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Thai Junta Leads Taxis in "Go Anywhere, No Rejection" Pledge

BANGKOK – The Thai military junta’s security unit organized a ceremony today in which more than 100 taxi drivers pledged to accept passengers regardless of their nationalities or intended destinations.

UberMoto Pitches Novel Solution to Lifting Ban: Change the Laws

BANGKOK — Transportation officials said they need to deliberate further over legal amendments proposed by Uber which would allow its UberMoto taxis to roll out again.

Thailand’s Music Lovers Declare for Spotify

BANGKOK — Music enthusiasts were prematurely vowing Tuesday to cut the VPN cord at the mere suggestion streaming music service Spotify might be coming to Thailand.

‘Big Bikes’ May be Slapped With 18% Tax, Gov’t Source Says

BANGKOK — A proposed tax hike on buyers of high-powered sports motorcycles will soon be submitted to the Cabinet for consideration for its larger carbon footprint, a source said.

Bangkok's Shopping Malls – An Overdose on Retail Therapy?

BANGKOK (DPA) — Bangkok’s newest luxury mall rises above one of the Thai capital's busiest commercial districts like an uneven jigsaw of white curves and sparkling glass.

Miss Universe Owner Says JKN Reached An Agreement With Top News

Miss Universe Organization's owner, Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip, sent a letter as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of JKN Global Group Public Company Limited...

Minor Group Rep on Tourism Future: ‘We Really Need a Travel Bubble’

BANGKOK — The director of a major hotel chain in Thailand on Tuesday urged the government to reopen the country’s borders to international tourists under special travel agreements.
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Asian Markets Rising After Corporate Gains Boost Wall Street

BEIJING — Asian stock markets rose Wednesday after Wall Street gained on strong corporate earnings amid U.S.-Chinese trade tensions.   Keeping Score Thailand's SET on Wednesday afternoon...
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Chinese Hot Pot Eateries Have Left Bangkok’s New Chinatown

BANGKOK - The crackdown forces the closure of at least 12 Chinese restaurants in Huai Khwang district, dubbed Bangkok’s new Chinatown, according to a...

No Really, Govt Tells GrabBike and UberMoto, What You’re Doing is Illegal

BANGKOK — Two alternative motorcycle taxi services were summoned by authorities Tuesday and told to get off the road for a second time.

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