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- Deliver knowledge in easily digestible bite-size morsels29.07.2010To get the maximum result out of classroom instruction, it is necessary for teachers to understand the psychological processes that affect how a student learns. Knowledge of how human cognition works can enhance teaching and learning.While ut... full text
- With its first director now in charge, the upgraded Thai Film Archive aims for an expansion that will make Bangkok a centre of film culture in Southeast Asia28.07.2010With its first director now in charge, the upgraded Thai Film Archive aims for an expansion that will make Bangkok a centre of film culture in Southeast Asia.Archivist Dome Sukavong said that of the National Film Archive at its 20th anniversa... full text
- A new national police chief23.07.2010A new national police chief is expected to be named by next month, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says.The prime minister said yesterday he will call a meeting of the board of the Royal Thai Police next month to discuss a national police ch... full text
- A rare elephant round-up ritual has been performed in Trat to return a stray wild elephant to its natural habitat22.07.2010Elephant shamans and mahouts from Surin perform rituals before they begin to help Plai Thang.The ritual, which took place yesterday, is usually only seen in shows for tourists in Surin, a province long renowned for the skill of its elephant h... full text
- Public holidays throw spanner in the works19.07.2010Voter turnout is expected to play a decisive role in the battle between the Democrat and Puea Thai parties for a lone parliamentary seat in this coming Sunday's Bangkok by-election. While there are contenders from six parties vying for ... full text
- Cancer care combines conventional medicine, herbal therapy and new technology,16.07.2010As one of Thailand's last remaining free cancer treatment centres, the Arokhayasarn building in Wat Khampramong, situated in Sakon Nakhon's Phanna Nikhom district, has offered palliative care to almost 2,000 patients to date, combining alternativ... full text
- The MegaCity Vehicle project has been officially revealed with the first ones ready to hit the showroom in 201314.07.2010The MegaCity Vehicle project has been officially revealed with the first ones ready to hit the showroom in 2013. BMW’s illustration of MCV reveals a very efficient package.- Ah, so BMW believes the future is electric...BMW say... full text
- The all-new Cayenne was one of the highlights of Porsche's global promotional tour13.07.2010The 3rd edition of the Porsche World Roadshow (PWRS) held in Singapore last week featured the all-new Cayenne and the exceptional handling of the Panamera, the latter joining the PWRS for the first time in the tour's history. The pur... full text
- A guinea pig website unites a caring community of pet lovers12.07.2010Though it's a kind of rodent, the guinea pig, also known as cavy, is regarded as a fantastic choice for a pet. This tiny creature has made its way into many households with its cute personality and lovely nature that has been fascinating pet love... full text
- The local community of this old resort town aims to keep its rich cultural heritage alive and attract new visitors through a new cultural centre08.07.2010When mentioning Cha-am, what comes to mind? Deep blue sea and beautiful beaches? Yes, of course. But that is only one small aspect of this resort ... full text
- Beethoven07.07.2010A century ago, at a time when the composer had been dead for 80 years, Beethoven's late quartets were still unknown to most concertgoers. Other composers, even giants with colossal egos like Berlioz and Wagner, heard them for the humbling masterp... full text
- Abhisit Vejjajiva received angst and praise in a phone-in05.07.2010'No matter where I sit, people talk politics - [and] what they say is that Thaksin can, but Abhisit can't," said a male caller from Buri Ram. "That is what everyone says. Thaksin can make things happen. Thaksin can help us. Abhisit can't."&nb... full text
- The "6 Days, 63 Million Opinions02.07.2010The "6 Days, 63 Million Opinions" programme got off to an inauspicious start yesterday when a sudden influx of phone calls caused a telephone exchange at Government House to shut down. The overload took place during a live broadcast ... full text
- Deduction proposed for readers also01.07.2010The local book market could see double-digit growth if the government approves a waiver of value-added tax for publishers and a tax deduction of 10,000 baht for individuals on book purchases, says the Publishers & Booksellers Association of T... full text
- Apple finally release the iPhone 4 to an expectant market28.06.2010"This changes everything. Again." is the tagline adopted by Apple for the launch.As mentioned in last week's column, HTC drew at least level with the iPhone 3GS with the recent release of its Desire model, so the pressure is on Apple to go ah... full text
- City mulls curbs on inner city car parks24.06.2010The owners of buildings along the city's mass transit lines could be told to remove car parking spaces, in a law change proposed by City Hall.The plan is intended to dissuade motorists from bringing their vehicles into town, but could also de... full text
- City mulls curbs on inner city car parks24.06.2010The owners of buildings along the city's mass transit lines could be told to remove car parking spaces, in a law change proposed by City Hall.The plan is intended to dissuade motorists from bringing their vehicles into town, but could also de... full text
- As an introduction to the big event, an eve-of-World Cup celebration dinner with wines from each national team's country was right on target21.06.2010With 12 qualifying countries represented at the table, 12 wines served with the six-course banquet, and the 12 ambassadors and their spouses as guests of honour, "Fifa World Cup 2010 - the Table Reunited" was a Plaza Athenee Bangkok wine boutique... full text
- Murder attempt charge fails18.06.2010The Criminal Court has acquitted a man accused of attempting to murder a woman who sued the owner of a popular cosmetic surgery clinic for damages.The court yesterday cleared Prakob Srinak of charges of trying to murder Apassanan Thitichotepr... full text
- Teachers and students should devote sufficient time to the art and skill of creating word cards16.06.2010Learning new vocabulary is a challenging task that is further complicated when habits that students use to take an unknown word from passive use to active use are not effective.A Thai student from the Wat Mahan Bilingual School, left, shows a... full text
- The government wants to promote social enterprises15.06.2010The government wants to promote social enterprises as a key tool to narrow income gaps and tackle social disparity and poverty as part of its ambitious programme for national reconciliation.State financial support, Board of Investment privile... full text
- There is a big difference between buying the latest fashions in LA and Bangkok10.06.2010Just arrived back from a clothes shopping trip in Los Angeles. Hardly justification for a column, I know, but bear with me. Things get a little more deep and meaningful as we progress. Buffalo Exchange is a popular clothing shop for ... full text
- addictive website Arts & Letters09.06.2010That addictive website Arts & Letters Daily recently posted links to a collection of articles that expressed sympathy for the brilliant young Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel _ and he needs it. He has fallen victim to what might be called... full text
- In wake of Bangkok riots, businesses realise they must be better prepared and security services gain new clients08.06.2010Chaos reigns throughout the capital, with skies blackened from burning tyres and smoking buildings. Bands of rioters roar up and down the roads, red flags flapping from their motorcycles. The police and armed forces are nowhere to be found.... full text
- Thaicom threatens to join if terms are better04.06.2010The Information and Communications Technology Ministry may call an open bid to build, launch and operate another satellite in order to encourage competition in the commercial satellite industry now operated solely by Thaicom Plc.The move is seen ... full text
- Bhumjaithai orders Puea Pandin out of fold03.06.2010Differences among the government coalition partners have blown up in the government's face after Puea Pandin Party MPs withheld their vote of confidence in two ministers from the Bhumjaithai Party.Bhumjaithai lashed out at Puea Pandin followi... full text
- The on-and-off romance that is stifling technological advancement in Thailand c02.06.2010There are times when having an engineer in the room when big business deals are being hammered out would make sense. One such incident would be the way ToT and AIS are going about their 3G roaming on-again, off-again disagreement.It was durin... full text
