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PM Paetongtarn presses investment agenda at Davos
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 24/01/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been highlighting Thailand’s willingness to welcome foreign investment in the digital economy, agriculture, soft power and sustainable industries at the World Economic Forum (WEF) this week in Davos, Switzerland.
More charges laid in iCon Group scandal
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 24/01/2025
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has filed additional charges of conspiring to launder money against the founder and CEO of The iCon Group, Warathaphon “Boss Paul” Waratyaworrakul, politician Samart Janechaijittawanich and his mother Wilawan Phutthasamrit.
Britons busted with ganja and laughing gas in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 24/01/2025
» PHUKET: Six British nationals have been arrested with six kilogrammes of cannabis buds and 39 small tanks of nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, during a police raid on a house in Muang district of this island province.
Thai utility needs orders to cut power supply to Myanmar
Online Reporters, Published on 24/01/2025
» The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) says it stands ready to work with security authorities to stop supplying power from Thailand to border towns in Myanmar in order to cripple the operations of scammers in the neighbouring country.
Chinese gambling kingpin ‘abused in Thai jail’
By Poppy McPherson and Panu Wongcha-um, Reuters, Published on 24/01/2025
» A jailed gambling tycoon fighting extradition to China received “inhumane treatment” in a Thai prison after saying he was a Chinese spy, his lawyers have told Interpol, saying they fear for his life.
Transforming Diabetes Care: Thai-Danish Collaboration Leads the Way
Published on 24/01/2025
» The Danish Embassy in Thailand, under the leadership of H.E. Mr. Danny Annan, Ambassador of Denmark to Thailand and Cambodia, hosted a pivotal session that marked a significant milestone in international healthcare collaboration. The event, following a visit by a Thai health delegation to Denmark from November 19-21, 2024, brought together key stakeholders to explore innovative strategies for diabetes management and public health transformation with eleven Thai government officials embarked on this journey with a clear mission: to explore cutting-edge diabetes management strategies, innovative health reimbursement models, and the potential of public-private partnerships in healthcare.
Thailand and China to set up anti-scam centre
Reuters and Post Reporters, Published on 24/01/2025
» Thailand and China will work together to combat fast-growing networks of illegal call centres along the Thai border with Myanmar and Cambodia, often staffed by trafficked workers, that aim to defraud people in phone and online scams.
#heyintrovert Campaign Wins Silver at MAT Award 2024
Published on 24/01/2025
» heygoody.com, a digital insurance brokerage platform operated by Ngern Tid Lor Public Company Limited (TIDLOR), continues its success by securing the Silver Award in the Brand Experience & Communication category for its #heyintrovert advertising campaign. This innovative campaign demonstrates the brand’s commitment to creating value and enhancing the customer experience, earning recognition at the prestigious Marketing Award of Thailand (MAT Award) 2024, organized by the Marketing Association of Thailand.
ASEAN’s Largest Balloon Festival: Singha Park Chiang Rai International Balloon Fiesta 2025
Published on 24/01/2025
» Chiang Rai’s serene skies are about to come alive as Singha Park hosts the International Balloon Fiesta 2025, the largest of its kind in ASEAN. From 13-17 February 2025, this annual spectacle promises a kaleidoscope of colours, captivating cultural performances, and unforgettable experiences for couples, families, and adventure seekers alike.
PM orders week of free public transport to combat PM2.5
Online Reporters, Published on 24/01/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has ordered free public transport in Bangkok for one week, starting Saturday, in response to worsening air pollution as dust levels have surged across all districts of the capital.