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Thailand wants its hot springs to rival Japanese onsens, but can the new tourism plan work?
Read more: Thailand wants its hot springs to rival Japanese onsens, but can the new tourism plan work?The Thai government is pushing a nationwide policy to position the kingdom as a top-tier wellness destination, with a hefty budget and multi-year strategy to develop infrastructure.
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Commentary: China’s Yellow Sea moves put South Korea’s new president in a tight spot
Read more: Commentary: China’s Yellow Sea moves put South Korea’s new president in a tight spotChina’s moves in the Yellow Sea parallel its behaviour in the South China Sea, says Pusan National University’s Robert Kelly.
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Smog to persist for a week: PCD
Read more: Smog to persist for a week: PCDToxic haze continued to blanket Bangkok and large parts of the country, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) exceeding safe limits in 45 provinces nationwide, authorities said, warning that unhealthy air conditions could persist until Jan 23.
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Heads roll after Chinese detainee releases
Read more: Heads roll after Chinese detainee releasesOne police officer has been dismissed and four others face criminal and disciplinary action for their alleged involvement in corruption linked to the unlawful release of Chinese detainees, the Royal Thai Police said on Friday.
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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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Charter models strike contrast
Read more: Charter models strike contrastAs parliament prepares for a special joint session on Oct 14–15 to debate three proposed constitutional amendment bills, political analysts say the model proposed by the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) appears to have the best chance of gaining approval.
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Thailand wants its hot springs to rival Japanese onsens, but can the new tourism plan work?
Read more: Thailand wants its hot springs to rival Japanese onsens, but can the new tourism plan work?The Thai government is pushing a nationwide policy to position the kingdom as a top-tier wellness destination, with a hefty budget and multi-year strategy to develop infrastructure.
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Commentary: China’s Yellow Sea moves put South Korea’s new president in a tight spot
Read more: Commentary: China’s Yellow Sea moves put South Korea’s new president in a tight spotChina’s moves in the Yellow Sea parallel its behaviour in the South China Sea, says Pusan National University’s Robert Kelly.
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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.
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Thai exporters urged to focus on US
Read more: Thai exporters urged to focus on USAs new US tariffs are placed on imported lumber furniture, Deesawat Industries Co, a Thai wooden furniture manufacturer, is urging Thai companies not to abandon the US market, but rather enhance their presence there.