- A Bangkok-based American entrepreneur takes taco franchise abroad31.05.2010No matter how bad life may be, everyone has to eat, and good food really does cross all boundaries in today's global village we now seem to be living in. In that spirit, an American entrepreneur who started a taco restaurant chain in Bangkok is n... full text
- Restoring bangkok26.05.2010Local and international human rights activists are calling for the urgent establishment of an independent panel to investigate the deadly clashes between security forces and red shirt anti-government protestersA network of local civic groups ... full text
- Social network traffic key driver25.05.2010Although the political turmoil of recent weeks will inflict heavy losses on many businesses, telecom companies have seen a windfall from massive demand for data services, especially social networking such as Facebook and Twitter.Advanced Info... full text
- The nutrition for avoiding cancer19.05.2010About 300,000 people in Thailand have died from cancer annually since 2000, the Public Health Ministry reported."Cancer is the most common cause of death for the past decade," Public Health permanent secretary Paichit Sarachit said on Sunday.... full text
- Advanced in-car computer systems set to revolutionise road travel,14.05.2010Sudden breakdowns of vehicles often cause road accidents and affect other motorists. But driving in the future could become safer and more pleasant as drivers benefit from a communication system enabling vehicles to communicate with each other.... full text
- Displaying everyday objects from years gone by, the House of Museums is an immensely interesting and surprisingly fashionable destination on the outskirts of Bangkok13.05.2010'Keep it! Tomorrow's antique," is the short yet meaningful slogan inspired by Anake Nawigamune, one of the founders of the charming House of Museums on Sala Thammasop Road. Though relatively small in size, the museum compound run by Ana... full text
- Craving a glimpse of Bangkok peace in the good old days? A visit to the Khlong Bang Ramat community in inner Bangkok can help ease your need for nostalgia11.05.2010We were there on a special day. Dessert stalls featuring all sorts of traditional sweets lined the walkways. A Thai-style performance was attracting a large crowd to the floating theatre. And many locals had transformed their canal-side homes int... full text
- The global media coverage of unrest and violence in Bangkok has frightened a lot of travellers away and put the brakes on an otherwise promising recovery10.05.2010Since the state of emergency was imposed in Bangkok in April foreign arrivals are down at least 20% from the same period a year ago. The impact on some hotels in the capital has been severe, and comes at a time when the industry was just beginnin... full text
- It is just 45km north of downtown Chiang Mai, but the contrast Ban Pong presents to life in the city is staggering07.05.2010Just an hour's drive north of downtown Chiang Mai is Ban Pong, a farm community nestled in a valley ringed by lush foliage and paddies so peaceful that I immediately took to it because of the contrast it was to city life.Located in Mae Taeng ... full text
- Political tensions dampen consumption05.05.2010Inflation slowed last month with the consumer price index rising by 3% from the year before, the Commerce Ministry said yesterday.This compares with a 3.4% year-on-year rise in March, 3.7% in February and 4.1% in January.Ministry official... full text
- On Labour Day, `Muse' salutes the real `movers and shakers' of the big city03.05.2010Did you know? The public toilets at shopping malls do not clean themselves. The cheap lunch dishes we eat do not cook themselves. The rubbish bins do not empty themselves. The fallen leaves on the road also do not walk to the garbage truck on the... full text
- Michelin's PS3 aims to set new benchmark for on-road performance with due regard to environmental concerns30.04.2010French tyre maker Michelin claims that its new Pilot Sport 3 or PS3 is unique in the sports tyre category because it combines outstanding on-road performance with environmental features.In a nutshell, that means great road grip while cornerin... full text
- Travelling along the 150-year-old Maha Sawat canal in Nakhon Pathom can be the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and a way to see nature and the traditional way of life29.04.2010In a canal, several children are swimming joyfully while a man in a sarong is taking a bath. Not far away, another man is taking fish out of a net. On both banks, hundreds of rai of rice is ripe yellow, while pomelo trees and lotus plants are in ... full text
- Quality of service overcomes strife fears28.04.2010SI RACHA, CHON BURI: As domestic political conflicts enter their fourth year, a few businesses have proved immune to the impacts of escalating unrest. Among them is the shipyard industry despite the fact that the business largely depends on the c... full text
- Oversea bangkok expansion27.04.2010JOHOR, MALAYSIA: Bangkok Bank (BBL) will focus its overseas banking expansion on Malaysia this year, although it aims to set up branches across the region, says executive chairman Kosit Panpiemras. Bangkok Bank chairman Chatri Sophonpani... full text
- Three quick tips to help you select the right mobile phone26.04.2010Three things to considerationEvery man has his price.Although not always discussed upfront, often the main criteria when buying a phone is the price. Be honest with yourself and set a realistic budget.As a rough guide, there are three... full text
- Two hours with it in my hands22.04.2010If you read that headline and are thinking of heading down to your local Apple retailer in Bangkok, don't. I was lucky enough to get my hands on a 16G iPad through the generosity of a local reader who teaches here. A friend brought him one from t... full text
- If it's ivory, it's best to avoid it19.04.2010Thailand is considered one of the world's biggest markets for trading in ivory, after Congo and Nigeria, despite the fact that state agencies have stepped up measures to control the illegal trade in ivory products.The Customs Department ... full text
- Encryption is so easy, there's really no reason not to do it09.04.2010As technology allows large amounts of data to be easily carried around wherever we go, increasing one's risk of losing precious and sensitive information in the process, I encourage more and more people to employ data encryption on their notebook... full text
- Social media changing whole business outlook07.04.2010In the typical model, businesses attempt to gain the best deal, merchants try to achieve the most profit, and buyers look to secure the lowest price. But from now on, thanks to the undeniable influence of social media, businesses can no longer co... full text
- Return from a frozen land06.04.2010Welcome home Assoc Prof Suchana Chavanich, Thailand's first female scientist in Antarctica - the world's coldest, driest and windiest continent.Marine biologist Suchana Chavanich, the first Thai female scientist to journey to Antarctica for s... full text
- Sun, Surf and seafood05.04.2010The weather is really heating up now, and when a couple of free days come along many people like to head to the beach. They can head east to Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi or Trat, or west and south, where the shoreline stretches for a thousand k... full text
- Starcom eyes digital media02.04.2010Starcom Media Vest Group, an international media-buying agent, is looking to the rise in digital media to drive its growth, with an expansion planned for digital marketing across the region. ‘‘Ad spending on digital media may seem sm... full text
- Opposition mounts to red rally01.04.2010The United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship is facing mounting pressure from groups who oppose its planned mobile rally on Saturday to force the government from office.Twenty-five tourism associations say they will gather tomorrow in ... full text
- All debtors in farm sector have total debt more than 80 Billion Baht31.03.2010The government is introducing a debt moratorium scheme for farmers worth 80 billion baht which is seen as a strategy to appease grass roots people as political divisions continue to widen.The plan was released as tension mounted after a secon... full text
- Wireless technology aids crime fight30.03.2010Attempts to apprehend criminals and car thieves have been made more effective through the application of wireless technology, and in particular the use of a dedicated police Sim card.Pol Lt Gen Somdej Kaokam, Office of Information Technology ... full text
- Negotiation between Red shirt and Prime Minister enter second day29.03.2010Today's meeting, also at King Prajadhipok's Institute, will take place shortly after the return of Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva from his one-day visit to Brunei. political tensions after two weeks of United Front for Democracy again... full text
