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Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast Asia
Read more: Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast AsiaDr Anjani Sinha faltered at his confirmation hearing to become the US ambassador to Singapore, but he could still be a net positive to the relationship, says US politics expert Steven R Okun
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Cannabis activists demand parties clarify stance
Read more: Cannabis activists demand parties clarify stanceA network of medical staff, academics, and civil society groups has called on political parties to clarify their cannabis policies and positions during the election season.
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Academics sound alarm ahead of poll
Read more: Academics sound alarm ahead of pollA group calling itself Academics for Society are urging voters to impose an “electoral boycott” on political parties it says are hostile to Thailand’s long-term development, warning that the country is nearing a critical breaking point ahead of the Feb 8 general election.
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Bhumjaithai Party draws in more defectors
Read more: Bhumjaithai Party draws in more defectorsPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has welcomed politicians from Nakhon Ratchasima and Khon Kaen, including current and former Pheu Thai MPs, who have declared their intention to join his Bhumjaithai Party ahead of the next general election.
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Former red shirts sentenced to jail over 2010 protests
Read more: Former red shirts sentenced to jail over 2010 protestsThe Criminal Court on Tuesday sentenced 11 former red-shirt protesters to jail over their role in the 2010 anti-government demonstrations in Bangkok that culminated in an army crackdown that left scores of people dead.
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Pheu Thai leader promises 3 quality candidates for PM
Read more: Pheu Thai leader promises 3 quality candidates for PMPheu Thai will nominate three quality candidates for the prime ministership at the promised general election next year, party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Tuesday.
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Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast Asia
Read more: Commentary: Tariffs, an ambassador’s hearing and a diplomat’s visit – what whirlwind of US activity means for Southeast AsiaDr Anjani Sinha faltered at his confirmation hearing to become the US ambassador to Singapore, but he could still be a net positive to the relationship, says US politics expert Steven R Okun
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DES targets e-commerce monopolies
Read more: DES targets e-commerce monopoliesNew Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Chaichanok Chidchob is to address the alleged monopolisation of the online delivery business by some foreign e-commerce platforms, with the aim of benefiting consumers.
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People’s Party MP faces B100m defamation lawsuit
Read more: People’s Party MP faces B100m defamation lawsuitA lawyer representing foreign businessman Benjamin Mauerberger, also known as Ben Smith, has filed a 100-million-baht defamation lawsuit against People’s Party (PP) MP Rangsiman Rome.
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Bangkok hotels packed thanks to Blackpink concerts
Read more: Bangkok hotels packed thanks to Blackpink concertsBlackpink’s upcoming “Deadline” concerts in Bangkok are expected to drive full occupancy at hotels near Rajamangala National Stadium, in line with Thailand’s growing “gig tripping” trend, where up to 40% of the crowds attending music events can consist of foreign attendees.