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China’s Xi and Thailand’s Leader Vow to Crack Down on Scam Networks that Plague...

China's leader Xi Jinping and visiting Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra vowed to crack down on the scam networks that plague Southeast Asia as the two leaders met on Thursday in Beijing.
Power Supplies

Thailand Cuts Power Supplies to Myanmar Border Towns in Effort to Curb Scam Rings

Thailand on Wednesday cut off power supplies to areas in Myanmar where scam networks operate, following a public outcry demanding government action to tackle the problem.
Myanmar

Thailand Strikes Back with Power Cut to Myanmar Border Scam Networks

Thailand will cut electricity, internet, and fuel supplies to five locations along its border with Myanmar starting February 5, marking an unprecedented move to combat transnational crime operations,
Local Elections

Local Elections Test Political Waters for Thaksin and Rivals’ 2027 Race

The recent Thai local elections for Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO) chiefs and members on Saturday drew significant public participation across many regions.
Pollution

Air Pollution Becomes Political Battleground in Thailand

Thailand's PM2.5 pollution crisis has intensified into a political issue as local elections approach on February 1. Opposition leader Natthapong Ruangpanyawut criticized Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for attending the World Economic Forum in Davos
fta

Thailand Signs Historic FTA with European Free Trade Association

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra attended the signing ceremony of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Thailand and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) in Davos, Switzerland.
112

Thai Singer’s Scandal Case Sparks Fresh Debate on Thailand’s 112 Law

Lèse-majesté, or Section 112 of the Criminal Code, which criminalizes defamation of the Thai royal family, has unexpectedly returned to public discourse in Thailand.
Uyghurs

UN Rights Experts Urge Thailand to Halt Deportation of 48 Uyghurs to China

The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has called on Thailand to immediately stop the planned deportation of 48 Uyghurs to China, citing serious risks of torture and inhumane treatment.
Chinese

Thai Security Boost: PM Addresses Chinese Tourist Concerns with AI

Thailand has intensified its border security measures in response to recent incidents involving Chinese nationals falling victim to scam operations. The move comes after several high-profile cases
Alcoholic Beverage

Thai Lower House Passes Historic Community Alcoholic Beverage Bill

In a landmark decision, the Thai House of Representatives unanimously approved the Community Alcoholic Beverage Bill, marking a significant shift in Thailand's beverage production

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