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Xi’s Global Governance Initiative signals China’s boldest bid yet to reshape world order
Read more: Xi’s Global Governance Initiative signals China’s boldest bid yet to reshape world orderWhile Chinese President Xi Jinping’s sweeping vision for global governance reform may resonate with states seeking alternatives to a Western-dominated order, questions remain over how far Beijing can go in turning rhetoric into reality.
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Commentary: Kim the Fourth? At 12, Kim Jong Un’s daughter may be North Korea’s heir
Read more: Commentary: Kim the Fourth? At 12, Kim Jong Un’s daughter may be North Korea’s heirThe presence of Kim Jong Un’s daughter at a massive military parade in Beijing last week suggests a deliberate effort to raise her public profile, says Pusan National University’s Robert Kelly.
Thailand
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Reduced hours at petrol stations ‘may not be needed’
Read more: Reduced hours at petrol stations ‘may not be needed’The operating hours of petrol stations in Thailand might not have to be reduced on Monday as planned earlier, if fuel supplies remain adequate, according to Energy Minister Akanat Promphan.
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PM monitors Middle East tensions, pledges Khon La Khrueng rollout
Read more: PM monitors Middle East tensions, pledges Khon La Khrueng rolloutPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reiterated on Wednesday that the government is closely monitoring the tense situation in the Middle East while stressing the need for prudent energy management to ensure stability, despite Thailand facing no immediate fuel shortages.
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People’s Party to sue EC over ballot barcodes
Read more: People’s Party to sue EC over ballot barcodesThe People’s Party is preparing to take the Election Commission (EC) to court over its use of ballot barcodes that could violate the principle of secret voting, be used to intimidate voters and pose a harmful risk of data leaks.
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People’s Party reaffirms opposition role
Read more: People’s Party reaffirms opposition roleThe People’s Party has reaffirmed its role as leader of the opposition and ruled out joining the government, according to party spokesman Parit Wacharasindhu.
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Thai Tobacco Authority targets B1.2bn export revenue in 2026
Read more: Thai Tobacco Authority targets B1.2bn export revenue in 2026The Tobacco Authority of Thailand looks set to boost exports this year, aiming to raise cigarette shipment revenue to 1.2 billion baht, up from 800 million baht in 2025.
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Xi’s Global Governance Initiative signals China’s boldest bid yet to reshape world order
Read more: Xi’s Global Governance Initiative signals China’s boldest bid yet to reshape world orderWhile Chinese President Xi Jinping’s sweeping vision for global governance reform may resonate with states seeking alternatives to a Western-dominated order, questions remain over how far Beijing can go in turning rhetoric into reality.
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Commentary: Kim the Fourth? At 12, Kim Jong Un’s daughter may be North Korea’s heir
Read more: Commentary: Kim the Fourth? At 12, Kim Jong Un’s daughter may be North Korea’s heirThe presence of Kim Jong Un’s daughter at a massive military parade in Beijing last week suggests a deliberate effort to raise her public profile, says Pusan National University’s Robert Kelly.
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Pheu Thai to meet Bhumjaithai for coalition talks Friday afternoon
Read more: Pheu Thai to meet Bhumjaithai for coalition talks Friday afternoonThe election‑winning Bhumjaithai Party has formally invited Pheu Thai to join government‑formation talks, with leaders of both parties set to meet on Friday afternoon, Pheu Thai secretary‑general Prasert Jantararuangtong said.
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Pheu Thai backs Bhumjaithai to lead coalition government
Read more: Pheu Thai backs Bhumjaithai to lead coalition governmentThe Pheu Thai Party has formally pledged support for the Bhumjaithai Party to take the lead in forming a new government, with Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul saying both sides are ready to put past differences behind them and move forward together.
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‘Tokyogurl’, ‘Cheerio’ charged in SEA Games cheating case
Read more: ‘Tokyogurl’, ‘Cheerio’ charged in SEA Games cheating caseThe Crime Suppression Division has arrested a former national e‑sports athlete and her proxy player on computer‑crime charges stemming from a cheating scandal at the 33rd SEA Games, held in Bangkok last year.