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Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidays
Read more: Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidaysIt comes as authorities ramped up security measures for major holiday events, including the Taipei Marathon and year-end festive celebrations.
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Thai-Cambodia conflict: Anwar urges both countries to seek peace during special Dec 22 ASEAN talks
Read more: Thai-Cambodia conflict: Anwar urges both countries to seek peace during special Dec 22 ASEAN talksThe meeting, which will be chaired by Malaysia, will provide an opportunity for both sides to directly negotiate and resolve their differences peacefully, Anwar said.
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What hurdles lie ahead for any US-China TikTok deal?
Read more: What hurdles lie ahead for any US-China TikTok deal?Any agreement could require approval by the Republican-controlled Congress, which passed a law in 2024 requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok or face a ban in the US.
Thailand
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China agrees to foster closer ties across multiple sectors
Read more: China agrees to foster closer ties across multiple sectorsThailand and China have agreed to expand high-level exchanges and deepen cooperation across multiple sectors, as both sides moved to elevate their longstanding partnership during talks in Bangkok.
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Birth registration fraud ring busted in Korat
Read more: Birth registration fraud ring busted in KoratNAKHON RATCHASIMA – A municipal mayor has uncovered a birth registration fraud scheme in which at least 27 “grey Chinese” were falsely registered as being born in Thailand, allegedly in exchange for bribes paid to a local official.
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Gold prices plunge in Thailand
Read more: Gold prices plunge in ThailandGold prices in Thailand dropped sharply on Monday, falling by 3,850 baht from the previous close, according to the latest update from the Gold Traders Association.
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Klatham ‘waiting in the wings’
Read more: Klatham ‘waiting in the wings’In Thailand’s fluid and transactional political landscape, the emergence of the Klatham Party as a “waiting wing” opposition reflects a calibrated strategy.
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AI race spurs digital self-reliance push
Read more: AI race spurs digital self-reliance pushThe issue of sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic priority for governments and enterprises worldwide, as countries seek greater control over critical digital infrastructure, data and computing capabilities.
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Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidays
Read more: Taiwan police rule out ‘terrorism’ in metro stabbing as security stepped up islandwide ahead of holidaysIt comes as authorities ramped up security measures for major holiday events, including the Taipei Marathon and year-end festive celebrations.
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Thai-Cambodia conflict: Anwar urges both countries to seek peace during special Dec 22 ASEAN talks
Read more: Thai-Cambodia conflict: Anwar urges both countries to seek peace during special Dec 22 ASEAN talksThe meeting, which will be chaired by Malaysia, will provide an opportunity for both sides to directly negotiate and resolve their differences peacefully, Anwar said.
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Poll: Doubts over oil reserves, Songkran travel at risk
Read more: Poll: Doubts over oil reserves, Songkran travel at riskA sizeable share of Thais lack confidence that the country’s oil reserves will last the promised 98 days or that the government can secure additional supplies, and some will cancel Songkran travel plans if the crunch persists, according to a survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida).
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Fake building permit racket uncovered on Koh Samui
Read more: Fake building permit racket uncovered on Koh SamuiSURAT THANI – Authorities on Koh Samui are widening an investigation into construction permit forgery involving a least 10 projects and potentially involving both municipal staff and outsiders.
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Pheu Thai settles cabinet picks
Read more: Pheu Thai settles cabinet picksPheu Thai has settled its cabinet nominees, completing all eight allocated posts as government formation moves closer to completion.