- Cambodian PM visits Thailand to attend the First Mekong River Summit26.03.2010Special security measures will be provided for Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen during his visit to Thailand to attend the first Mekong River summit next month, Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said on Thursday.The summit will be held at the... full text
- China demanded to corporate more closely on water management25.03.2010China has agreed to provide water level data from two dams in Yunnan province until the end of this year's drought in the lower Mekong River basin, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suwit Khunkitti says.China recently sent a letter t... full text
- The extension would benefits the entire economy24.03.2010The cabinet has extended tax breaks for homebuyers for another two months to shore up the real estate market.The incentives, part of a one-year measure to stimulate the property sector, were due to expire on Sunday.The cabinet yesterday appro... full text
- The new plant will help broaden food production line23.03.2010Charoen Pokphand Foods Plc plans to invest 2-billion-baht to build an integrated ready-meal production plant.CPF, the listed flagship of the Charoen Pokphand Group, the country's largest agribusiness conglomerate, will construct the facility ... full text
- Almost Ten thousands join the convoy peacefully22.03.2010A red shirt convoy through Bangkok yesterday was generally peaceful, triggering a mixed response from residents.Traffic from Ratchadaphisek Road to Rama IV moved slowly as the convoy made its way across the city.Special Branch Police esti... full text
- The boarder provinces have imformed to monitor carefully at checkpoints19.03.2010The authorities have banned the import of fowl, fowl carcasses as well as eggs meant for breeding purposes from countries hit by avian influenza.Bird flu has recently been detected in India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Israel, Cambodia, Burma, Nepal... full text
- Thailand will lost trading competitiveness if Baht still strongest in Asean18.03.2010The private sector was concerned about the strengthening of the baht's value as it could hurt trade negotiations and exports from the second quarter of the year onward, Commerce Minister Porntiva Nakasai said.“The private sector wants the gov... full text
- The tourists are not the target of protesters17.03.2010The Tourism Authority of Thailand has reassured international operators and worldwide media that the government will ensure the safety of all tourists staying in the Kingdom."Although there is political unrest in Thailand, tourists are not th... full text
- Laos economy expanded to the second highest in East Asia after China16.03.2010VIENTIANE : Even at a time when all eyes are fixed on booming China, the impressively growing economy of Laos is capturing the attention of investors, particularly from neighbouring Thailand.The Lao economy last year expanded by 6.4%, the sec... full text
- Protesters asking the govt to leave the power and return to people15.03.2010Red-shirt protesters will gather outside a military barracks on Monday to demand the government's answer on their ultimatum that the government dissolve the House by noon or face mass demonstrations in the capital.United Front for Democracy a... full text
- Low water level hits fishermen, farmers and tourism operators in Mekong countries12.03.2010Claims that Chinese dams are causing severe drought along the Mekong River are groundless and inappropriate, Chinese government officials say.The three Chinese dams built on the Mekong River had not affected river flows downstream, embassy co... full text
- Red shirts prepare to retreat to provinces if govt hasn't fallen11.03.2010The United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship is preparing to retreat to the provinces if its mass rally against the government in Bangkok this weekend falls flat, sources close to the movement say.The UDD can only afford to keep its pr... full text
- They concern to be taken hostage if the situation turn violent10.03.2010Members of Thaksin Shinawatra's immediate family have left or are leaving the country ahead of this weekend's rally by supporters of the fugitive former prime minister.Thaksin's former wife Potjaman na Pombejra and their son Panthongtae Shina... full text
- The problems between Asean and EU are the development levels and different interests09.03.2010Thailand is expected to start a first round of negotiations toward a bilateral free-trade agreement with the European Union by the middle of the year, a move seen as necessary if the Kingdom is to remain competitive with potential rivals for E... full text
- Long-term investment would focus on logistics, water management and infrastructure08.03.2010The slow disbursement of Thai Khem Khaeng economic stimulus funds may prompt the government to extend the plan by one more year to 2013, says Korbsak Sabhavasu, the secretary-general to Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva.The latest figures show... full text
- Thaksin would do everything to change government and return to power05.03.2010Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra plans to send letters to leaders of countries worldwide to clarify the Supreme Court's seizure of his assets, Manit Chitchanklab, a former lawyer for the dissolved Thai Rak Thai Party, said.The Supreme... full text
- Drought is beginning to take on parts of country with dropping in water level04.03.2010A severe drought is beginning to take its toll on parts of the country as temperatures are expected to hit 43C this summer.Cargo barges can no longer ply the Mekong River due to a drastic drop in water levels, and farmers in some areas have b... full text
- The increasing shows improve in agricultural and industrial sectors03.03.2010The consumer price index (CPI) for February 2010 rose from the same month last year by 3.7 per cent and by 0.56 per cent over January to stand at 106.88, the Ministry of Commerce reported on Tuesday.The core CPI, which excludes fresh food and... full text
- The campaign will be in a massed rally in Bangkok on March 1402.03.2010All security agencies have been placed on high alert in the run up to a planned demonstration by supporters of ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on March 14.The order from the Internal Security Operations Command was issued yesterday a... full text
- The security guards are double in Siam areas26.02.2010Retailers in Bangkok, particularly in the prime Ratchaprasong area, say they are fully prepared to deal with any demonstrations that could coincide with the release of the verdict in the Thaksin Shinawatra assets case today.Siam Paragon shopp... full text
- The security and social instability are concerning factors from Japanese companies24.02.2010Japanese investors still see Thailand as a promising economy, despite growing concern over political instability, according to a survey by the Japan Bank for International Co-operation (JBIC).In its prospects for Japanese companies abroad ove... full text
- He will go to the world forum if Thai court doesn't give him justice23.02.2010Fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said on Monday he is preparing to seek justice from the World Court if the Supreme Court confiscates the 76 billion baht in frozen assets belonging to him and his family.In a post on his Twitt... full text
- The warnings issue follow after rally of anti-government about Thaksin case22.02.2010The United States, Britain and Australia have issued new travel advisories warning their citizens about the risk of civil unrest as the Feb 26 verdict in Thaksin's 76 billion baht assets case nears.The warnings issued yesterday followed a mas... full text
- HSBC economist said low interest would stimulate investment in real estate sector19.02.2010Thai economic growth is likely to be pushed up by domestic demand and tourist arrivals this year, according to HSBC.Frederic Neumann, the HSBC Asia-Pacific senior economist, said low interest rates and high farm prices would help spur private... full text
- Develop agriculture to be ready for a new green revolution18.02.2010The government must promote more sustainable growth in the farm sector in order to cope with dramatic global changes, especially food shortages and a warmer climate, according to agriculture experts.The Agriculture Ministry alone cannot deal ... full text
- PM said using the device over the long run would be at risk17.02.2010The government will not buy any more GT200 substance detectors after test results showed the device performs worse than a roll of the dice.The decision came after Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva was briefed yesterday on the test findings by ... full text
- Group of vendors gathered to ask for resume trading at Sanam Luang16.02.2010The City Hall committee responsible for Sanam Luang's beautification has turned down a request from vendors to be allowed to continue trading at the public ground.Bangkok Deputy Governor Thirachon Manomaipiboon, who chairs the committee, yest... full text
