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Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crown
Read more: Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crownIt’s been a long week for the world’s largest chipmaker. But it’s still selling the shovels during an AI gold rush, says Catherine Thorbecke for Bloomberg Opinion.
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What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?
Read more: What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?A pirate flag from the Japanese anime series One Piece has ignited controversy across Indonesia, with its symbolism of public discontent towards those in power drawing a strong government response.
Thailand
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Pheu Thai kindles ‘sparks of hope’
Read more: Pheu Thai kindles ‘sparks of hope’The Pheu Thai Party has unveiled its three prime ministerial candidates, with Yodchanan Wongsawat — widely known as “Ajarn Chain” — named as the party’s top choice and first in line to assume the premiership should Pheu Thai win the upcoming general election.
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Democrats rule out early talks
Read more: Democrats rule out early talksDemocrat Party leader and prime ministerial candidate Abhisit Vejjajiva said the party’s political stance after the Feb 8 election would depend entirely on the results.
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PTT ready to walk away from EV venture
Read more: PTT ready to walk away from EV ventureThe Thai oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc is considering offloading its stake in an electric vehicle (EV) joint venture as it seeks to improve cash flow and brace for a sluggish Thai and global economy next year.
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40-baht day pass for two Bangkok rail lines imminent
Read more: 40-baht day pass for two Bangkok rail lines imminentThe Ministry of Transport will seek cabinet approval next week for a 40-baht flat-rate daily pass for the Purple and Red electric train lines.
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Food and whine: Jay Fai in hot water again
Read more: Food and whine: Jay Fai in hot water againThe Michelin-starred Bangkok restaurant Raan Jay Fai has defended its policies in the face of another social-media flap, this time alleging discrimination against Thais.
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Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crown
Read more: Commentary: Espionage and tariffs can’t tarnish TSMC’s crownIt’s been a long week for the world’s largest chipmaker. But it’s still selling the shovels during an AI gold rush, says Catherine Thorbecke for Bloomberg Opinion.
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What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?
Read more: What’s the flap in Indonesia over pirate protest flag against Prabowo government?A pirate flag from the Japanese anime series One Piece has ignited controversy across Indonesia, with its symbolism of public discontent towards those in power drawing a strong government response.
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Another Thai found tortured to death in Poipet scam centre
Read more: Another Thai found tortured to death in Poipet scam centreA Thai man has been found tortured to death in Poipet, the latest victim of cross-border scam gangs operating in Cambodia, according to the IMF Centre Coordinating Assistance (IMF) to Thais Abroad.
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Supreme Court orders B17bn tax on Thaksin
Read more: Supreme Court orders B17bn tax on ThaksinThe Supreme Court on Monday ruled against Thaksin Shinawatra in a long-running tax dispute, ordering him to pay 17.6 billion baht in personal income tax, fines and fees arising from the sale of Shin Corporation shares in 2006.
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Thailand reaffirms Cambodian violations, reserves right to respond
Read more: Thailand reaffirms Cambodian violations, reserves right to respondThailand reaffirms Cambodia’s violation of their joint declaration, while insisting on its desire to remain at peace but reserving the right to retaliate if provoked, government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat said on Monday.