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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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Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusing
Read more: Pundits upbeat on monetary-fiscal fusingThe Bank of Thailand’s rate cut this week, earlier than analysts expected, is a “positive surprise” sending a signal that monetary and fiscal policies should work more coherently from now on to prop up a subdued economy, note analysts.
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People’s Party files criminal complaint against EC
Read more: People’s Party files criminal complaint against ECThe People’s Party on Thursday filed a criminal complaint against the Election Commission (EC), alleging misconduct in its handling of the Feb 8 general election, including the use of “identifying marks” on ballot papers and dereliction of duty.
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Kalmaegi flattens ripe rice fields in Buri Ram
Read more: Kalmaegi flattens ripe rice fields in Buri RamBURI RAM – Farmers in many villages in Muang district are facing severe hardship from the impact of Storm Kalmaegi, which has brought heavy rainfall and strong winds that flattened rice fields just as crops reached full maturity.
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Central Plains flooded as Chao Phraya discharge rate raised
Read more: Central Plains flooded as Chao Phraya discharge rate raisedMany low-lying areas in the Central Plains are experiencing flooding triggered by increased water discharges from the Chao Phraya barrage, with parts of Ayutthaya province still inundated after three months, residents say.
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Govt moves to avert 2011-style flooding
Read more: Govt moves to avert 2011-style floodingThe government has assured the public there would be no repeat of the 2011 floods, citing coordinated water management and readiness for tropical storm Kalmaegi despite major reservoirs nearing capacity.
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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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Thailand declares 5-day New Year holiday to boost tourism, economy
Read more: Thailand declares 5-day New Year holiday to boost tourism, economyThailand’s cabinet has approved an extended five-day New Year holiday, adding Friday, Jan 2, 2026, as a special public holiday in a move aimed at stimulating domestic tourism and invigorating the national economy.
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Trafficked Thai ‘sex worker’, 12, now under Tokyo’s protection
Read more: Trafficked Thai ‘sex worker’, 12, now under Tokyo’s protectionThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) confirmed on Friday that a 12-year-old Thai girl, who was reportedly forced to work at a massage parlour in central Tokyo, is now under the protection of Japanese authorities. The case has sparked widespread concern and is currently under investigation to identify all the individuals involved.
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Thailand will not return Cambodian soldiers until conditions met
Read more: Thailand will not return Cambodian soldiers until conditions metThailand will not return 18 Cambodian soldiers captured during deadly border clashes until Phnom Penh meets agreed conditions, Defence Minister Gen Nattaphon Narkphanit said on Friday.