- The bomb is big enough to kill people and bring down the building15.02.2010An explosion close to Government House and the discovery of a bomb at the Supreme Court big enough to bring down a building have alarmed police counting down the days before a court decision on Thaksin Shinawatra's wealth. An M79 grenade ... full text
- The aircraft crews released because of no intention to use weapon in Thai12.02.2010Public prosecutors have dropped all charges against the five crewmen of an aircraft seized last December at Don Mueang airport with 35 tonnes of North Korean weapons on board.The aircraft's pilots, Ilyas Issakov and Vitaliy Shunkov of Kazakhs... full text
- The events will attract more tourists to visit Thailand11.02.2010Celebrants will spend an estimated 36.26 billion baht this weekend, when Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day coincide, according a University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce survey released on Wednesday.“Planned spending is 4.4 per cent abov... full text
- Thaksin will lose 76 billion baht if they found guilty10.02.2010The prosecution has presented its closing statement in the case of ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's 76 billion baht in frozen assets.Wirote Sridussadee, a member of the prosecution team in charge of the case, yesterday submitted the... full text
- Japan experienced for pollution will help Thailand handle the situation09.02.2010Thailand will adopt the success and experience of Japan in solving the Map Ta Phut industrial estate impasse, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says."Japan should be a good example as it expanded its economy through its industrial sector in th... full text
- Hun Sen touring Thai-Cambodia boarder will be sent to Unesco for land claim08.02.2010Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen's border visit will help Thailand press its case for ownership of disputed areas along the border, Abhisit Vejjajiva says.Hun Sen's remarks and actions during his three-day tour would be sent to Unesco's World... full text
- The new models and information board will give visitors better understanding05.02.2010AYUTTHAYA : Provincial governor Wittaya Piewphong is upbeat about a plan to improve the city's historical park to attract more tourists to the former capital."The campaign is expected to convince more visitors to visit Ayutthaya," Mr Wittaya ... full text
- Students believe the drug can make them smart to getting them high04.02.2010Abuse of over-the-counter cough suppressants at a Bangkok school is raising concerns about public education on drug use and the effectiveness of controls on drug sales by pharmacies.About 80 students, most of them in Prathom 4 and 5 (Grade 4 ... full text
- A relaxation intend to encourage capital outflows for strong Thai Baht03.02.2010The Bank of Thailand's easing of overseas investment rules is beneficial, but incentives should be offered to encourage businesses to invest abroad in the long run, says Santi Vilassakdanont, chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).... full text
- The government donates 20,000 tonnes of rice and airlift to Haitian capital02.02.2010The World Food Programme (WFP) is praising efforts made by the government and private sector to provide relief to victims of the earthquake in Haiti.The government has donated 20,000 tonnes of rice to Haiti, worth an estimated 340 million bah... full text
- Production costs for coins do outweigh those of banknotes01.02.2010The Treasury Department is currently studying the possibility of producing new 20-baht coins.Finance Ministry officials said talks have yet to be opened with the Bank of Thailand about the issue. If the department moves ahead with the plan, t... full text
- The Japanese investors consider to continue or move to others countries29.01.2010Japanese investors are worried about the Map Ta Phut environmental impasse as one-third of their investments were in the industrial estate and they hope the problems can be settled within the next six months, Yo Jisukata, president of the Japanes... full text
- The price is sheaper and the result is more effective than GT20028.01.2010The GT200 bomb and drug detetector is not the only model in use in Thailand, and the Office of the Narcotics Control Board says it is more than happy with its cheaper and more effective Alpha 6 device.The GT200 is used widely in the South for... full text
- Government expect to get higher revenue because of improved economy27.01.2010The cabinet has approved a draft budget deficit of 420 billion baht for the next fiscal year.The budget deficit in fiscal 2011, which starts on Oct 1 this year, will increase by about 180 billion baht over the expected deficit for fiscal 2010... full text
- The passengers suspect having concealed objects will be ask to screen26.01.2010Airports of Thailand is testing a full-body scanner at Suvarnabhumi airport for a month in an effort to boost security in line with other major gateways around the world.Airport deputy director Narongchai Thanadchangsaeng yesterday said the u... full text
- The Cambodians fire the rockets and spray the rangers with bullets for 10 minutes25.01.2010Thai border rangers have clashed with Cambodian troops near the Preah Vihear national park in Si Sa Ket's Kantharalak district.Twelve rangers attached to the 23rd Ranger Forces Regiment were on patrol near Huay Khanun dam, east of the na... full text
- The officer and police seized a number of weapons and ammunition in his house22.01.2010The Crime Suppression Division is gathering evidence to issue a warrant for the arrest of army specialist Khattiya Sawasdipol after raids on his house and of three of his close associates resulted in the seizure of a number of weapons and ammunit... full text
- TISI increasing shows the high confidence of business operators21.01.2010The Federation of Thai Industries expects exports this year to rise in value by 14% to 15% from last year, in line with growing industry confidence, says chairman Santi Vilassakdanont.''There is an opportunity because the first quarter this y... full text
- Airport closed due to political protests will impact economy20.01.2010Business leaders and analysts offered dire warnings yesterday about the economic impact if airport operations are once again held hostage to Thailand's ongoing political soap opera.Thai stocks fell 1.39% yesterday amid reports that red-shirte... full text
- The ministers will begin their new duties on Tuesday19.01.2010Five newly appointed ministers and deputy ministers took the oath of allegiance before His Majesty the King at Siriraj Hospital on Monday.His Majesty on Friday endorsed the new cabinet lineup proposed by Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva. ... full text
- The donation of $20,000 is the first step to help the villagers18.01.2010The government is considering sending more aid, including rice, to Haiti, says Thepthai Senpong, spokesman for Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva.The government has been criticised for not donating enough to the earthquake relief effort.Dep... full text
- Resolved Map Ta Phut problem will resume project operations15.01.2010Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says the Thai economy could grow by as much as 3.5 per cent this year.Mr Abhisit said at the 'Green GDP, Thailand's Future' seminar on Thursday morning that there was a possibility the country's gross domestic... full text
- PM wants to defuse the political tensions between Surayud and red shirt14.01.2010Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is pressing the Royal Forestry Department to move quickly on the dispute over land owned by Privy Councillor Surayud Chulanont in Khao Yai Thiang forest reserve.The prime minister yesterday said the department... full text
- The villagers in Ayutthaya borrow money from monk becuase of economic downturn13.01.2010AYUTTHAYA : Monks here are posting signs at their temples warning local people not to ask to borrow money after many villagers have refused to honour their debts to the monks.Villagers who say they have been hard hit by the economic downturn ... full text
- But many people still confuse about the side effect12.01.2010Thailand has begun free vaccinations against type-A (H1N1) flu but many people classified as being at risk remain confused about the programme.Health volunteer Aree Wattanawaranon, 62, who was among the first 50 patients listed for vaccinatio... full text
- UDD says they can't cut down the trees at Khao Yai during their planned rally11.01.2010Police are threatening to arrest members of the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship if they damage a forest reserve on Khao Yai Thiang in Nakhon Ratchasima during their planned rally today.If the UDD protesters cut down trees or a... full text
