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Thai PM prepares 120-day policy agenda
VietnamPlus
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September 14, 2025
Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul convened a high-level policy meeting at the Bhumjaithai Party headquarters on September 13, joined by several incoming economic ministers as the new administration prepares to present...
Thailand restaurants celebrate end of afternoon alcohol ban
Pattaya Mail
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September 15, 2025
Thailand lifts five-decade-old restrictions allowing restaurants to sell alcohol from 2–5 PM, modernizing the law to boost tourism and align with global dining standards. PATTAYA, Thailand – Restaurant owners in Thailand can now legally sell...
Bangkok’s best pad Thai: Five must-visit restaurants
The New Zealand Herald
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September 14, 2025
Good technique is critical to a good pad Thai. “Good ingredients are important, of course,” says Sripathum, “but they are available to anyone. What really makes a difference is how the dish is cooked. Stir-frying the noodles requires the right...
Thai Fruit Exports Gain Global Momentum with Strong Market Expansion
The Nation Thailand
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September 14, 2025
At Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 in Hong Kong, Thai exporters highlighted their ability to deliver farm-to-table freshness through advanced cold chain logistics, showcasing both traditional fresh produce and innovative value-added products. This year,...
Thailändische Restaurants feiern Ende des Nachmittags-Alkoholverbots
Pattaya Mail
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September 14, 2025
Thailand hebt ein über fünf Jahrzehnte altes Verbot auf – Restaurants dürfen nun auch zwischen 14:00 und 17:00 Uhr Alkohol ausschenken. Ein Schritt zur Modernisierung, der Tourismus und Gastronomie stärken soll. PATTAYA, Thailand –...
Thailand powers region's gold market
Bangkok Post
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September 14, 2025
Consumer demand proves resilient PUBLISHED : 15 Sep 2025 at 05:04 Thailand is on track to become a driving force in the global gold market, potentially propelling Southeast Asia to become the world's third pillar of gold demand behind China and...
Thai Woman Nabbed as Chinese Boss’s Right Hand in Isan Scam
Khaosod English
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September 14, 2025
CHONBURI — Police have arrested a 26-year-old woman who allegedly served as a crucial operative for a Chinese crime boss running an elaborate fraud scheme across Northeast Thailand, authorities announced Sunday. Ms. Monthatip, from Ubon...
Thai Airways Is Set To Axe Its First Class Service…
Inside Flyer - Colorado
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September 14, 2025
In a significant shift in its service offerings, Thai Airways has announced the discontinuation of its First Class cabin, despite recent upgrades. This decision marks a broader trend within the aviation industry, where some airlines are moving...
From Milan Runways to Hollywood Studios: How DITP Transforms Thai Creativity into Global Export Success
The Nation Thailand
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September 15, 2025
More crucially, DITP provides the platforms where deals actually happen. The Thailand Pavilion and Thai Night at Cannes' Marché du Film create formal networking opportunities with global distributors and studios. Back home, the Bangkok...
Latest Luxury Train Is A Nine-Day Journey Through Thailand
Live and Let's Fly - California
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September 14, 2025
A 9-day round-trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai aboard the restored Blue Jasmine train delivers boutique carriages, curated excursions and luxe stays. Meet the Blue Jasmine: What You Get Onboard and Off Thailand’s new Blue Jasmine train trip is...
Gourmet Market showcases Thai products
Bangkok Post
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September 14, 2025
A variety of innovative products from 22 rising Thai brands will be presented during "Unique Unite" at Gourmet Market at Siam Paragon, Rama I Road, from tomorrow until Sept 25. Organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP),...
Cambodia Rejects Thailand’s Baseless Accusations over Drone...
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, September 15, 2025 -- The Ministry of National Defence of the Kingdom of Cambodia has categorically rejects the unfounded and baseless accusations made by the Thai side that Cambodia has deployed drones along the border area...
GOF seizes RM1.36 million worth of Thai rice at Malaysia-Thailand border
The Sun Daily
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September 15, 2025
KOTA BHARU: The General Operations Force Southeast Brigade has confiscated 338,303 kilogrammes of Thai rice valued at approximately 1.36 million ringgit in a series of smuggling incidents along the Malaysia-Thailand border. Commander Datuk Nik Ros...
2 fliers arriving from Bangkok with weed, one recipient arrested
Hindustan Times
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September 15, 2025
MUMBAI: The Mumbai unit of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on Saturday seized 39.2 kilograms of hydroponic weed (cannabis) allegedly from two Indian passengers who arrived on a flight from Thailand at the Mumbai international...
Sex Racket Busted in Surat: Anti-Human Tracking Unit Busts High-Profile Prostitution Ring After Hotel Raid; 9 Accused Held, 13 Thai Women Rescued
Latestly
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September 15, 2025
Surat, September 15: 13 Thai women were rescued after Surat’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) raided a hotel in Jahangirpura late Saturday night, September 14, busting a high-profile sex racket. The operation led to the arrest of nine people,...
Nicht viele Ausnahmen in Thailand für Arbeiten ohne Genehmigung
Pattaya Mail
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September 14, 2025
Einwanderungspolizei des Central Investigation Bureau befragt Ausländer zu ihrer Arbeitsberechtigung. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit) BANGKOK, Thailand – In den vergangenen zwölf Monaten sind in Thailand mindestens 20.000 Ausländer wegen fehlender...
Thailand Freezes 3M Accounts in Scam Crackdown with Transfer Limits
WebProNews
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September 14, 2025
In a bold escalation of its fight against rampant financial fraud, the Bank of Thailand has frozen approximately 3 million bank accounts suspected of involvement in scam operations, while imposing stringent daily transfer limits ranging from...
Pheu Thai pitches law change for charter rewrite
Bangkok Post
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September 14, 2025
PUBLISHED : 15 Sep 2025 at 04:41 The Pheu Thai Party has set up a special committee to study the possibility of adding a new section to Chapter 15 of the constitution to open the way to either a constitution drafting assembly or a parliamentary...
Reform will break Thai system's 'punitive legacy'
Bangkok Post
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September 14, 2025
Justice reform still urgent to break free of 'punitive legacy' PUBLISHED : 15 Sep 2025 at 04:18 Government and law experts discussed reforms of the justice and corrections system during a recent forum held by the Department of Corrections. At the...
Hot demand, shrinking harvests: Thai coffee faces boom and doom paradox
Channel News Asia
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September 14, 2025
Back when coffee cultivation began in Thailand in the late 1960s, Thais hardly drank coffee. Initially, the arabica crop was introduced to the northern highlands and promoted as part of an alternative development model to replace the illicit...