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PM hopes for nation of ‘bilingual kids’
Read more: PM hopes for nation of ‘bilingual kids’Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said he hoped Thai youth would grow up bilingual with global outlooks, as he presided over National Children’s Day celebrations at Government House.
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Pheu Thai unveils vision for a model Chiang Mai
Read more: Pheu Thai unveils vision for a model Chiang MaiPheu Thai has rolled out policies to transform Chiang Mai into a model city for inclusive growth, blending creative industries, cluster tourism, diversity and education reform.
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Ex-Democrat Suchatvee unveils new party with policy focus on education
Read more: Ex-Democrat Suchatvee unveils new party with policy focus on educationSuchatvee Suwansawat disclosed the policy of a new party, Thaikaomai, on Friday to use education as a key driver to woo voters when it contests a new general election next year.
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Myanmar refugees now eligible for work
Read more: Myanmar refugees now eligible for workMyanmar nationals residing in refugee camps can now register for a permit that will allow them to work legally in the country, the Ministry of Labour announced.
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BoT easing cycle to extend to 2026
Read more: BoT easing cycle to extend to 2026The Bank of Thailand is expected to continue its easing cycle for the rest of 2025 amid a slowing economy. It has maintained its growth forecasts at 2.3% for 2025 and 1.7% for 2026. Our 2025 forecast is in line with the central bank’s. However, recent political instability adds downside risks to growth.
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Bigger role seen for Ranong Port
Read more: Bigger role seen for Ranong PortThe Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) has inaugurated a multimodal transport project at Ranong Port, creating a freight transport route connecting China, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar and South Asian countries via the west coast of southern Thailand.
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Inquiry kicks off into call centre bribe offer claims
Read more: Inquiry kicks off into call centre bribe offer claimsPrime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed zero tolerance for corruption as Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Chaichanok Chidchob launches a probe into an alleged 40-million-baht monthly bribe linked to call centre scams.
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Bold plans take shape in Phuket
Read more: Bold plans take shape in PhuketPhuket authorities have launched a sweeping infrastructure blueprint aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving water security, and upgrading marine transport links to boost the island’s role as a regional hub.
