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Visa-free rule for Chinese in question
Visa-free rule for Chinese in question
BANGKOK: The Senate has called on the government to revise its visa-free policy for Chinese nationals, citing risks of Thailand becoming a hub for criminal activities.
Crypto ‘sandbox’ to be launched later this year in Phuket
Crypto ‘sandbox’ to be launched later this year in Phuket
BANGKOK: A cryptocurrency sandbox is expected to be launched in Phuket in October, says former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
An too good for Thai star Pornpawee
An too good for Thai star Pornpawee
BADMINTON: Pornpawee Chochuwong went down to An Se-Young in the final of the US$950,000 BWF India Open 2025 as the Korean world No.1 claimed her second title of the year in New Delhi on Sunday (Jan 19).
Thaksin asks Naomi Campbell to help turn Thais into supermodels
Thaksin asks Naomi Campbell to help turn Thais into supermodels
BANGKOK: Supermodel Naomi Campbell will visit Thailand next month to offer advice to Thaksin Shinawatra on his idea to groom Thais to be world-class on catwalks as part of the campaign to promote soft power and make his compatriots richer, the former Thai prime minister has said.
TAT banking on same-sex marriages to boost figures
TAT banking on same-sex marriages to boost figures
BANGKOK: With same-sex marriages available in Thailand starting this week as the Marriage Equality Act comes into effect, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is banking on the trend, holding trade meetings with businesses targeting couples who seek wedding ceremonies in Thailand.
Thaksin promises a million homes for low-income Thais
Thaksin promises a million homes for low-income Thais
BANGKOK: Former prime minister and de facto leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party Thaksin Shinawatra pledged to build up to one million housing units for low-income people during a speech at a rally in Bueng Kan province yesterday (Jan 19).
Power tariff faces trim of 17 satang
Power tariff faces trim of 17 satang
BANGKOK: The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) expects to reduce the power tariff by 0.17 baht per kilowatt-hour (unit), leading to cheaper electricity bills, if the government agrees to reduce its spending on a policy to promote investment in renewable energy.
Spaniard’s death hits elephant camps
Spaniard’s death hits elephant camps
BANGKOK: Elephant camps are one of the most popular destinations among tourists and have played a significant role in the country’s tourism industry.
TAT to adjust target for Asian visitors
TAT to adjust target for Asian visitors
BANGKOK: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is preparing to adjust the target for Asian visitors this year, seeking potential markets to offset weaker Chinese arrivals.
Ex-Lands Dept boss embroiled in Alpine land deeds case
Ex-Lands Dept boss embroiled in Alpine land deeds case
BANGKOK: Chada Thaised, a senior Bhumjaithai Party member, signed an order to have Alpine land title deeds nullified shortly before leaving office as deputy interior minister, Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed.
Easy E-Receipt tax-deduction scheme begins
Easy E-Receipt tax-deduction scheme begins
BANGKOK: The Easy E-Receipt programme, under which the value of eligible purchases up to B50,000 can be deducted against personal income tax, began on Thursday (Jan 16) and will last until Feb 28.
Thai kids third worst for regional obesity
Thai kids third worst for regional obesity
BANGKOK: Thailand ranks third worst in ASEAN in terms of child obesity, with 84.1% of children aged six to 14 years regularly consuming salty snacks, a new study has revealed.
Bank of Thailand told to keep policy rate at maximum of 2%
Bank of Thailand told to keep policy rate at maximum of 2%
BANGKOK: The central bank’s policy rate should not exceed 2%, aligning with the inflation target and Thailand's GDP growth, says the head of the government's planning unit.
Israel offers 13,000 more jobs to Thais
Israel offers 13,000 more jobs to Thais
BANGKOK: An additional 13,000 jobs in Israel’s agriculture sector will be available to Thai workers this year, says Avi Dichter, the Israeli Agriculture and Rural Development Minister.
Thaksin outlines keys to reviving Thai stock market
Thaksin outlines keys to reviving Thai stock market
BANGKOK: Former premier Thaksin Shinawatra has outlined measures to revitalise the Thai stock market, suggesting the relevant agencies urgently restore investor confidence and emphasising that any crimes must be punished immediately.
Kasidit rattles Medvedev in 5-set thriller
Kasidit rattles Medvedev in 5-set thriller
TENNIS: Thai wild card Kasidit Samrej pushed Russian world No.5 Daniil Medvedev to five sets before bowing out in the first round of the Australian Open in Melbourne yesterday (Jan 14).
Ministry to overhaul law on surrogacy
Ministry to overhaul law on surrogacy
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry is revising the surrogacy law in response to the enforcement of the equal marriage law and welcoming overseas couples to have surrogate babies in Thailand.
Government bets on casinos
Government bets on casinos
BANGKOK: The Cabinet on Monday (Jan 13) approved in principle a bill paving the way for setting up entertainment complexes and allowing casinos to operate legally within them.
Dechapol, Supissara reign supreme
Dechapol, Supissara reign supreme
BADMINTON: Mixed doubles players Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Supissara Paewsampran claimed their third World Tour title after winning the season-opening BWF Malaysia Open in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday (Jan 12).
New push to reassure Chinese tourists
New push to reassure Chinese tourists
BANGKOK: The government plans an intensified tourism campaign while also stepping up security measures to restore flagging Chinese confidence in Thailand after a Chinese actor was lured to a lawless area of Myanmar after arriving in the kingdom.