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Cape Town becomes first African World Marathon Major

JOHANNESBURG - Cape Town has been added to the prestigious World Marathon Majors, the elite series said on Wednesday, making it the first African race in the circuit.

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Ministry shifts skills project focus

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) will revise its Skill/Credit Portfolio project to place greater emphasis on lifelong learning, future workforce development and national skills planning.

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K-Asset flags stretched Thai valuations

Kasikorn Asset Management (K-Asset) is advising investors to adopt a more selective approach to Thai equities after the benchmark index recently topped 1,600 points, saying the Thai bourse has already priced in many of the positive factors.

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Travel fair organised to sustain arrivals despite turmoil

The annual Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) is expected to generate momentum for tourism for the remainder of the year, helping the country meet its goals of 33 million arrivals and 2.65 trillion baht in revenue amid global uncertainty.

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Labour minister boosts ties with Italy, Singapore

Thailand sought closer labour cooperation with Italy and Singapore during bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, focusing on overseas employment, skills development and social protection.

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Pitfalls on path to peace

A spate of violence in the deep South has returned -- with a vengeance.

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Thailand's misleading growth story

Thailand's quarterly GDP growth rate was 1.2% in the third quarter of 2025, rising to 2.5% in the fourth quarter and further to 2.8% in the first quarter of 2026, according to the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).

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AI push mirrors green transition

The AI race is already generating forces that are transforming the global economy. That makes it surprisingly similar to the green transition, given the potential of both to upend traditional industries, labour markets, and geopolitical balances. Both call for trillions of dollars in upfront investments in exchange for significant benefits…

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Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

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Cybercriminals exploit Fifa World Cup fans with scams

Cybercriminals are using the Fifa World Cup to launch scams and steal credentials, warns FortiGuard Labs, the research arm of cybersecurity firm Fortinet.

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Public feedback sought on new Thai drone rules

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) is holding a public hearing on draft regulations covering four drone-related measures to support Thailand's digital economy, while also strengthening airspace safety.

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Thai-Bhutan pact receives approval

The cabinet has approved the Thailand-Bhutan free trade agreement (FTA), which is expected to take effect early next year.

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Saha Group flags slower growth, shift in investment

The chairman of Saha Group, a leading consumer goods conglomerate, says the government should invest in infrastructure.

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Call for greater focus on foreign investors

Amid rising global uncertainty, the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has urged the government to step up efforts to attract foreign investors and encourage multinational companies to relocate their operations to Thailand.

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Gulf prepares new data centre investment

Gulf Development, Thailand's largest energy company by market value and a major telecom operator, has announced plans to invest in new data centres with a combined capacity of 100 megawatts this year, underscoring its ambition to become a regional leader in digital infrastructure and cloud services.

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Thais put home ownership on hold

The proportion of consumers with no plans to buy a home within five years has risen sharply to 56%, from 47% a year earlier, marking the highest level in four years as concerns about the economy weigh on purchasing decisions.

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NBTC urged to finalise TV roadmap

Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) and Cofact Thailand have submitted a letter to the chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) urging the regulator to finalise the long-delayed roadmap for broadcasting and TV from 2026-2030, alongside clear regulations for over-the-top (OTT) services.

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Same-sex benefits 'still not granted'

The government should ensure same-sex couples receive equal access to welfare benefits, as some state enterprise employees remain unable to claim spousal healthcare rights despite the enactment of the marriage equality law, says the Democratic Party.

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House panel to probe health data breach

A civil society group on Wednesday petitioned a parliamentary committee to investigate an alleged data breach involving a state agency responsible for healthcare entitlements, claiming sensitive personal information of 67.1 million people may have been exposed.

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Govt scrambles for markets

The government is seeking new markets for Thai shrimps after Malaysia announced an import suspension earlier this month, says Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun.

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House panel seeks answers about ‘help the blue’ chats

An opposition MP has urged the chief of the Department of Provincial Administration to testify before a House panel and clarify allegations the agency is linked to so-called "blue network" politics.

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Govt works with FBI on global crime

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reaffirmed Thailand's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and international law enforcement partners to tackle transnational crime and emerging cyber threats.

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Electronic securities bill gets first House okay

The House of Representatives has unanimously accepted in principle a government-sponsored bill to amend the Securities and Exchange Act, paving the way for the issuance and trading of securities in electronic form while strengthening regulatory oversight of electronic securities transactions.

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BJT threatens action over land row

The ruling Bhumjaithai Party has vowed legal action against anyone spreading false information about the Khao Kradong land dispute, accusing critics of politically motivated attacks on the party and its leaders.

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