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Buddha Relic Enshrined at Udon Thani Flower Festival
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Buddha Relic Enshrined at Udon Thani Flower Festival

A sacred Buddha relic was enshrined at the Udon Thani World Flower and Garden Expo on August 8, 2025, creating a spiritual center for visitors to the event. The ceremony integrated Buddhist traditions with the expo's focus on nature, plants

Thailand Flags Naturalized Citizens as Nominee Security Risk
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Thailand Flags Naturalized Citizens as Nominee Security Risk

Thailand's Deputy Interior Minister warns that naturalized citizens acting as business nominees for foreign investors threaten national security by potentially allowing outsiders to control Thai assets and property.

Chulphon Vows No Public Fees for Universal Healthcare Scheme
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Chulphon Vows No Public Fees for Universal Healthcare Scheme

Labor Minister Chulphon vowed the government will not introduce public fees for Thailand's 30-baht universal healthcare program after red-shirt supporters submitted a petition opposing any restructuring of the scheme.

Bangkok Partners With GISTDA on Space Tech for Disaster Management
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Bangkok Partners With GISTDA on Space Tech for Disaster Management

Bangkok and the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency signed an agreement to use satellite imagery and geospatial data to better manage disasters, pollution, and flooding at the city and community level.

CP Foods Launches CPFresh National Durian Brand in China
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CP Foods Launches CPFresh National Durian Brand in China

CP Foods launches its CPFresh National Durian brand in China through partnerships with Thai government agencies, positioning Thai durian as a symbol of friendship while boosting the value of Thai agricultural exports in the Chinese market.

Households Need B3,000 Bill for Solar Panel Subsidy
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Households Need B3,000 Bill for Solar Panel Subsidy

BANGKOK: To qualify for the government subsidy for installing rooftop solar panels, households must have a minimum monthly electricity bill of around B3,000, according to the Finance Ministry.

Thai Wafer Posts Strong H1 Sales of 4.76 Billion Baht
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Thai Wafer Posts Strong H1 Sales of 4.76 Billion Baht

Thai Wafer achieved 4.76 billion baht in first-half sales, up 3.5% year-on-year, driven by growth in higher-margin food and specialty ingredients despite supply chain pressures from rising cassava prices and geopolitical tensions.

Bangkok Governor Adopts Seven-Point Anti-Corruption Plan
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Bangkok Governor Adopts Seven-Point Anti-Corruption Plan

Bangkok's governor unveiled a seven-point anti-corruption plan developed with Thailand's Anti-Corruption Organization, introducing measures including whistleblower protection, mandatory data disclosure, and AI-powered procurement transparen

PM Anutin: Royal Approval Given for NBTC Chair Removal
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PM Anutin: Royal Approval Given for NBTC Chair Removal

PM Anutin has secured royal approval to remove NBTC Chairman Dr. Sorot Boonbaichiep, citing full compliance with legal procedures in the petition submitted on August 11.

Honda Launches Code Save Campaign With Parts Discounts
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Honda Launches Code Save Campaign With Parts Discounts

Honda Motorcycle is offering genuine parts discounts through its "Code Save" campaign via the My Honda Moto app, with savings up to 200 baht on batteries, tires, and filters at authorized service centers nationwide.

Thailand Opens 384 Hotel Jobs in Taiwan with Up to 30,000 Baht Monthly
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Thailand Opens 384 Hotel Jobs in Taiwan with Up to 30,000 Baht Monthly

Thailand's Department of Employment is recruiting 384 workers for hotel jobs in Taiwan offering up to 30,000 baht monthly salary, requiring a bachelor's degree in hospitality or equivalent work experience with language proficiency.

Thai Rugby Tests Team Before Asian Games in Japan
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Thai Rugby Tests Team Before Asian Games in Japan

Thai rugby will compete in the Asia Series in China in late August before the 20th Asian Games in Japan, where the women's team is confident of winning at least a bronze medal.