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Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlook
Read more: Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlookConcerns over the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub’s outlook had been growing in the run-up to the trade deal between the United States, particularly as the latter is Vietnam’s biggest export market.
Thailand
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NHRC teams up to shield conscripts
Read more: NHRC teams up to shield conscriptsThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has joined hands with the army and navy in drafting a framework aimed at improving the treatment of new conscripts.
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DNP investigates illegal sanctuary roads
Read more: DNP investigates illegal sanctuary roadsThe Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has pledged a full investigation into alleged illegal road construction in protected forest areas in Mae Hong Son.
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Legality of Thai-US rare earths deal challenged
Read more: Legality of Thai-US rare earths deal challengedThe Palang Pracharath Party, a coalition partner, has called for a legal review of the legitimacy of a Thai-US memorandum of understanding (MoU) on rare earth minerals.
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Rare earths deal ‘could strain Thai-China ties’
Read more: Rare earths deal ‘could strain Thai-China ties’An agreement with the United States on the joint development of a rare earth minerals supply chain could put Thailand at risk of straining its diplomatic ties with China, warns the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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Thailand has not manipulated currency, says minister
Read more: Thailand has not manipulated currency, says ministerFinance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas said on Wednesday that Thailand has not engaged in currency manipulation, and that the central bank has the tools to manage the currency without resorting to intervention.
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Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlook
Read more: Vietnam Q2 GDP growth quickens on strong exports, US trade deal brightens outlookConcerns over the Southeast Asian manufacturing hub’s outlook had been growing in the run-up to the trade deal between the United States, particularly as the latter is Vietnam’s biggest export market.
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Cambodian soldiers will be freed only if ceasefire conditions met
Read more: Cambodian soldiers will be freed only if ceasefire conditions metThe Thai has army confirmed it will free 18 Cambodian soldiers if Phnom Penh meets all four conditions set by Thailand, including the withdrawal of weapons and landmine clearance.
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Strict safety rules in place for ‘respectful’ Loy Krathong
Read more: Strict safety rules in place for ‘respectful’ Loy KrathongGovernment agencies are moving forward with preparations for the Loy Krathong Festival, which falls on Nov 5, while ensuring the celebrations are conducted respectfully during the national mourning period and with strict safety measures in place.
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Restaurants voice concern over new alcohol law
Read more: Restaurants voice concern over new alcohol lawThe Restaurant Association has raised concerns about the new Alcoholic Beverage Control Act (2025), which bans the consumption of alcoholic beverages in establishments during prohibited hours, as this will potentially impact the tourism industry.