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Thailand's best export prospects are next door
Asia focus, Published on 01/06/2015
» Thai exports are heading for a second straight year of sluggish growth, and in fact contracted by 4% in the first four months of the year, according to the latest data. The well-known reasons are falling prices for commodities, the baht's strength compared to regional currencies, weak demand from developed economies, and the fact that Thailand's manufacturing sector is getting left out of supply chains for the newest technology products, such as smartphones.
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Spare a ride, mister?
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 01/06/2015
» Despite severe threats and opposition from the governing body and rivals, taxi booking and ride-sharing apps have become an increasingly popular mode of public transportation among the younger generation in Thailand.
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Leicester tries apology for Bangkok racism
Published on 01/06/2015
» LEICESTER, England - English Premier League club Leicester launched an investigation Sunday after a newspaper obtained a video that allegedly shows three of its players in an orgy with Thai women, one of whom was racially abused.
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Burundi govt open to postponing elections: spokesman
AFP, Published on 01/06/2015
» BUJUMBURA (BURUNDI) - The Burundian government said it was open to heeding a call by East African leaders Sunday to delay upcoming parliamentary and presidential polls by at least a month and a half amid violent protests sparked by President Pierre Nkurunziza's bid for a third term.
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Bernard kicks Bordeaux-Begles into Champions Cup
AFP, Published on 01/06/2015
» LONDON - Pierre Bernard's last-ditch drop-goal saw Bordeaux-Begles clinch the final place in next season's European Champions Cup as they beat English side Gloucester 23-22 in a play-off on Sunday.
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Lazio stun Napoli to clinch Champions League berth
AFP, Published on 01/06/2015
» MILAN - Late goals by Ogenyi Onazi and Miroslav Klose rubber-stamped Lazio's third-place finish in Serie A on Sunday after a thrilling 4-2 win at Napoli that secured a place in next season's Champions League playoffs.
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Beijing rejects US criticisms
AFP, Published on 01/06/2015
» SINGAPORE - China yesterday rejected US demands to stop intensifying reclamation works in the South China Sea, saying it was exercising its sovereignty and using the outposts to fulfil international responsibilities.
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US gives millions for Vietnam defence
Published on 01/06/2015
» HAIPHONG - US defence secretary Ash Carter pledged $18 million (606 million baht) yesterday to help Vietnam buy US patrol boats.
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Indonesia urges joint 'peace patrols'
Published on 01/06/2015
» SINGAPORE - Countries with competing territorial claims in the South China Sea - including China - should carry out joint "peace patrols" there to reduce the risk of conflict, Indonesia's defence minister said.
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Private buses face checks after complaints
News, Amornrat Mahitthirook, Published on 01/06/2015
» The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) will launch stringent checks on private buses following a series of complaints about their service.
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