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‘Unprecedented exodus’ of Cambodian workers from Thailand leaves both countries reeling
Read more: ‘Unprecedented exodus’ of Cambodian workers from Thailand leaves both countries reelingMultiple Thai sectors are now missing essential workers while Cambodians contend with an economy that will struggle to provide them employment.
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Commentary: Not everything is about China when it comes to engaging Trump’s America
Read more: Commentary: Not everything is about China when it comes to engaging Trump’s AmericaThe different treatment of South Korea and India underlines a troubling reality about how to win the US president’s favour, says Kevin Chen from S Rajaratnam School of International Studies.
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Why is Thai tourism stuttering and will its renewed focus on ‘quality over quantity’ work?
Read more: Why is Thai tourism stuttering and will its renewed focus on ‘quality over quantity’ work?Thailand is projected to miss its tourist arrival numbers for this year, but authorities are placing more value on “quality” tourists who spend more. It’s a strategy that could be challenging, experts say, given the global economy and the inability to win back the important Chinese market.
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Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?
Read more: Commentary: Why are Taiwan’s roads so deadly for pedestrians?Recent fatal accidents in Taiwan have triggered swift responses from officials. But without structural reform and clear accountability, its roads remain dangerous for pedestrians, says Dr Tsu-Jui Cheng, a professor at the National Cheng Kung University.
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People’s Party vows to mount strong defence
Read more: People’s Party vows to mount strong defenceTen People’s Party (PP) MPs vowed on Friday to fight a Supreme Court case to the fullest extent over allegations tied to a proposed amendment to Section 112 of the Criminal Code, the lese majeste law.
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Your horoscope for April 24-30
Read more: Your horoscope for April 24-30Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post’s famously accurate fortune teller. Let’s see how you will fare this week and beyond.
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Gold prices sag as Chinese New Year starts
Read more: Gold prices sag as Chinese New Year startsGold prices typically rise during Lunar New Year as demand for the precious metal strengthens during this auspicious season.
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People’s Party dissolution sought for ‘media company’ links
Read more: People’s Party dissolution sought for ‘media company’ linksSerial petitioner Srisuwan Janya has asked the Election Commission (EC) to seek the dissolution of the People’s Party over allegations that it was connected to Spectre C Co, a media company accused of running illegal information operations.
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More women allege molestation by Ang Thong undertaker
Read more: More women allege molestation by Ang Thong undertakerMore women have come forward with complaints about molestation by an undertaker who shaved their pubic hair during “superstitious” rites, while police are looking into a foetus graveyard at the Ang Thong temple where he operated.
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‘Unprecedented exodus’ of Cambodian workers from Thailand leaves both countries reeling
Read more: ‘Unprecedented exodus’ of Cambodian workers from Thailand leaves both countries reelingMultiple Thai sectors are now missing essential workers while Cambodians contend with an economy that will struggle to provide them employment.
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Commentary: Not everything is about China when it comes to engaging Trump’s America
Read more: Commentary: Not everything is about China when it comes to engaging Trump’s AmericaThe different treatment of South Korea and India underlines a troubling reality about how to win the US president’s favour, says Kevin Chen from S Rajaratnam School of International Studies.
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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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Thailand’s competitiveness problem is not about ideas. It’s about getting things done
Read more: Thailand’s competitiveness problem is not about ideas. It’s about getting things doneBy the time you finish your first coffee in Bangkok, you have probably already read about another plan, roadmap or announcement about how Thailand will grow faster, become more innovative or compete better in the global economy.