Thai-Cambodia Border Economy Projected to Struggle Until 2025
More than a month after the Thai-Cambodian border clashes, seven provinces in the lower northeast and east of the country have been hit hard, affecting both local livelihoods and cross-border trade.
Thai Police Smash Chinese-Led Investment Scam Worth $20 Million
Thai authorities have broken up a massive investment fraud ring led by a Chinese businessman and his Thai ex-wife, uncovering a scam
Suspicious Gold Exports to Cambodia May Be Fueling Thai Baht’s Strength
Thailand's business leaders are raising alarms over irregular gold exports to Cambodia that may be artificially strengthening the baht and threatening the country's economic recovery.
Chinese Tourists Lost Off Koh Larn: Man Rescued, Woman Found Dead
Rescue teams found one of two Chinese tourists who went missing while jet skiing off Koh Larn, but search efforts continue for the woman who remains lost at sea.
Man Sentenced to 7 Years of Hard Labor for Criticizing Myanmar’s Election Plan
A man has been sentenced to seven years of hard labor in military-run Myanmar for criticizing the government's plans to hold elections in December, state-run media reported Wednesday.
Thai Airways Drops First Class, Focuses on Premium Business
Thai Airways will eliminate First Class within two to three years as part of a major strategy to improve its premium travel experience and regain market share.
Bangkok Safari Employee Killed in Lions Attack After Breaking Safety Rules
A zoo employee was killed by lions at a Bangkok safari park on Wednesday after violating company safety protocols, police revealed following their investigation into the tragic incident.
Army Tries to Restore Order in Nepal After Protest Violence Intensifies
Armed soldiers guarded the streets of Nepal's capital Wednesday, ordering people to stay home in an attempt to restore order after tens of thousands of protesters stormed and set fire to government buildings and attacked politicians.
Israeli Strike Targets Hamas Leaders in US-Allied Qatar
Israel launched a strike targeting Hamas' leadership in Qatar on Tuesday as they considered a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
Nepal’s PM Resigns As Protests Against the Government and Corruption Rage On
Nepal’s prime minister resigned Tuesday as protests against a short-lived ban on social media grew increasingly violent and expanded into broader criticism of his government and accusations of corruption
