Diplomats tour Isan
2023-02-22
The Thailand Cultural Ministry is forging ties with 28 countries via a cultural trip for the diplomatic corps.Continue Reading
Local bodies want power devolved
2023-02-22
Three local government groups are calling on the government to fully decentralise power to local authorities.Continue Reading
Opposition demands to see torture decree
2023-02-22
The opposition yesterday demanded the cabinet forward to the House an executive decree postponing enforcement of key provisions of the law aimed at countering torture and enforced disappearances.Continue Reading
Govt, BRN achieved roadmap to peace
2023-02-22
The most recent dialogue between the government and Barisan Revolusi Nasional Melayu-Patani (BRN), which took place in Malaysia on Wednesday, has resulted in an agreement to develop a Joint Comprehensive Plan towards Peace, which is meant to help usher in peace in the South.Continue Reading
‘Dished with attitude and sarcasm’: 7 hawker stalls in Singapore serving good food with a side of bad mood
2023-02-22
Forget Karen’s Diner in Australia – our local aunties and uncles can serve you a good meal with a side of drama for no additional cost. We took a deep breath, steeled ourselves and ordered.Continue Reading
Commentary: To avoid higher taxes in the future, Singapore workers need to save for retirement today
2023-02-22
For direct taxes to remain low, Singapore workers need to do more with their money to prepare for their future retirement, says David Kuo of The Smart Investor.Continue Reading
Govt redraw of forest borderlines on cards
2023-02-22
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa said he had no objection to the possibility of new forest borderlines being drawn up at Thap Lan National Park in Prachin Buri’s Nadi district if it is able to deal with issues of forest encroachment there.Continue Reading
Return of China property buyers in bigger numbers unlikely to impact prices in Singapore: Analysts
2023-02-22
As China moves to a post-pandemic approach to COVID-19, analysts expect more of its nationals to explore investing in the Singapore property market.Continue Reading
High-speed railway link talks progress
2023-02-22
CHON BURI: The construction of a high-speed rail link between the capital’s airports and U-Tapao airport will happen in an area in Soi Chaiyaporn Withee in tambon Nong Prue of Bang Lamung district, says Pattaya deputy mayor Manote Nongyai.Continue Reading
Army sets up safe zone for villagers
2023-02-22
The Royal Thai Army says the border situation in Ranong remains under control despite some skirmishes in a Myanmar village on the other side that have prompted villagers to flee to Thailand for safety.Continue Reading