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IN FOCUS: Oil giant Petronas’ existential challenge holds deep implications for Malaysia
Read more: IN FOCUS: Oil giant Petronas’ existential challenge holds deep implications for MalaysiaPetronas’ business model is under threat and its monopoly over Malaysia’s hydrocarbon reserves is being challenged by the Sarawak state government. This will have wide economic and political ramifications for the country, say observers.
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Commentary: The crisis of the Chinese family
Read more: Commentary: The crisis of the Chinese familyDespite ending the one-child policy, China’s traditional family structure is shrinking from economic pressures and cultural shifts, says economist Nancy Qian.
Thailand
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Prices frozen for necessary consumer products
Read more: Prices frozen for necessary consumer productsThe prices of some necessary consumer products will be frozen while those of other products will rise, according to Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun.
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War unlikely to dent Songkran revenue
Read more: War unlikely to dent Songkran revenueThe Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) remains confident about its projection of 6% revenue growth tallying 30 billion baht during the Songkran holiday this year, mainly driven by Asian markets.
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City as hard to fathom as ever
Read more: City as hard to fathom as everAs Thailand edges closer to the Feb 8 general election, Bangkok once again emerges as the country’s most unpredictable and symbolically important political battleground.
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Static outlook for digital TV channels
Read more: Static outlook for digital TV channelsThe National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is exploring options to help 15 digital TV channels survive after their licences expire in 2029.
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Thailand, Cambodia sign immediate ceasefire agreement
Read more: Thailand, Cambodia sign immediate ceasefire agreementThailand and Cambodia have again signed a ceasefire agreement in Chanthaburi province following Phnom Penh’s acceptance of previously agreed terms.
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IN FOCUS: Oil giant Petronas’ existential challenge holds deep implications for Malaysia
Read more: IN FOCUS: Oil giant Petronas’ existential challenge holds deep implications for MalaysiaPetronas’ business model is under threat and its monopoly over Malaysia’s hydrocarbon reserves is being challenged by the Sarawak state government. This will have wide economic and political ramifications for the country, say observers.
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Commentary: The crisis of the Chinese family
Read more: Commentary: The crisis of the Chinese familyDespite ending the one-child policy, China’s traditional family structure is shrinking from economic pressures and cultural shifts, says economist Nancy Qian.
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New Year’s eve to see some major roads close
Read more: New Year’s eve to see some major roads closeParts of several major roads in central Bangkok will be temporarily closed on Dec 31 and Jan 1 to facilitate the CentralWorld Bangkok Countdown 2026, as authorities roll out traffic and safety measures for New Year celebrations.
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Telecom woos creators
Read more: Telecom woos creatorsTelecom operators are stepping up efforts to capture future customers with the launch of hubs at Siam Square.
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Prawit prepares to retire from politics after withdrawing as PM candidate
Read more: Prawit prepares to retire from politics after withdrawing as PM candidatePalang Pracharath Party leader Prawit Wongsuwon has signalled his intention to step away from politics after withdrawing as the party’s prime ministerial candidate.