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Italian PM Meloni seeks EU tariff deal from Trump
AFP, Published on 17/04/2025
» WASHINGTON - Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was preparing to meet Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, hoping a personal charm offensive can help convince the US president to cut the European Union a better deal on tariffs.
Thai PM backs Asean united front on tariffs
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 17/04/2025
» Thailand is ready to support Asean’s collective approach in negotiating with the United States over its reciprocal tariffs on imports from countries in the region, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Thursday.
Wealthy Chinese still keen on Thai property
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 17/04/2025
» Wealthy Chinese buyers have shifted from the United States to Thailand for overseas homes, with Thailand rising from seventh to first place last year, though safety remains a concern.
Students Invited to Join Blood Donation Tech Contest
Published on 17/04/2025
» Suntory Beverage & Food (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the leader of health enrichment products under BRAND’S trademark in Thailand and Asia, in collaboration with the National Blood Centre, Thai Red Cross Society, is organising the "BRAND’S Young Blood...Give Blood Give Lives 2025: Tech for Life Contest" to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the "BRAND'S Young Blood" project. This initiative invites university students nationwide to submit creative ideas for digital media initiatives aimed at promoting blood donation awareness. Participants will compete for educational scholarships totaling 100,000 baht, a Royal Plaque from Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, and a one-year supply of BRAND'S Chicken Essence products. Applications are open from April 9 to May 20, 2025, with ongoing blood donation campaigns throughout the year.
JGAB 2025 to Shine in Bangkok Debut
Published on 17/04/2025
» The gem and jewellery industry in ASEAN continues to experience steady growth, with Thailand playing a pivotal role as one of the region’s key trading and manufacturing hubs. This year, Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok (JGAB) 2025 is set to unlock new global business opportunities. As one of the region’s most prominent trade exhibitions, the event will be held from 23 to 26 April 2025 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok. JGAB 2025 will serve as a premier platform connecting manufacturers, designers, buyers, and jewellery professionals from around the world.
Gold hits fresh record as trade war, Powell fire up haven demand
Bloomberg, Published on 17/04/2025
» Gold hit another all-time high as warnings from Federal Reserve Chief Jerome Powell about the impact of the trade war fuelled volatility on Wall Street, leading to sharp declines in stocks and the dollar.
US tariffs sparked rush to get bitcoin mining gear out of Asia
Bloomberg News, Published on 17/04/2025
» KUALA LUMPUR — For about a week, Bitcoin mining firms in Southeast Asia faced an all-consuming deadline: midnight, April 9.
Unease grows over Trump tariffs despite 'progress' in Japan trade talks
AFP, Published on 17/04/2025
» TOKYO - Uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariff blitz mounted Thursday after the Fed chief warned of rising prices and "volatility" while "progress" flagged by the US president in talks with Japan lifted markets slightly.
Trump says ‘big progress’ made in Japan talks on tariff deal
Bloomberg, Published on 17/04/2025
» President Donald Trump said negotiators made “big progress” in a meeting with Japanese officials seeking a deal to avoid higher levies he has threatened against US trading partners.
‘CHUANG Asia Season 2’ Announces the 7 Winners!
Published on 17/04/2025
» CHUANG Asia Season 2, The mega-project international idol survival and one of WeTV’s flagship content series, has reached its thrilling conclusion. After months of fierce competition, the show has officially announced its final 7 trainees who will debut as the new boy group band “NexT1DE” (Next-Tide) are No.1 DORN with 4,579,164 votes, No.2 THI-O with 4,281,436 votes, No.3 HU YETAO with 3,692,691 votes, No.4 SHEN with 2,484,722 votes, No.5 OMAR with 1,943,494 votes, No.6 XIONG with 1,793,535 votes, and No.7 YAO ZIHAO with 1,668,350 votes. The GRAND DEBUT NIGHT was an overwhelming success, WeTV Thailand app recorded over 700,000 users, and more than 144 million votes were cast through the WeTV application throughout the entire season. Additionally, the hashtag for CHUANG Asia Season 2 trended at #1 in Thailand, maintaining its position in the Top Trending list for 24 hours straight.