Новости за 18.06.2025

With House dissolution looming, tourism operators have warned the government not to rush into the controversial casino legalisation attached to the Entertainment Complex Bill, as it carries a high risk of provoking street protests and jeopardising the fragile tourism industry.

Last month, I had a chance to visit two famous tourist attractions during my short stay in Tochigi prefecture, north of Tokyo.

Bangkok Foodies has partnered with some of Thailand's most celebrated chefs and culinary icons to create unforgettable experiences under "Meals For Myanmar", a bold and heartfelt campaign to help rebuild lives after the devastating earthquake that recently struck Myanmar.

Food lovers are invited to experience Kiwi gastronomy through premium quality products presented during "Taste Of New Zealand 2025" at three branches of Gourmet Market at Paragon, Emporium and EmQuartier, until June 29.

Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld has launched a rooftop organic garden initiative to promote from farm-to-table concept and sustainability.

Organised by the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), Early Years Project is an annual event that aims to support and develop emerging artists.

When armed conflict breaks out, it is the innocent and helpless, especially children, who suffer the most. Therefore, as we approach World Refugee Day tomorrow, Thai authorities must make a substantial effort to grant refugee children, and the parents who support them, equal rights and dignity in law and practice.

I recently met Dr Jadej Thammatacharee, secretary-general of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), at the home of a mutual friend to ask questions, of which I had many, about the so-called 30-baht scheme -- also known as the "gold card" scheme.

The Aukus partnership, the 2021 deal whereby the United States and the United Kingdom agreed to provide Australia with at least eight nuclear-propelled submarines over the next three decades, has come under review by the US Defence Department.

Now that a cabinet reshuffle is inevitable for the Paetongtarn Shinawatra government, the prospective changes are aimed primarily at solving political problems with regard to the government's nose-diving popularity, rather than tackling the real crises facing the country, such as the protracted economic slump, social maladies and border conflicts with Cambodia.

The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) is calling for a budget of 800 million baht to create a national digital trade platform to support exports.

The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) fell to 88.1 points in May, the lowest level in seven months, as business confidence remains low, partly attributed to the impact of new geopolitical conflicts on the economy, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

Thailand must accelerate its transformation towards Industry 4.0, from traditional manufacturing to a regional hub for smart production, to remain globally competitive through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and photonics technology, according to a leading manufacturer of optical and photonic products.

The Thai economy may grow by only 0.8% this year, with a technical recession highly likely in the second half if the government fails to convince the US to lower its reciprocal tariff on Thai exports, while conflicts intensify in the Middle East.

PTT Exploration and Production Plc (PTTEP) plans to grow its gas business in Africa after its subsidiary was granted a licence for onshore petroleum exploration and production by the Algerian government.

The Bhumjaithai Party has announced its withdrawal from Thailand’s coalition government, while calling for Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to take responsibility for comments in a leaked audio clip that threaten confidence in her leadership.

The Economic Stimulus Board has approved a 110-billion-baht stimulus package to revive the Thai economy, with the initiative projected to raise gross domestic product by up to 0.5%, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said on Wednesday.

Thailand plans to submit its initial trade proposal to the United States on Friday, according to the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Commerce.

The Thai government’s plan to buy back the concessions of all electric train lines in an effort to make public transport more affordable is likely to be concluded by next year, officials say.

The Royal Thai Armed Forces has denied claims by Cambodia that Thai troops violated its sovereignty and territorial integrity by digging trenches and making other incursions on its soil.

Thai authorities will visit Myanmar to seek the cooperation of their counterparts in the arrest of an alleged Thai drug kingpin and the seizure of his 1 billion baht in assets.

The director of the finance division at a local government body in Yasothon province has been arrested for allegedly embezzling 9 million baht in state funds, police said on Wednesday.

Thirteen foreign nationals accused of running a scam call centre in Thailand that targeted Australians have been remanded in custody after appearing in the Criminal Court in Bangkok on Wednesday.

The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) has clarified the recent temporary release of a gambler known as "Minnie" and nine others accused of running online gambling sites and money laundering, citing incomplete case files as the reason.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra says she will not have any more personal conversations with Hun Sen after the leak of a phone call in which she is heard calling a regional Thai army commander an “opponent” and agreeing to do what the former Cambodian prime minister asked.