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Indonesia says 71 election workers died from exhaustion
Reuters, Published on 19/02/2024
» Seventy-one people have so far died from exhaustion following the world’s largest single-day election in Indonesia last week, according to the government.
PM warns Myanmar nationals over illegal entry
Bangkok Post and Reuters, Published on 19/02/2024
» Myanmar nationals who enter Thailand illegally will face legal action, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has warned.
Thai borrowers top global rankings for greatest fragility
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/02/2024
» Thailand ranks top in terms of fragile borrowers compared with other countries, and is seeking debt assistance measures from the Bank of Thailand.
Singapore to impose green fuel levy on flights from 2026
Reuters, Published on 19/02/2024
» SINGAPORE: Travellers will need to bear the cost of the transition towards green jet fuel, Singapore's transport minister said as he announced the city state's plans for a levy on flight ticket prices as the aviation industry seeks a viable funding model.
Home free, ex-PM tycoon Thaksin unlikely to retire quietly
Reuters, Published on 19/02/2024
» In his final months in self-imposed exile avoiding jail, Thailand's billionaire former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra declared his time as a fugitive was over and he was ready to face the music.
Exit From Red Lobster brings record loss to Thai Union
Bloomberg, Published on 19/02/2024
» Thai Union Group Plc, one of the world’s biggest seafood processors, posted a record quarterly loss after writing off investment in its Red Lobster restaurant unit.
Bank of Thailand, govt renew spat after weak Q4 growth
Reuters, Published on 19/02/2024
» Thailand's weak fourth-quarter economic data was in line with expectations, a central bank official said on Monday, as the economic growth missed analysts' forecasts.
Transport minister pushes for lower domestic air fares
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/02/2024
» Transport Minister Suriya Juangruangreangkit has instructed the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand to try and persuade airlines to lower domestic air fares, in response to travellers' complaints.
Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong opens
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/02/2024
» Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 brands, announced the opening of Moxy Bangkok Ratchaprasong, marking the brand’s debut in Thailand on Feb 18.
Centara Hotels & Resorts announces five upcoming properties
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 19/02/2024
» Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hospitality group, has announced the plan to add five properties to its diverse portfolio, expanding its footprint in Thailand and Vietnam.