- Public prosecutors confirm he is not the right owner08.01.2010Privy councillor Surayud Chulanont is expected to lose his land on Khao Yai Thiang in Nakhon Ratchasima to the state after public prosecutors confirmed he is not the rightful owner, senator Khamnoon Sitthisamarn says.The prosecutors' decision... full text
- Suthep says Jurin has a clean image and an excellent reputation to be a new minister07.01.2010The Democrat Party is pinning its hopes on the no-nonsense approach of Jurin Laksanavisit to redeem the government's damaged reputation after he was picked on Wednesday to helm the problem-plagued Public Health Ministry.Party executives decid... full text
- The government threatened after PM revealed to dump online lotterry05.01.2010Loxley GTech Technology is threatening to sue the government for billions of baht after Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva revealed he would dump the online lottery.Company chief executive officer Trichakr Tansuphasiri yesterday said the firm w... full text
- Prison officers and police arrest them before getting in escaped car22.12.2009Authorities have foiled a plot to rescue the alleged leader of the "Flying Pig" gang and another gang member as they were taken to appear before the Taling Chan Provincial Court.The rescue attempt was planned by the two suspects while in dete... full text
- Drug production is the good way to earn money to fight wth junta for elections21.12.2009CHIANG MAI : Drug authorities have been alerted to a mass influx of methamphetamine pills across the border from Burma next month as ethnic groups aim to raise cash for weapons.It is thought that elements among the Kokang and Wa people will s... full text
- The Public Health Ministry also bans alcoholic beverages with campaigns of nude calendars18.12.2009The staff member of the PM's Secretariat Office who distributed beer calendars displaying pictures of nude models at Government House has resigned.Chitpas Bhirombhakdi said in her resignation letter yesterday she regretted the incident and wo... full text
- He will give the speech on global warming concern at Copenhagen17.12.2009Carbon emission targets will only be announced if they do not hurt the economy.Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, who left for Copenhagen last night to attend the summit on climate change, will encourage the developed world to assure developin... full text
- Expert team monitors the side-effect from taking the shots16.12.2009Thailand is scheduled to begin its first clinical trial of a type-A H1N1 flu vaccine on Friday after months of delays.The Government Pharmaceutical Organisation, which is producing the vaccine, had hoped to begin the trial on Sept 4 but had t... full text
- The LPG import will be done if the demand is higher15.12.2009Thailand will face major shortages of liquefied petroleum gas if PTT's sixth gas-separation plant in Map Ta Phut cannot open on time, said Energy Minister Wannarat Channukul.This in turn could force Thailand to raise LPG prices, particularly ... full text
- They are found after landing for refuelling and plan to stop at Sri Langka14.12.2009The crew of the aircraft held in Bangkok after it was found to be carrying a large stock of war weapons say they planned to offload part of their cargo in Sri Lanka and the Middle East, investigators say.A police source said some of the suspe... full text
- There is also video link from Thaksin giving a speech to the supporters11.12.2009About 5,000 red-shirt supporters of the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship gathered around the Democracy Monument on Thursday, Constitution Day, calling on the government to bring back the 1997 constitution, which was abolished by th... full text
- The bomb exploded before Thai and Malaysian PM touch down the airport for one-day visit10.12.2009Narathiwat: A defence volunteer has been killed and 14 other people injured in bomb attacks which greeted a visit to the lower South yesterday by the Thai and Malaysian prime ministers.Late on Wednesday, Pol Lt Col Theerapot Yindee of Sungai ... full text
- Mother of Sivarak may ask Puea Thai Party getting her son a royal pardon09.12.2009The Phnom Penh Municipal Court on Tuesday afternoon sentenced accused Thai spy Sivarak Chutipong to seven years in prison and a fine of 10 million riel, about 80,000 baht.Sivarak, 31, an employee of Thai-owned Cambodia Air Traffic Services (C... full text
- His Majesty tells Thais to join hands in returning country normal08.12.2009His Majesty the King yesterday urged Thais to join hands in returning the country to normal, and set aside personal benefits for the sake of the public interest if they want to make him happy on his birthday.Speaking to dignitaries who came t... full text
- The projects consider harmful to health and environment03.12.2009The Supreme Administrative Court has ruled to lift a ban on 11 projects at the Map Ta Phut industrial estate - but to uphold the suspension of 65 others.The court said it would allow 11 projects to resume operations as they were having little... full text
- People can access via Google Maps to plan their transportation schedules02.12.2009Commuting in Bangkok and suburban areas is becoming easier and perhaps faster as Google has integrated transit and traffic information of Bangkok on Google Maps.Through the collaboration of Google and traffic and transport agencies including ... full text
- He also says Thai government bring no happiness to Cambodia01.12.2009Phnom Penh - Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen attacked Thailand again yesterday, saying the Thai government was derisive about his country and that Abhisit Vejjajiva was the most difficult Thai PM he had ever worked with.Hun Sen told reporter... full text
- Abhisit expects to see report about the impact fron current issues30.11.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has instructed economic ministers to closely monitor the Dubai economic fallout and Vietnam's devaluation of its currency and their impact on the Thai economy.Mr Abhisit said he expects to see reports about th... full text
- The invitation is withdrawn concerning about safety from red shirts27.11.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has scrapped a planned visit to Chiang Mai after the Thai Chambers of Commerce withdrew its invitation for him to attend its annual meeting.After learning of the chambers' change of heart, Mr Abhisit said the ... full text
- The joint venture project will let QPI be the main supplier in Vietnam26.11.2009The Siam Cement Group (SCG) has signed an agreement with Qatar Petroleum International (QPI) to invest in a new petrochemical complex in southern Vietnam, according to SCG president Kan Trakulhoon.Mr Kan said the state enterprises Petrovietna... full text
- A royally sponsored bathing rite for him will be held at the Benchama Bophit Temple24.11.2009Former prime minister Samak Sundaravej died of liver cancer at 8.48am on Tuesday at Bamrungrad Hospital, his younger brother Sumitr said. Samak, 74, was the country’s 25th prime minister. As the leader of the since-disbanded People P... full text
- They are trained to explore a wooden shipwreck 18 metres below the sea23.11.2009About 18 metres below the sea off Rayong province, 15 divers from seven countries are exploring a wooden shipwreck.The exploration is part of Unesco's six-week training on underwater cultural heritage preservation.The divers are from Camb... full text
- Thailand hope Cambodia to stick the law releasing the spy18.11.2009Thailand's hopes of a quick release for Sivarak Chutipong have been dashed.Cambodian Defence Minister Tea Banh said the alleged spy will not be freed any time soon.In a phone interview with the Bangkok Post, Gen Tea Banh said legal procee... full text
- The agreement is to exchange knowledge on nuclear power next 3 years17.11.2009The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand has signed an agreement with a Chinese developer of nuclear power technology, paving the way for the country's first atomic power plant, says governor Sombat Sarntijaree.Egat yesterday signed a... full text
- A minor disturbance cause some injured after an explosive is thrown into the crowd16.11.2009The People's Alliance for Democracy delivered a six-point statement attacking convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen at a major gathering in Bangkok yesterday.Participants at the gathering, whi... full text
- The orders come after Thailand cut the 1.4 Billion loan to fund a road project13.11.2009Relations between Thailand and Cambodia have plunged even further after the two countries expelled senior diplomatic staff.The orders came yesterday on the day Thailand decided to review a 1.4 billion baht soft loan to fund a road project lin... full text
- They say Tobinfo Asia is a signal for growing tobacco industry12.11.2009Bangkok: Police and security guards have turned out in numbers to keep hundreds of anti-smoking activists at bay while protesting outside Tabinfo Asia 2009 at Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani.The tobacco industry's first major international ex... full text
