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Thailand declares 5-day New Year holiday to boost tourism, economy
Thailand declares 5-day New Year holiday to boost tourism, economy
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Cabinet has approved an extended five-day New Year holiday, adding Friday, Jan 2, 2026, as a special public holiday in a move aimed at stimulating domestic tourism and invigorating the national economy.
New AirAsia Group set to steer 7 airlines
New AirAsia Group set to steer 7 airlines
BANGKOK: All airlines under AirAsia will be consolidated under the new AirAsia Group by next month after the completion of Capital A's restructuring, with an aim to become the world's first low-cost carrier with an entire fleet of narrow-body aircraft.
Probe urged after police branded ‘criminal gang’
Probe urged after police branded ‘criminal gang’
BANGKOK: Four police organisations have submitted an open letter to the national police chief, urging an urgent fact-finding probe into allegations branding the Royal Thai Police (RTP) a “criminal gang”.
Import duty planned on Jan 1 for low-cost goods
Import duty planned on Jan 1 for low-cost goods
BANGKOK: The Customs Department is preparing to impose import duties on goods valued less than B1,500 (the ‘de minimis’ value) starting Jan 1 next year to create fair competition for domestic businesses.
Cabinet backs MotoGP hosting extension
Cabinet backs MotoGP hosting extension
MOTO GP: The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Thailand to continue hosting the MotoGP World Championship for another five years, from 2027 to 2031, with a budget allocation of B3.99 billion.
Government and hospitals act to bring down drug costs
Government and hospitals act to bring down drug costs
BANGKOK: A new agreement between the Thai government and private hospitals aims to reduce living costs by B32 billion by promoting transparency in drug pricing and giving consumers more options when purchasing medications.
Court throws out bid to ground foreign pilots
Court throws out bid to ground foreign pilots
BANGKOK: The Supreme Administrative Court has dismissed an interim relief request made by the Thai Pilots Association in an effort to suspend the disputed permission that allows foreign pilots to operate domestic flights under a wet-lease arrangement.
Pheu Thai unveils new campaign
Pheu Thai unveils new campaign
BANGKOK: The Pheu Thai Party is set to unveil a new election campaign focused on economic relief and the financial stability of households.
Senator slams SEA Games prep
Senator slams SEA Games prep
SEA GAMES: A senator has slammed preparations for the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, warning that venues are still incomplete with just over a month to go.
New plan to help Thais out of debt
New plan to help Thais out of debt
BANGKOK: The government has greenlit a scheme to tackle small borrowers' debt problems, enabling them to re-enter the formal financial system and ease their repayment burden.
11 arrested for procuring schoolgirls for prostitution
11 arrested for procuring schoolgirls for prostitution
BANGKOK: Eleven people, mostly women, have been arrested in multiple raids for allegedly procuring schoolgirls for a sex service operating under the guise of a modelling agency.
Government ‘committed’ to 4-point Thai-Cambodia peace plan
Government ‘committed’ to 4-point Thai-Cambodia peace plan
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reaffirmed Thailand’s commitment to a four-point peace framework amid concerns over delays in landmine clearance along the Cambodian border.
Postal voting plan needs court clarification: EC
Postal voting plan needs court clarification: EC
BANGKOK: Postal voting could render the planned referendum on the constitution invalid, as it could be interpreted as early voting, which is not permitted under current regulations, according to the Election Commission (EC).
Gold card health care scheme ‘on the brink’, experts warn
Gold card health care scheme ‘on the brink’, experts warn
BANGKOK: The controversy over funding the B30 universal healthcare scheme has exposed a stark reality: Thailand’s healthcare system may be teetering on the brink of financial collapse.
Shippers push for balanced trade deal
Shippers push for balanced trade deal
BANGKOK: The Thai National Shippers' Council (TNSC) supports deeper cooperation between Thailand and the US under a reciprocal trade framework and urges the government to prioritise the country's interests during the negotiations process.
No-casino policy to bring Chinese visitors back to Thailand
No-casino policy to bring Chinese visitors back to Thailand
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Chinese President Xi Jinping was pleased with Thailand’s stance against legalising casinos, and the Chinese government will encourage more Chinese tourists to visit the country.
Two Thai cities added in UNESCO creative city list
Two Thai cities added in UNESCO creative city list
BANGKOK: Two Thai provinces – Nan in the North and Songkhla in the South - have been recognised as new members of UNESCO Creative Cities network (UCCN) of 2025.
New digital era to boost Thai sports
New digital era to boost Thai sports
ALL SPORTS: The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has rolled out a new digital platform aimed at streamlining how national sports associations apply for and manage government funding.
Andrew ‘had 40 prostitutes brought to Bangkok hotel’
Andrew ‘had 40 prostitutes brought to Bangkok hotel’
LONDON: Disgraced former prince Andrew once had 40 prostitutes brought to his five-star hotel over four days during a taxpayer-funded trip to Thailand, his biographer has claimed.
Julapun elected new Pheu Thai leader with overwhelming support
Julapun elected new Pheu Thai leader with overwhelming support
BANGKOK: Julapun Amornvivat, a former deputy finance minister, has been elected as the new Pheu Thai Party leader, securing 354 out of 369 votes, with 15 abstentions.