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Chinese men believed seeking Thai wives to have surrogate sons
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 25/12/2023
» Police are investigating a possible new illegal surrogacy movement involving Chinese men marrying Thai women, after a woman complained she was abandoned when her fiance learned the child she was carrying by him was a girl, not the son he wanted.
SET poised for upbeat finish
Bualuang Securities, Published on 25/12/2023
» The Thai stock market was quite volatile in early December, bucking the regional trend and hitting a three-year low at 1,355 points. The rapid drop led some investors to give up hope for a revival before the end of the year.
Talks with EU on free trade pact to start next month
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 25/12/2023
» Thailand is scheduled to host a second round of talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) at the end of January, with an aim of finalising a pact within two years.
Ministry urges help for homebuyers
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 25/12/2023
» Policymakers in the Finance Ministry recommend the government implement measures to improve the property sector, helping to stimulate the economy next year, says a ministry source who requested anonymity.
Second-hand home market posts gains
Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 25/12/2023
» Rising housing prices and interest rates coupled with reduced purchasing power are expected to drive demand for second-hand homes in preferred locations at more affordable prices, according to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC).
A vintage year for Thai cinema?
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 25/12/2023
» There were cheers of jubilation and gasps of disbelief as Thai cinema found itself awash with excitement in 2023. This has been the most successful year for mainstream Thai movies in a decade, a box-office triumph far exceeding all expectations. To many, the 2023 coup de theatre calls for celebration. "We are back!" cried optimistic pundits. But also: "Really? Is it just a one-time cinema party and can we keep the ball rolling?"