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Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0700Thailand to boost exports to Saudi market
Thailand has set its sights on growing exports to Saudi Arabia by 5% next year, with potential products including food, construction, petrochemicals, automobiles and seedlings.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:53:00 +0700Democrats set sights on city
The Democrat Party has put two high-profile politicians in charge of regaining its foothold in Bangkok in the next general election although party insiders remain coy about its MP seat target in the capital.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:18:00 +0700Japan the top market for Thai tourists
Late last month, after a period of more than two years, some good news arrived at last for Thai tourists, after the main Asian outbound markets -- Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan -- announced the full reopening of their borders.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0700More Chao Phraya floods this week
A large volume of water from the North that is making its way down to the Central Plains provinces is set to wreak further havoc on communities living along the Chao Phraya River, including those in Bangkok.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:52:00 +0700War on city smog
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is preparing to deal with the capital's upcoming smog season and has drawn up plans to work with related official agencies to mitigate air pollution at its source.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:26:00 +0700Recession fears deepen
State agencies, businesses and households are being urged to brace for a global economic slowdown which could easily deteriorate into a recession next year.
Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0700PPRP not fazed by 'exodus'
The ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) is on the verge of falling apart with dozens of MPs widely believed to be looking to defect ahead of the general election tentatively scheduled to take place in May.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 17:59:00 +0700Guns to be confiscated from rogue police, officials
Police officers and administrative officials who exhibit behavioural problems will have their guns confiscated, according to the national police chief.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:12:00 +0700Bumpy road to recovery
Even as Thailand continues on its path to economic recovery in the fourth quarter, buoyed by tourism and domestic consumption, businesses are still unnerved by pressing challenges, including high inflation, a weaker baht, surging energy prices and fl...
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:38:00 +0700Do startup entrepreneurs neglect their soft skills?
I am excited today because I will be present this week when five C-level leaders I know will share their personal stories of transforming and leading transformation for the first time. My excitement led me to reflect on my own experiences and conside...