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Thailand's 3rd monkeypox case found in Phuket

Thailand's third case of monkeypox has been found in Phuket, Department of Disease Control director-general Opas Karnkawinpong said on Wednesday.

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PM hails return of foreign investors

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha insists that Thailand's financial status remains stable and strong thanks to prudent and disciplined monetary and fiscal policy, as reflected by foreigners' growing interest in investing in the country.

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Microsoft launches local innovation drive

Software powerhouse Microsoft has set an ambitious mission to encourage local firms to bring out innovation and creativity, under the "Born in Thailand" concept, a shift from "Made in Thailand", while supporting them with advanced tech and pursuing digital upskilling and reskilling.

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Taking a deep dive into the baht rebound

The currency of Southeast Asia's second-largest economy traded against the greenback at 36.08 on Monday, appreciating 1.4% compared to a week prior.

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Aeroflot set to resume Phuket route

Russian flag carrier, Aeroflot, will resume flights from Moscow to Phuket starting on Oct 30, government spokesman Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana said.

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Cambodia, Asean need to step up in Rohingya crisis

Since August 2017, rampant persecution and violence in Myanmar's Rakhine state has pushed hundreds of thousands of Muslim minority people, known as the Rohingya, to abandon their homes and seek sanctuary in Bangladesh. According to the United Nations' estimation, 200,000 Myanmar civilians have already sought refuge in Bangladesh following prior…

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TAP Group launches 'Heineken Silver'

Boosted by an improvement in domestic beer consumption in the first half, Thai Asia Pacific Brewery Group (TAP), the marketer of Dutch beer brand Heineken, has rolled out a new beer product for the first time since Heineken entered the Thai market 27 years ago.

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“Thailand” logo artist files charges against Pencak Silat Association

The designer of the now famous “Thailand” logo has filed a formal charge against the Pencak Silat Association of Thailand with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) over its unauthorised use of the artwork during the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), held in Vietnam in May 2022.

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Thai opposition to seek court ruling to end PM's term sooner

Thailand's main opposition party on Tuesday said it will try to oust Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha as early as this month, insisting that his years as junta chief after a 2014 coup count toward a constitutional eight-year limit on his time in office.

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Tourism jump to power growth to 5-year high in 2023: Prayut

A faster-than-expected rebound in international visitors is putting Thailand’s economy on course to return to pre-pandemic growth by next year, according to the prime minister.

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Vietnam imposes 47.64% anti-dumping tax on Thai sugar for 4 years

HANOI: Vietnam on Tuesday imposed an anti-dumping levy of 47.64% on some sugar products imported from five Southeast Asian countries but originating in Thailand for a period of four years, the country's trade ministry said.

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From garbage and alms to beauty queen: Thailand's Miss Universe 2022

No matter where they are born, a person can make their dreams come true if they have determination and self-confidence is the credo of Miss Universe Thailand 2022 Anna Sueangam-iam - and she is living proof.

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Exports seen up 6% to 8% this year: shippers

Thailand's exports are expected to rise between 6% to 8% this year, compared with a previous forecast for a 5% to 8% increase, helped by a weak baht and increased global demand, the national shippers' group said on Tuesday.

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BOI joins Energy Ministry team visit to Saudi Arabia

Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Deputy Secretary General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), together with M.L. Chayotid Kridakon, Thai Trade Representative, joined the delegation led by H.E. Mr. Supattanapong Punmeechaow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Thailand, on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between…

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Thailand has 3.12m foreign tourist arrivals Jan-July: govt

Thailand recorded 3.12 million foreign tourist arrivals from Jan 1 to July 26, a government spokesman said on Tuesday, as the vital tourism sector picks up following an easing of pandemic restrictions.

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5.1 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar, felt in northern Thailand

An earthquake of 5.1 magnitude occurred inside Myanmar, with a depth of 2 kilometres, about 82km northeast of Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai, at 11.03pm on Monday and was felt in northern Thailand, the Thai Meteorological Department's Earthquake Observation Division reported.

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First vaccine batch due later this month

Thailand's first batch of 1,000 monkeypox vaccine doses is expected to arrive later this month, but the authorities have yet to decide who should get them first, according to the Department of Disease Control (DDC).

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Saving Songkhla's last dolphin pod

The last pod of 14 Irrawaddy dolphins in Songkhla Lake in southern Thailand could become extinct within eight years if a conservation plan is not implemented immediately, says the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources.

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Not human, but humane

Kati posted photos of herself in four provinces -- Tak, Trat, Satun and Ubon Ratchathani -- on the same day. Meanwhile, Wunni appeared in an ad with short hair, and the next day, she was in a commercial with long hair.

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Saxophone premiere for His Majesty's birthday

To celebrate the auspicious occasion of King Vajiralongkorn's 70th birthday on July 28, a fantastic, brand new Concerto For Alto Saxophone And Orchestra was commissioned and performed by the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO) at the Thailand Cultural Centre on July 22. Composed by Thailand's foremost classical composer Prof Narongrit…

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Move your body

With eight fitness clubs in Thailand, Virgin Active invites people, regardless of age or fitness level, to sweat out under the "Every Move Counts" campaign.

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SAF Special Steel preps for MAI listing

SAF Special Steel Plc, a distributor of premium steel in Thailand, is pushing ahead with its plan for an initial public offering (IPO) on the Market for Alternative Investment (MAI), as the company aims to expand its business domestically.

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Siam Society to host Beethoven, Schubert concert

On Aug 17, the Siam Society Under Royal Patronage invites classical music lovers to join in to see special performances of Beethoven and Schubert's early string quartets by Pro Musica Quartet. Since Thailand does not have a regular, full-time string quartet, this is quite a rare opportunity to hear the…

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Amata upbeat on land sales in the second half

SET-listed Amata Corporation Plc, an industrial estate developer and operator, expects investments in Thailand to recover in the second half of this year, driving up land sales on its industrial estates towards a 1,000-rai target.

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Last-mile delivery set to grow by up to 15%

Thailand's last-mile delivery business is expected to grow 10-15% to 98 billion baht in 2022 despite intense competition and rising fuel costs, says Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).

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