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Commentary: At 100, Dr Mahathir shows that legacy is never static
Read more: Commentary: At 100, Dr Mahathir shows that legacy is never staticThere is a profound, almost paradoxical, power in former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad issuing warnings about the trajectory of Western democracy, says Southeast Asian politics expert Sophie Lemiere.
Thailand
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More ‘grey money’ channels targeted
Read more: More ‘grey money’ channels targetedThe Bank of Thailand has expanded its role to cover “grey money” inspections as part of efforts to address structural problems in the country’s economy and financial sector.
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Thai influencer goes offline after ‘low-class men’ backlash
Read more: Thai influencer goes offline after ‘low-class men’ backlashThai influencer and life coach Gina “Wonder JN” has shut down her Facebook and TikTok accounts following intense backlash over comments criticising men who follow women showing off their bodies on Instagram.
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The next wave: four trends every manager in Thailand must master
Read more: The next wave: four trends every manager in Thailand must masterThe business tide across Southeast Asia is shifting with unprecedented speed, and Thailand sits right at the centre. Success is no longer about keeping pace. It is about spotting the next wave before it breaks and leading teams to ride it with confidence.
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PM embarks on toughest mission of all
Read more: PM embarks on toughest mission of allPattani: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has expressed confidence that peace talks in the southern border provinces will gain real momentum following the appointment of Gen Somsak Rungsita as head of the government’s southern peace dialogue panel.
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FM goes to Malaysia for Cambodia talks
Read more: FM goes to Malaysia for Cambodia talksPattani: Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow will travel to Malaysia on Sunday for a mediated ministerial-level discussion about reducing tensions with Cambodia, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says.
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Commentary: At 100, Dr Mahathir shows that legacy is never static
Read more: Commentary: At 100, Dr Mahathir shows that legacy is never staticThere is a profound, almost paradoxical, power in former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad issuing warnings about the trajectory of Western democracy, says Southeast Asian politics expert Sophie Lemiere.
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People’s Party push for reform
Read more: People’s Party push for reformAfter losing ground on Section 112, also known as the lese majeste law, the opposition People’s Party (PP) is seeking to reinforce its reformist credentials by focusing on charter change, while critics raise their eyebrows at Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s ‘comeback’ speech as they wait for her replacement to be unveiled.
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Thai trademark watchdog sharpens its teeth
Read more: Thai trademark watchdog sharpens its teethThe Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) has intensified its efforts to protect Thai brands from being opportunistically registered by foreign entities through its Trademark Monitor initiative.
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Regional markets dip on valuation concerns
Read more: Regional markets dip on valuation concernsRECAP: Asian equities declined on Friday after a rally in US stocks stalled amid concern that valuations have become stretched, especially for technology companies, following a relentless surge.
