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Thailand Eyes Bold Reforms to Attract Global Investment
Published on 14/02/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has pledged comprehensive economic reforms to enhance Thailand’s competitiveness, boost investor confidence, and solidify the country’s position as a top destination for foreign investment. Speaking at the JFCCT Prime Minister Address Luncheon 2025, hosted by the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT), she outlined her administration’s vision for faster regulatory processes, a seamless digital economy, and sustainability-driven growth. Held at the Grand Ballroom, Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, the high-profile event brought together government officials, foreign investors, and key business leaders to discuss Thailand’s future as a regional economic hub.
Russian drone hits Chernobyl but no radiation detected
AFP, Published on 14/02/2025
» KYIV - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that a Russian drone had struck a cover built to contain radiation at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, adding that radiation levels were normal.
Sweden’s immigrants on edge after mass shooting
AFP, Published on 14/02/2025
» STOCKHOLM - The motive behind Sweden’s deadliest mass shooting may never be known but the fact that almost all of the victims had foreign backgrounds has sparked concern among the country’s immigrants.
WHO calls for cancer warning labels on alcoholic drinks
Published on 14/02/2025
» GENEVA - The World Health Organization released new findings on Friday about an “alarming” lack of awareness about alcohol’s link to cancer across Europe and called for clear and prominent tobacco-style warnings in the region with the world’s heaviest drinkers.
Thailand returning Chinese suspects linked to actor’s abduction
Published on 14/02/2025
» Thai authorities will send 10 Chinese nationals who were involved in the abduction of actor Wang Xing back to China, police said on Friday, amid a mounting crackdown on scam gangs that was triggered by the actor’s kidnapping.
Second charter amendment session collapses
Published on 14/02/2025
» A joint sitting of MPs and senators to examine charter amendment bills aimed at establishing a Constitutional Drafting Assembly (CDA) collapsed on Friday for a second consecutive day for lack of a quorum.
Phuket looks to woo Azerbaijanis
Published on 14/02/2025
» The governor of Phuket has welcomed the ambassador of Azerbaijan to the southern island to strengthen relations and promote tourism.
Dr Boon Vanasin indicted for fraud
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 14/02/2025
» Prosecutors have indicted Thonburi Healthcare Group founder Boon Vanasin and 16 others in a fraud case worth over 10 billion baht.
Trial of Spain's ex-football chief over forced kiss ends
AFP, Published on 14/02/2025
» SAN FERNANDO DE HENARES, Spain - The trial of Spain's former football chief Luis Rubiales over the forced kiss he gave star forward Jenni Hermoso wrapped up Friday, with a verdict expected in several weeks.
Outlook hazy for return of airport smoking rooms
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 14/02/2025
» An attempt by Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) to reinstall smoking rooms at international airports is hitting a roadblock as Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin has sent a clear signal that there is no rush to do so.