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Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli quits as deadly anti-corruption protests spiral
Read more: Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli quits as deadly anti-corruption protests spiralProtests against a social media ban in Nepal turned deadly on Monday (Sep 8) after at least 19 people were killed during clashes between the police and demonstrators.
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Commentary: As South Korean artistes clinch prestigious US awards, what’s next for Hallyu?
Read more: Commentary: As South Korean artistes clinch prestigious US awards, what’s next for Hallyu?For those only paying attention to Western entertainment, the grass seems to be getting more Korean – but this change hasn’t been one-way, says CNA TODAY’s Melissa Lee.
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Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast Asia
Read more: Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast AsiaDr Anjani Sinha faltered at his confirmation hearing to become the US ambassador to Singapore, but he could still be a net positive to the relationship, says US politics expert Steven R Okun
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GH Bank rolls out B4bn mortgage scheme for elderly
Read more: GH Bank rolls out B4bn mortgage scheme for elderlyGovernment Housing (GH) Bank is moving forward with its housing loan programme for senior citizens, covering both elderly people who wish to buy a home and those who wish to sell their own homes, with total lending of 4 billion baht.
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Minister warns of rising price pressure
Read more: Minister warns of rising price pressureCommerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has acknowledged consumer goods are likely to become more expensive as production costs increase, despite government measures to ease the burden on households.
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Council sees tourism as key driver of GDP
Read more: Council sees tourism as key driver of GDPThe Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) expects the tourism industry to be a major driver of GDP growth this year as flights and arrivals continue to rebound, though rising untaxed online travel agents and illegal foreign operators continue to limit the full benefits of the rebound.
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NCB frets over potential uptick in informal debt
Read more: NCB frets over potential uptick in informal debtThe National Credit Bureau (NCB) has expressed concern about a potential rise in informal debt amid subdued loan growth in the banking sector and an easing household debt-to-GDP ratio.
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Economy has ‘left ICU’, says finance chief
Read more: Economy has ‘left ICU’, says finance chiefThailand’s economy has now “left the intensive care unit [ICU]”, reflected in fourth-quarter growth of 2.5%, which surpassed the earlier projection of 1.8% and lifted full-year 2025 growth to 2.4%, above the 2% forecast, said caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
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Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli quits as deadly anti-corruption protests spiral
Read more: Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli quits as deadly anti-corruption protests spiralProtests against a social media ban in Nepal turned deadly on Monday (Sep 8) after at least 19 people were killed during clashes between the police and demonstrators.
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Bhumjaithai bags 2 more minnows to boost govt numbers
Read more: Bhumjaithai bags 2 more minnows to boost govt numbersThe Bhumjaithai Party’s campaign to woo small parties to its side continued on Monday with the addition of two more small parties to the new government coalition.
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PM Anutin’s party to handle security and economic affairs
Read more: PM Anutin’s party to handle security and economic affairsCaretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said that in his next government, his Bhumjaithai Party will take responsibility for security and economic affairs.
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Public must gain from coalition: PT
Read more: Public must gain from coalition: PTPhumtham Wechayachai, a senior figure in the Pheu Thai Party, said the party’s decision to join forces with the Bhumjaithai Party in forming the next government was made with the interests of the people in mind, rather than for the sake of party prestige.