Abu Dhabi with dizzying investment pledges
AFP, Published on 16/05/2025
» ABU DHABI — United States President Donald Trump on Friday capped off a Gulf tour in Abu Dhabi that has seen the securing of multi-billion-dollar deals, a US$1.4 trillion investment pledge from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as well as historic overtures to Syria and renewed optimism over an Iran nuclear deal.
Casino bill to go before Thai cabinet on Thursday
Wichit Chantanusornsiri and News Agencies, Published on 26/03/2025
» The Thai cabinet on Thursday will consider the draft entertainment complex bill, which would legalise casino gambling.
Thaksin defends entertainment complexes as critic decries ‘sin economy’
Online Reporters, Published on 18/01/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has defended the government’s entertainment complex bill, pointing out the contentious matter of a casino represents only 10% of each site, while a Democrat Party member is accusing the Pheu Thai-led administration of seeking to establish a “sin economy”.
US Steel and Nippon Steel sue over Biden's decision to block merger
AFP, Published on 07/01/2025
» NEW YORK - Nippon Steel and US Steel filed suit Monday over United States President Joe Biden's decision to block the Japanese giant's proposed acquisition of its American rival, accusing his administration of "illegal interference" in the huge transaction.
Calls to start petroleum production talks with Cambodia
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 26/12/2024
» Thailand's plan to cooperate with Cambodia on joint petroleum production in the overlapping claims area (OCA) that lies between the two countries in the Gulf of Thailand has become a highly contentious issue as opponents have voiced concerns regarding the impact on Thai sovereignty.
Selection of new Bank of Thailand chairman again deferred
Online Reporters, Published on 04/11/2024
» The independent committee selecting a new board chairman of the Bank of Thailand on Monday postponed its decision for another week, citing the need to digest more information.
Urgent need for quick talks with Cambodia
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 23/10/2024
» The government should set up a Thai-Cambodian joint technical committee to speed up talks on joint petroleum production in the overlapping claims area (OCA) between the two countries as gas production from existing blocks in the Gulf of Thailand is declining, says the Petroleum Institute of Thailand (PTIT).
Chulalongkorn University and Buakaw Launch Muaythai Documentary
Published on 14/08/2024
» The Institute of Asian Studies at Chulalongkorn University, through The Multicultural Studies and Social Innovation Center (MSSIC), has launched the documentary "MUAYTHAI: POWER & SPIRIT" to showcase Muaythai's cultural and historical significance on the global stage. The July 26, 2024 premiere was held at House Samyan Cinema, reflecting the university's commitment to elevating Thai culture through academic excellence and practical application.