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Democrat Party at a crossroads
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 13/09/2025
» The Democrat Party, Thailand’s oldest political party, is undergoing a major leadership transition following the resignation of party leader Chalermchai Sri-on, who cited health concerns as his reason for stepping down.
Former spokesman defends Thaksin’s eligibility for parole
Published on 13/09/2025
» A former Pheu Thai Party spokesman has defended former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s eligibility for parole, saying the matter rests solely with the Department of Corrections and should not be politicised.
China bets big on Thai industrial cluster with $8.4 billion investment
South China Morning Post, Published on 13/09/2025
» China has become the leading source of foreign investment in a growing, state-fostered Thai industrial cluster, backed by commitments to help build a light-rail line, design an "aerotropolis" and possibly develop property in the area, an official from the Southeast Asian country said.
Things can still get worse
Published on 13/09/2025
» Pheu Thai's populist policies used to be a winning formula but the digital wallet, 20-baht flat fare schemes could return to haunt it v Some observers feel Thaksin going to jail could inspire a reversal of fortunes for the beleaguered former ruling party.
Shares advance as more US rate cuts expected
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/09/2025
» RECAP: Asian share markets followed Wall Street higher on Friday as expectations for as many as three US interest rate cuts by year-end promised to lower borrowing costs globally, a relief to stressed bond markets and a drag on the dollar.
Patama wants Thailand on top
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 13/09/2025
» Top sports officials are confident Thailand can become the SEA Games overall medal champions as the Kingdom prepares to host the 33rd edition of the biennial tournament in December.
Flight-tracking platform sees traffic soar
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 13/09/2025
» The popular global flight-tracking platform Flightradar24 experienced a sudden surge among Thai viewers earlier this month, fuelled by interest from people eager to track the flight movements of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra during his private jet flight to Dubai on Sept 4 and eventual return to Thailand on Sept 8.
Media urged to provide clarity on Chinese issues
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 13/09/2025
» Newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Thailand Zhang Jianwei has called for closer cooperation between the Chinese embassy and Thai media to foster mutual understanding and strengthen bilateral ties.
IOC chief thanks Thailand for hosting Sumo World Championship
Post Reporters, Published on 13/09/2025
» International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry has expressed gratitude to Thailand for hosting the 2025 Sumo World Championship and praised the efforts to bring the traditional Japanese sport onto the global stage.
Zoo death a stark warning
News, Editorial, Published on 13/09/2025
» The gruesome death of a zookeeper mauled by lions should not be dismissed as a rare fatal accident. What happened on Wednesday morning at Safari World -- a well-known commercial zoo in Bangkok -- serves as a stark warning at a time when lions are becoming increasingly popular pets in Thailand.