- They don't want him to be an economic adviser in Cambudia11.11.2009The People's Alliance for Democracy will stage a major rally this Sunday to show its dissatisfaction with Thaksin Shinawatra's interview with the online edition of The Times of London about the monarchy and Cambodia's appointment of him as econom... full text
- People believe it bring bad luck to shopkeepers and working people10.11.2009Twelve "demon statues" at Suvarnabhumi airport believed to have brought bad luck to shopkeepers will be moved at a cost of one million baht.The guardian spirit statues will be shifted from the inner zone of the passenger terminal to the check... full text
- Japan says it create mutual benefits among Japan, China and Mekong nations09.11.2009TOKYO : The leaders of Japan and Southeast Asia's five Mekong River nations wrapped up a summit yesterday at which Tokyo pledged more than 200 billion baht in loans and grants and vowed deeper ties.Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama said ... full text
- PM says this action will let Cambodia know the dissatisfaction of Thai people06.11.2009Bangkok: The government recalled its ambassador to Cambodia on Thursday after Phnom Penh gave a job to fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, further raising tensions between the countries.The Cambodian government announced on Wednesday ... full text
- The DNA test found Jazzmen rice is not violated a patent for Hom Mali05.11.2009A DNA test of the new US fragrant rice strain known as Jazzmen shows it is developed from a Chinese strain and is inferior to Thai Hom Mali fragrant rice when cooked, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Theera Wongsamut says.Mr Theera, who ... full text
- The proposal contain six points for the govenrment to do04.11.2009Bangkok: The labour union of the State Railway of Thailand handed a six-point proposal to Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva in their meeting on Tuesday.Sawit Kaewwan, chairman of the union, said the prime minister agreed only to a call for the... full text
- Many royal members also join their Majesty with hundreds of people03.11.2009Bangkok: Their Majesties the King and Queen last night floated their krathong in the river near Siriraj Hospital. Many royal members joined Their Majesties in celebrating the Loy Krathong festival. After Their Majesties floated ... full text
- She is charged with false information post causing damage national security02.11.2009Bangkok: Two people from the securities industry have been arrested on suspicion of spreading rumours that caused a sharp drop in the stock market last month.A police source said police were also keeping an eye on a third suspect, thought to ... full text
- The Supreme Court deny his request to overturn a lower-court decision30.10.2009Canada: Rakesh Saxena, a former executive of failed Bangkok Bank of Commerce, lost his appeal at the Supreme Court of Canada and will be soon extradited to face fraud charges in Thailand, it was reported.Bloomberg reported that the Supreme Co... full text
- Indonesia won’t leave Asean29.10.2009Indonesia President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said Indonesia will never leave Asean despite its growing role in the Group of 20 rich and developing nations (G20), state news agency Antara reported. "Admittedly, I have heard some w... full text
- Cooling weather and festivities enable virus to stay in longer28.10.2009Bangkok: The Public Health Ministry is bracing for a second round of type-A (H1N1) influenza attacks in coming weeks.Reports of a second flu wave and a sharp jump in patients in the US and Mexico have prompted health authorities to issue an a... full text
- Inspectors from three agencies will be sent to inspect nightlife places27.10.2009Bangkok: Steps are being taken to regulate and punish karaoke bars and night entertainment places which overcharge customers.The move comes after at least two customers accused a karaoke bar on Ngam Wong Wan Road of ripping them off and intim... full text
- Asean agrees with Japanese EAC proposal but need more study26.10.2009CHA-AM : Asean leaders have backed Japan's East Asian Community concept but cautioned that it will not become reality overnight.The Japanese-proposed idea overshadowed the meeting of the East Asia summit yesterday which brought together 10 As... full text
- Hun Sen is willing and prepare to host if Thaksin wish to visit Cambudia22.10.2009Phnom Penh: Ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been offered a home in Cambodia by Prime Minister Hun Sen, Puea Thai Party chairman Chavalit Yongchaiyudh says.Gen Chavalit yesterday paid a one-day visit to Phnom Penh and said Hun Sen... full text
- Many come from the Armed Forces Academies retired from military service21.10.2009Bangkok: More than 50 former classmates of deposed prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra have officially joined the opposition Puea Thai Party, a source says.The move is viewed as a joining of forces of military officers whose careers were doomed... full text
- Work stoppage halfway to the destination is not reasonable20.10.2009BANGKOK, Oct 19 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said Monday that train service in the southern region is expected to resume within two days, warning the labour union of the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) not to shut down Hua ... full text
- The planned investment consist of oil, gas, electricity and general mining19.10.2009Indonesian government has set itself the target of increasing investment in the energy and mineral resources (ESDM) sectors by 56 percent from $18 billion this year to $28.063 billion in 2010, state news agency Antara quoted a cabinet minister... full text
- Prem also says to his friend as a traitor for applying to be a Puea Thai member16.10.2009Bangkok: In what is being seen as a rare move, Privy Council president Prem Tinsulanonda has admitted he urged his former aide, Chavalit Yongchaiyudh, to "think carefully" before joining the opposition Puea Thai Party."A day before he applied... full text
- The idea is to support the Indonesian government to help homeless people15.10.2009Indonesia: The United Nations' humanitarian chief and Japan's foreign minister visited quake-hit areas of Indonesia's Sumatra island Wednesday to inspect relief efforts.UN humanitarian chief John Holmes landed in the devastated city of Padang... full text
- The introduction of 3G should not bring expensive service to consumers14.10.2009Bangkok: Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva is insisting the telecoms regulator must ensure fair play for Thai bidders in any auction of 3G licences.Consumers must not shoulder the burden of expensive services, he said.The prime minister ye... full text
- The strengthening of Baht weaken of import and export and higher gold price13.10.2009BANGKOK, Oct 13 (TNA) – Bank of Thailand (BoT) Governor Tarisa Watanagase on Monday revealed the baht had now moved in the same direction with other regional currencies, but remained volatile.Recently, she said, the baht had strengthened agai... full text
- The highlight is the candle lit ceremony to pray for His Majesty12.10.2009Bangkok: More than 15,000 red shirt protesters have rallied at the Democracy Monument to call for the reinstatement of the 1997 constitution. The United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) protesters gathered at the monume... full text
- Witthaya already confirms Puea Thai's support for the constitution amendments09.10.2009Bangkok: The opposition chief whip has joined his government coalition and senate counterparts in pushing ahead with proposed amendments to six areas of the constitution, raising speculation of a rift in the Puea Thai Party.Opposition whip Wi... full text
- German company will take operation for the first few years08.10.2009An overseas company will operate the express rail link to Suvarnabhumi Airport for the first few years of its operation, the State Railway of Thailand says.The SRT union has opposed a plan to set up a subsidiary to operate the service, so an ... full text
- The new party aims to promote the clean politics free from corruption07.10.2009The founder of Thailand's "Yellow Shirt" protesters, an arch-rival of fugitive ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, was Tuesday voted leader of the movement's new political party, the group said.Sondhi Limthongkul, who led a blockade of Bangkok's a... full text
- Driver carelessness is the possible cause of serious train accident06.10.2009Driver carelessness is suspected as a possible cause of a train derailment at Khao Tao station in Prachuap Khiri Khan which has left eight people dead and another 88 injured.The Bangkok-bound express train from Trang derailed at Khao Tao stat... full text
- Investors may withdraw investment in Stock Exchange if the order drags on05.10.2009BANGKOK, Oct 3 (TNA) – Thailand’s Finance Minister Korn Chatikavanij on Friday conceded that foreign investors are concerned over the Central Administrative Court’s order regarding 76 industrial projects in the Map Ta Phut industrial estate in th... full text
