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US government ponders taking stake in Intel
Published on 19/08/2025
» WASHINGTON - Any US government investment in Intel Corp would be aimed at helping the troubled chipmaker stabilise, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday.
Trump: US could offer air support for Ukraine security
AFP, Published on 19/08/2025
» WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that US air support and European ground troops could be part of security guarantees for Ukraine, warning of a “rough” situation if talks between Moscow and Kyiv fail.
Thailand hosts ASEAN vaccine security, workforce dialogue
Published on 19/08/2025
» Bangkok, August 19, 2025 — Thailand, through the National Vaccine Institute (NVI) in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, the ASEAN Secretariat, and international partners, hosted the ASEAN Vaccine Security and Self-Reliance (AVSSR) meeting to advance the region’s strategy for vaccine security and self-reliance. The objective was to translate ASEAN’s vaccine strategy into concrete outcomes and promote sustainable regional cooperation. The meeting also reviewed progress under the ASEAN Vaccine Security and Self-Reliance Strategic Plan (2021–2025).
UNDP, Generali launch challenge to boost MSME resilience
Published on 19/08/2025
» Generali and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have announced an Insurance Innovation Challenge to strengthen the resilience of Thailand’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). MSMEs contribute over 35% of the country’s GDP and employ more than 70% of its workforce but are under increasing strain from global risks and market volatility.
Israel says truce must include release of all hostages
AFP, Published on 19/08/2025
» JERUSALEM - A senior Israeli official on Tuesday said the government stood firm on its call for the release of all hostages in any future Gaza deal, after Hamas accepted a new truce proposal.
Asean military team visits border
Post Reporters, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand has dismissed Cambodia’s objection to the visit of an team of Asean military observers to Chong Arn Ma in Ubon Ratchathani province, reaffirming that the area lies within Thai territory and that the trip was legitimate.
Pheu Thai shoots down Prayut rumour
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 19/08/2025
» The governing Pheu Thai Party has dismissed speculation it is preparing to nominate Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, a coup leader and former prime minister, as a candidate for premier in the next election.
Hospitals probed for fake health certificates
Post Reporters, Published on 19/08/2025
» Some private hospitals in Thailand have been accused of issuing fake health certificates to migrant workers, according to Deputy Public Health Minister Chaichana Dechdecho.
Minister inspects HIV temple after abbot’s exit
Online Reporters, Published on 19/08/2025
» Prime Minister’s Office Minister Suchart Tancharoen on Tuesday visited Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu in Lop Buri to gather facts after its abbot resigned, paving the way for an investigation into the management of six foundations linked to the temple renowned for its care of HIV/Aids patients.
Thailand offers free domestic flights for 200,000 foreign arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2025
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to offer free domestic flight tickets to 200,000 foreign arrivals to boost tourism nationwide over a three-month period.