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Thailand plans tourist 'landing fee' above 300 baht
Thailand is considering raising a proposed tourist landing fee above 300 baht to include premium insurance coverage for foreign visitors, with authorities still finalizing collection methods through either airline tickets or pre-arrival ele
Army Chief Welcomes AOT, Affirming Border Stability
Thailand's Army Chief met with the head of the ASEAN Observer Team from the Philippines to reaffirm commitment to stability along the Thai-Cambodian border, emphasizing cooperation through neutral observation and information gathering.
Love Without Limits: Five Men Open Up About Their Polyamorous Relationship, Reveal How It Started and Their Plans for Children
Five California men launched a podcast to share their polyamorous relationship story, revealing how they met through friends starting in 2013 and formalized their commitment in 2024 with plans to live together and raise children.
Editorial – Stepping Up Anti-Corruption Efforts
Thailand's government pledges stronger anti-corruption measures through transparency initiatives and private sector collaboration, though past efforts have repeatedly failed without prosecuting powerful officials.
Ten Steel Associations Petition Thai Industrial Standards Office to Phase Out IF Furnace Steel Mills Within Three Years
Ten Thai steel associations have petitioned the government to phase out induction furnace steel mills within three years, citing excess Chinese capacity and market dumping that undermines domestic producers who currently hold only 35% of Th
Not a Flood! Parliament Speaker Sopon Leads Inspection, Clarifies Standing Water and Floating Debris as Routine Cleaning Following Heavy Rainfall
Parliament Speaker Sopon clarified that standing water and floating debris photographed in the Parliament building's basement was routine cleaning after heavy rainfall, not flooding damage.
Ministry of Education Moving Forward on Teacher Workload Reduction, Set to Review and Terminate Major Programs; Akkhananth Directs Attention to May 27 Announcement
Thailand's Education Ministry plans to cut major programs and reduce teacher workload, with a formal announcement expected May 27 to give educators more time for classroom instruction.
Anti-Corruption Commission Investigates 300 Million Baht Exercise Equipment Procurement by Lopburi Provincial Administration
The National Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating a 300 million baht outdoor exercise equipment procurement project by Lopburi Provincial Administration, questioning the cost-effectiveness of equipment priced at 200,000-300,000 baht
EXIM Bank Pushes Forward with 700 Billion Baht Lending Target, Says Thai Businesses Must Overcome Three Major Challenges
EXIM Bank targets 700 billion baht in new lending for 2025 as Thai exporters navigate high costs, regulatory burdens, and intense competition from Chinese competitors while seeking new markets beyond traditional partners.
Suchart Accepts Mae Fah Luang University Recommendations to Address Heavy Metal Pollution in Kok-Sai-Ruak-Mekong Rivers
Environment Minister Suchart has directed authorities to resume heavy metal testing at the Thai-Myanmar border checkpoint on the Kok-Sai-Ruak-Mekong rivers following university recommendations about contamination from Chinese mines in Myanm
HSBC: Chinese FDI Surging into Thailand to Capitalize on AI and Data Center Mega-Trends; Opens $4 Billion Credit Line to Drive Clean Energy and Digital Economy Investment
Chinese companies are surging investment into Thailand, capitalizing on AI and data center opportunities, as HSBC launches a $4 billion credit line to support clean energy and digital economy expansion across Southeast Asia.
Blue Phongthiwat Gains Attention as 'Handsome God's Favorite' After OLYMPOP2, Prepares Album Release This Year Without Abandoning Performances
Rising T-Pop star Blue Phongthiwat gained widespread attention after his viral OLYMPOP2 performance and is preparing his debut album release under LOVEiS label this year while maintaining his live performance schedule.