- The floods damage in many provinces and cause the schools closed02.10.2009Storm Ketsana continued its destructive path across the country yesterday, killing a man in Pattani and causing floods in many parts.Authorities are attempting to assess the damage from Ketsana which began as a typhoon before being downgraded... full text
- The 7.9 magnitude earthquake comes after the tsunami on Western Samoa01.10.2009A powerful underwater earthquake has struck off the the coast of Indonesia's Sumatra island. The 7.9 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday damaged hundreds of houses, destroyed bridges and started fires in the costal city... full text
- Thai PM plan to fine a peaceful solution for Preah Vihear situation30.09.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva yesterday hit out at his Cambodian counterpart, Hun Sen, for saying Thai trespassers would be shot if they entered into an area along the common border disputed by the two countries. "Whenever he giv... full text
- He also sentenced to suspension the jail term for a year29.09.2009The Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Political Office Holders yesterday convicted former house speaker Yongyuth Tiyapairat on charges of submitting a false asset declaration. The National Anti-Corruption Commission had accused ... full text
- The 6m flood is the biggest disaster in more than 4 decades for Manila28.09.2009MANILA: At least 106 people were killed and more than a quarter of a million displaced after tropical storm Ketsana dumped the heaviest rain on The Philippines capital in more than 40 years, officials said yesterday.Manila and surrounding are... full text
- The vaccine development show the evidence about effective HIV vaccine25.09.2009The world's largest HIV/Aids vaccine trial - conducted in Thailand over the last several years - shows that it's now possible to produce a powerful prevention against the viral killer. "The outcome represents a breakthrough in HIV vaccine de... full text
- The three men thief make the biggest heist in Thailand24.09.2009Bangkok: Three men posing as customers stole $1.7 million worth of jewels from a Bangkok gems fair over the weekend in what police on Monday called the biggest heist in recent memory in Thailand. The men entered a booth at the Bangkok Gems ... full text
- It become the front-runner in the fight to address climate change23.09.2009UNITED NATIONS: China's ambition to grow quickly but cleanly soon may vault it to ''front-runner'' status — far ahead of the United States — in taking on global warming, the U.N. climate chief said Monday.China could steal the show by unveili... full text
- His Majesty is admitted to Siriraj Hospital after suffering from fever22.09.2009His Majesty the King's fever has dropped but he still suffers from loss of appetite, the Royal Household Bureau said in a second statement released on Monday.Doctors continued to treat the King with intravenous drips and antibiotics, it said.... full text
- The 13rd office abroad will attract more investment from Scandinavia21.09.2009BANGKOK, Sept 20 (TNA) -- In an bid to draw more investment to Thailand from Scandinavian countries, the government’s Board of Investment (BoI) will open its new overseas office in the Swedish capital of Stockholm this week. Industry Minist... full text
- The ISA law may be applied for short period and not cause negative impact18.09.2009BANGKOK, Sept 17 (TNA) - The Internal Security Act (ISA) may be applied in at-risk areas to maintain law and order and ensure public safety during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Cha-am and Hua Hin in October, accordi... full text
- The project will create 34,000 jobs and $200m export a year17.09.2009Work began on Wednesday on a Mauritius industrial zone in which a Chinese consortium will invest 750 million dollars in the Indian Ocean island's biggest ever investment project.The work was officially launched at a ceremony by Prime Minister... full text
- Core i processers launched to serve needs of high performance technology16.09.2009Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors - formerly codenamed "Lynnfield" - use the latest chip based on Nehalem micro-architecture and are designed to serve consumer needs including high-definition (HD) video, games and photos, high performance digi... full text
- The skipper is arrested while fishing in Japan exclusive economic zone15.09.2009Taiwan sent coast guard vessels to disputed waters in the East China Sea after Japan arrested a skipper from the island, accusing him of illegal fishing, officials on both sides said Monday.The Coast Guard Administration told AFP it had dispa... full text
- Ex-PM will use his network to carry out underground operations14.09.2009The People's Alliance for Democracy yesterday warned that former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra would resort to violence to try to destroy the government. Suriyasai Katasila, secretary-general of the PAD's New Politics Party, sai... full text
- Hospitals in Asian should prepare for a surge of severe cases11.09.2009KATHMANDU: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday urged Asian countries to prepare for a surge in swine flu cases as the northern hemisphere’s winter approaches. Much of Asia has so far been hit relatively lightly, but the WHO said ho... full text
- The transfer comes after his involvement in police crackdown on Oct 710.09.2009National police chief Pol General Patcharawat Wongsuwan yesterday decided to call it quits a few hours after being transferred to an inactive post at the Prime Minister's Office. His abrupt resignation raised the spectre of increased politica... full text
- China schedules to launch a mass vaccine programme to inoculate people09.09.2009Beijing - China said on Tuesday the country was facing a "grim" situation in its efforts to stave off fresh outbreaks of swine flu, as monitors in France said the number of cases there was much higher than claimed. The pessimistic ne... full text
- Greenhouse gas emissions will be cut after the use of green fuels08.09.2009The share of alternative fuels in Thailand's total energy consumption is expected to rise sharply in the next 15 years, allowing the country to cut greenhouse gas emissions by nearly fourfold. Under Thailand's 15-year alternative ene... full text
- Intelligent students should become country leaders for better development07.09.2009The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) in Bangkok helps bright students find better educational opportunities. Acting director Naree Vongsirojgul recently shared with The Nation its goal of having these inte... full text
- Government agree issueing passport to Mong to join the Japanese competition04.09.2009The government has agreed to issue a temporary passport to a Thaiborn son of Burmese workers so the "stateless" boy can test his skills in a paper aeroplane contest in Japan. Mong Thongdee, 12, was expected to receive the passport by late y... full text
- Many Indonesian people are homeless after 7.0 magnitude quake in Java03.09.2009A disaster management official says the death toll from a powerful Indonesian earthquake has more than doubled to 42. Social Affairs Ministry official Mardi says more than 700 houses and buildings have been badly damaged in Wednesday’s ... full text
- 2,000 selected customers are given 3G mobile with 5 GB from DTAC for trial02.09.2009DTAC yesterday started a 100-million-baht third-generation (3G) wireless broadband trial on its analogue 850 Megahertz frequency in inner Bangkok. The first phase of the trial only features 18 base stations covering Chulalongkorn Uni... full text
- Several red flags are flying to prevent swimmers accidents as heavy rain01.09.2009PHUKET, Aug 31 (TNA) – Phuket officials raised red warning flags along the normally welcoming beaches in the famous resort island province, aiming to warn tourists of the dangers of swimming when seas are too high, after a foreign visitor went mi... full text
- Japanese voters swept the power to DPJ with more than 300 seats31.08.2009Japanese voters swept to power an untested centre-left party Sunday in an electoral avalanche that ended more than half a century of almost unbroken conservative rule, according to exit polls.The opposition Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), le... full text
- Abhisit describe the audio tape as a dirty trick from ex-PM network28.08.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva yesterday denied ordering a violent dispersal of the red shirts during the Songkran mayhem in April, insisting the audio clip featuring his voice was edited. He described the audio tape as a "dirty t... full text
- The country may lose trade opportunities if the conflict go ahead27.08.2009BANGKOK, Aug 25 (TNA) – The country’s ongoing political conflict will remain a key pressure on Thailand’s economic growth and make the country lose further economic and trade opportunities if the conflicts escalate, according to the Board of Trad... full text
