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New stimulus to turbocharge GDP
Read more: New stimulus to turbocharge GDPNew Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas says the government’s economic stimulus plan will enable GDP expansion of more than 1% in the fourth quarter, up from an earlier forecast of just 0.3%.
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Govt ‘should move to ease tensions’
Read more: Govt ‘should move to ease tensions’As the new government takes office at a time of renewed tension along the Cambodian border, international relations experts are urging coordinated policies, leadership-level engagement and a move away from confrontational measures.
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PP backs public criticism of ruling in cadet’s death
Read more: PP backs public criticism of ruling in cadet’s deathPublic criticism of the recent ruling by the 12th Military Circle Court in Prachin Buri regarding two suspects involved in the controversial death of young cadet Pakapong “Moei” Tanyakan has been growing.
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ASPS sees Thai equities recovering
Read more: ASPS sees Thai equities recoveringThai equities are expected to recover in the second half of 2025, supported by expansionary fiscal measures, a more accommodative monetary policy stance and key earnings drivers, according to Asia Plus Securities (ASPS).
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Exporters urged to utilise B2B platforms
Read more: Exporters urged to utilise B2B platformsThai exporters should enter online business-to-business (B2B) platforms to capitalise on the dynamics of global buyers seeking new sources of suppliers amid global trade uncertainty.
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House passes weekly retirement lottery bill
Read more: House passes weekly retirement lottery billThe House on Wednesday passed an amendment bill allowing people aged 15 and over to buy tickets in a weekly retirement lottery, with the money saved up and accessible at age 60.
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India ends 5-year ban on tourist visas for Chinese
Read more: India ends 5-year ban on tourist visas for ChineseHONG KONG – India will resume issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens on Thursday, its embassy in China said on Wednesday, the first time in five years as both countries move to repair their rocky relationship.
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Flooding, persistent rain in North
Read more: Flooding, persistent rain in NorthStorm Wipha weakened to a low pressure system as it moved into the North of Thailand, where persistent rain was causing flooding in some provinces on Wednesday.
