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Former Thai PM Thaksin Gives Testimony in Lese-majeste Case
The Diplomat
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July 17, 2025
Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra yesterday took the stand in a Bangkok court to defend himself against royal defamation charges that threaten to curtail his influence in Thai politics. The former leader has been charged with...
Senator Tarar, Thai ambassador explore cooperation in key sectors
The Nation
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July 17, 2025
Federal Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar met with Thai Ambassador Rongvudhi Virabutr on Thursday and discussed women’s empowerment, tourism, human rights, and cooperation in the legal sector. The Federal Minister acknowledged...
Thailand’s Tourism Industry Struggles Amid Decline in Chinese Tourists
Thailand Business News
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July 16, 2025
Thailand’s tourism industry is encountering a notable slowdown in international arrivals, driven largely by a steep drop in Chinese tourists, who have traditionally formed a significant share of the market. Thailand’s tourism sector is...
Thailand Delays Tourist Entry Fee Implementation
Tempo.co
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July 16, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Thai government has postponed the implementation of the tourist entry fee due to a decline in the number of tourists. The 300-baht entry fee, equivalent to around Rp150,000, was supposed to be enforced in 2025. Despite the...
Former Thai PM Thaksin to receive verdict on royal insult case in late August
The Straits Times
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July 16, 2025
Bangkok - Thailand’s billionaire former premier Thaksin Shinawatra will hear a verdict on a royal insult case on Aug 22, his lawyer said on July 16 – the first in a series of challenges against him and his daughter, suspended Prime Minister...
Thai Cyber Police Raid Properties of Kok An’s Children to Seize Assets
Khaosod English
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July 15, 2025
BANGKOK — Thai cyber police executed search warrants at seven locations on July 15 connected to Cambodian businessman Kok An’s scammer network, including properties owned by his children in Bangkok, surrounding provinces, and Sa Kaeo province. The...
Thailand pushes Landing Rights policy to expand foreign satellite services, boost national space industry
The Nation Thailand
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July 16, 2025
Prasert Jantararuangtong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES), announced following a meeting of the National Space Policy Committee that the Thai government is prioritising the promotion and development of space...
Minister Vijitha Herath attends 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum – Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
Daily FT
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Minister Vijitha Herath Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath, led the Sri Lanka delegation to the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, held on 11 July 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. At...
Bloomington's international markets
Indiana Daily Student
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Nothing brings comfort quite like familiar ingredients and snacks when you’re far from home. Bloomington might be a small town,; but it’s full of diverse international markets that make you feel right at home. So, here’s a roundup of some of the...
Thailand faces agricultural trade challenges as US demands 0% tariffs on pork, chicken, and beef imports
The Nation Thailand
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July 16, 2025
US pork production costs lower than Thailand's, industry leader warns of impact Sittiphan Thanakiatpinyo, President of the Swine Raiser Association of Thailand, stated that opening the market to cheaper US pork, which has significantly lower...
Supreme Court upholds royal defamation sentence against law student
Prachatai
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The Supreme Court has upheld a prison sentence against a law student for royal defamation over a Facebook post about a protest in Germany against the Thai King. Thai Lawyers for Human Rights reported that Aukit Santiprasitkul, a student at the...
Thailand delays tourist entry fee until 2026 as arrivals dip and economy falters
Euronews
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July 15, 2025
Published on 15/07/2025 - 16:53 GMT+2•Updated 16:54 Thailand has postponed the rollout of its long-discussed – and frequently delayed – entry fee for tourists, citing sluggish visitor numbers and economic uncertainty. Initially expected to take...
Spiritual Wisdom and Global Relevance: International Buddhist Confederation Honors the Dalai Lama’s Dharmic Legacy
Buddhistdoor Global
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From dalailama.com His Holiness the Dalai Lama is one of the most beloved and revered spiritual leaders of the modern era. His far-reaching legacy as a guardian of knowledge and a bridge between spiritual disciplines has resonated across the...
Grenada welcomes Honorary Consul to Thailand
Now Grenada
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July 17, 2025
A courtesy call on 9 July 2025 with Prime Minister Honourable Dickon Mitchell, Shubhodeep Prasanta Das, Honorary Consul for Grenada in Thailand, accompanied by Zhi Ho Heng, Business Manager for Mr Das’ group of companies, and Ambassador Dr Richard...
Culture Minister Vows to Rebuild Buddhist Faith After Scandals
The Nation Thailand
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July 17, 2025
Thailand's Culture Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has publicly committed to restoring public confidence in Buddhism following a series of high-profile monastic scandals. Taking to social media, Paetongtarn stated that the misconduct by certain...
Chinese Tourist Numbers Plummet, Malaysia Overtakes Thailand in ASEAN Race
The Nation Thailand
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July 17, 2025
Thailand's crucial tourism industry is facing a significant shake-up, largely due to a dramatic drop in Chinese visitor numbers. Once the cornerstone of the market, Chinese tourist arrivals have fallen by over 34% compared to pre-pandemic levels...
Thailand reclassifies Etomidate as Category 2 Narcotic amid vaping concerns
Pattaya Mail
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July 15, 2025
Thanakrit Jit-areerat says Etomidate’s reclassification gives authorities stronger legal tools to tackle misuse, especially in e-cigarette products. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Ministry of Public Health has reclassified Etomidate as a Category 2...
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus M.Ryzhenkov is visiting China, Thailand and Laos
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus
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14 July 2025 On July 15–18, 2025 the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov, is paying working visits to the People's Republic of China, the Kingdom of Thailand and the Lao People's Democratic Republic. In China,...
Thailand’s tourism revenue is no joke, land entry fee delayed, and Pattaya ready for a full comeback
Pattaya Mail
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July 16, 2025
As TAT ramps up its international push and domestic stimulus programs, Pattaya gets ready to welcome millions more — with cleaner beaches, packed events, and hotels reopening. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Anyone who still jokes...
Thailand eyes Middle East market to make up for Chinese tourists
The Business Times Singapore
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July 14, 2025
Attracting Chinese tourists remains a priority, but the agency is also targeting other marketsPublished Mon, Jul 14, 2025 · 03:55 PM [BANGKOK] Thailand aims to boost tourist arrivals and spending from the Middle East and South-east Asia to help...