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Japan names Thailand as strategic base for the ‘New Cool Japan’ strategy
Published on 21/03/2026
» Amid the rapid growth of the global media and entertainment industry, which is emerging as a key driver of the digital economy and a powerful form of “soft power” connecting people and cultures worldwide, NTT DOCOMO, Japan’s leading telecommunications and technology provider and a key partner of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) of Japan, has announced a strategic partnership with TrueVisions, aligning with the Japanese government’s “New Cool Japan Strategy”.
Summer storm damages dozens of houses in Nakhon Phanom
Pattanapong Sripiachai and Online Reporters, Published on 21/03/2026
» NAKHON PHANOM - Almost 100 households were damaged by strong winds when the first rain of the year, with hailstorms, struck this northeastern province on Friday.
EC under the microscope
Published on 21/03/2026
» Allegations of irregularities in the handling of the general election by the Election Commission (EC) have drawn widespread attention in the country’s unfolding constitutional debate.
Tourism meets culture
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 21/03/2026
» A proposal to merge Thailand's culture and tourism portfolios to strengthen the country's cultural "soft power" could boost high-value tourism, but bureaucratic reform and greater private-sector involvement will be crucial for the strategy to succeed, according to a former tourism minister.
Volatility easing as traders adjust to war
Business, Bualuang Securities, Published on 21/03/2026
» Trade on Thai and global stock markets has been volatile this month amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East. This week, attacks on energy infrastructure by both the Israeli-US and Iranian sides are having a direct impact on energy prices and availability.
Central Retail combines 3 food companies
Business, Published on 21/03/2026
» Central Retail Corporation Plc (CRC) has integrated its retail and wholesale businesses across Thailand and Vietnam, appointing Stephane Coum as chief executive to oversee the entire food business portfolio.
Russian flair
Life, James Keller, Published on 21/03/2026
» In honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya and in tribute to her distinguished genius in arts and culture, the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Russian embassy and the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO) Foundation, supported by B.Grimm, recently presented a spectacular concert titled Russian Seasons at the Thailand Cultural Centre (TCC).
Action star Chuck Norris dies at 86
AFP, Published on 20/03/2026
» LOS ANGELES - Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood action star most famous for his role in “Walker, Texas Ranger”, has died, his family said on Friday. He was 86.
Savills announces acquisition of Eastdil Secured LLC
Published on 20/03/2026
» Savills, one of the world’s leading real estate advisory firms, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Eastdil Secured, a global leader in real estate investment banking, in a landmark transaction valued at US$1.11 billion.
Fire destroys 8 fishing boats in Nakhon Si Thammarat, damage exceeds 10 million baht
Nujaree Rakrun, Published on 20/03/2026
» NAKHON SI THAMMARAT - A fierce fire tore through a cluster of fishing boats moored in Khanom canal in the early hours of Friday, destroying at least eight vessels and causing damage estimated at more than 10 million baht.