- Typhoon that causing the worst flooding kills nearly 500 people in Taiwan26.08.2009Taiwan on Tuesday confirmed that 461 people were killed while 192 were missing after Typhoon Morakot struck two weeks ago causing the worst flooding in the island's history.The latest figures included 318 confirmed deaths from the worst-hit s... full text
- 17 year-old girl died of severe infection resulting from orthodontic procedure25.08.2009A 17-year-old schoolgirl in Khon Kaen died of severe infection resulting from an orthodontic fashion procedure performed by an unauthorised practitioner. The autopsy report on Juthamas Chaiyason cited "thyroid poisoning" and "cardiac... full text
- All passengers are saved from ship sank in the Andaman sea24.08.2009PHANGNGA, Aug 23 (TNA) – A Thai freighter and a passenger boat sank after encountering a severe storm in the Andaman Sea but all crew and passengers were rescued and safe. A ship carrying carrying a cargo of 1,200 logs from Myanmar to Vietn... full text
- Industrial investment projects have been given to go ahead21.08.2009Investment projects waiting in the pipeline worth almost 400 billion baht have been given the go-ahead for permit approval with the support of Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, according to the Industry Ministry.However, new projects categori... full text
- Malacca Bridge over strait is good opportunity for Malay and Indo20.08.2009KUALA LUMPUR: The proposed Straits of Malacca Bridge between Malacca and Riau in Sumatra will open up economic opportunities between Malaysia and Indonesia.“Malacca has a population of 800,000 and has 40,000 vehicles including buses and lorri... full text
- Thaksin's phone-in breaking a promise with UAE government19.08.2009BANGKOK, Aug 18 (TNA) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) expressed concern Tuesday that ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on Monday telephoned his address from Dubai to his supporters in the Thai capital before they submitted the petition to... full text
- Thai rice-farming businesses has problem with Foreigner's own land18.08.2009The government has found that foreigners in Thailand are controlling vast areas of land - from 10 rai up to 10,000 rai - through rice-farming nominees, in breach of the Foreign Business Act (FBA). By law, land for agriculture is restricted to... full text
- Abhisit wants to eliminate deceptive gangs from the airport17.08.2009BANGKOK, 16 August 2009 (NNT) – Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva travelled to Suvarnabhumi Airport yesterday to rid deceitful taxi drivers, deceptive guides, and other ill-intended gangs there in order to regain tourist confidence in using airpor... full text
- The signature for royal pardon will be submitted to the court on Monday14.08.2009More than six million people have signed their names against the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship's petition for a royal pardon for Thaksin Shinawatra, Interior Minister Chavarat Charnvirakul said on Thursday.Mr Chavarat said t... full text
- ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting start under tight security13.08.2009BANGKOK, Aug 13 (TNA) – The 41st ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting (AEM) and related meetings starts Thursday in Thailand’s capital of Bangkok under tight security.The meeting is hosted by Thai government as chairman of the Association of Sout... full text
- A lucky girl got 1 million ฿ prize in the Panda's name competition11.08.2009'Lin Ping' wins the competition with more than 13 million votesPraifa Srihakhom, a child from Sakhon Nakhon, won the Bt1-million prize in the competition to name Chiang Mai Zoo's panda cub yesterday, while the zoo revealed it would set up Fac... full text
- Myanmar may have to leave ASEAN because of the nuclear plant violation10.08.2009JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug 8 (TNA) -- Myanmar may be forced to abandon its Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) membership if it is found to have a nuclear reactor in the country, ASEAN Secretary-General Surin Pitsuwan said on Saturday.... full text
- Government will do nothing for oil price if not reach $9007.08.2009The government will not subsidise fuel prices unless world oil prices exceed $90 per barrel, or diesel prices top 35 baht a litre, says Pornchai Rujiprapha, the permanent secretary to the Energy Ministry.Under the current tax and State Oil Fu... full text
- Thai and Cambodia aims to boost tourism by using a single visa06.08.2009BANGKOK, Aug 5 (TNA) - Thailand and Cambodia on Wednesday agreed to speed up a single visa plan under the Ayeyawaddy-Mekong-Chao Phraya Economic Cooperation (ACMECS) grouping, to boost tourism between the two neighbours.Thailand's Minister of... full text
- A pilot dead and many passengers injured after the plane crash05.08.2009BANGKOK (AFP) – A pilot was killed and seven passengers hospitalised Tuesday when a Bangkok Airways jet skidded and hit an old control tower as it landed on Thailand's resort island of Ko Samui, the airline said.Thailand's public ... full text
- PM wants peaceful and happy return to Thai people04.08.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva wants two things as his birthday presents - one is Thailand to be a peaceful country and the other is Thais to be happy. Abhisit and his family gave food offerings to nine monks of Wat Daowadung to m... full text
- CP is making its products available at 7-Eleven in Japan03.08.2009CP is making headway in Japan with its products now lining 7-Eleven shelves across the country,Marking another milestone of its success overseas, the Thai agricultural conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group will make its products available at 7-... full text
- Al-Qaeda aims to kill Christians players of English club in Indo31.07.2009The suicide bombers who attacked two luxury hotels in Indonesia this month aimed to kill members of the Manchester United football team, according to an internet message allegedly written by the fugitive leader of an al-Qaeda faction. The mes... full text
- Highlight for 6 months gov't performance is free service education30.07.2009One of the highlights for six-month government performance is the free service for 15-year compulsory education nationwide, PM's Office Minister Satit Wongnongtaey said on Tuesday."The government has made it possible for the first time for 12... full text
- The Finance Ministry will consider to support the foreigners29.07.2009The Finance Ministry will consider amending laws for the state-owned SME Bank to facilitate lending to foreign-owned businesses, according to deputy finance minister Pradit Phataraprasit. The ministry yesterday hosted a Business Matc... full text
- Citi picked up the best and the largest bank in Asia28.07.2009Citi was named best regional bank in Asia by editors of Euromoney magazine for the 10th year running. Citi also picked up best bank in Singapore, best at cash management in Asia Pacific and best Hong Kong equity house.Commenting on the awards... full text
- Lots of people gathered for ex-Thai prime minister birthday27.07.2009BANGKOK -- Thousands of supporters of Thailand's fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra gathered at temples across the country Sunday to celebrate his 60th birthday, police said. Around 60 temples were expected to hold Buddhist c... full text
- US steps to revive ties with ASEAN24.07.2009PHUKET, Thailand: US President Barack Obama’s administration is bidding to counter China’s growing clout in Southeast Asia with steps to revive ties with a region of nearly 600 million people. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton signed a friends... full text
- China called on the Thai government to guarantee rice price23.07.2009Unstable prices and exchange rates are threatening the competitiveness of Thai rice exports to China, one of the major importers of Thai Hom Mali rice. Xiong Gao, general manager of Chinese importer Chendgu Jinxiong Trading, said imports ... full text
- Thailand needs some help to develop progress indicators22.07.2009Nobel prize winning economist Joseph Stiglitz will be invited next month to help develop country progress indicators to be used along with GDP, as Thailand's 11th economic development plan would focus on sustainable development. ... full text
- No cooperation in setting up a secret prison21.07.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva insisted on Tuesday morning that there was no secret prison for torturing terrorists in Thailand as reported by the Washington Post newspaper. Mr Abhisit said there was no cooperat... full text
- Received assistance to manufacture the model vaccine20.07.2009A model vaccine for treating the influenza A (H1N1) virus may be ready for use with humans and animals on a trial basis in August, a senior Thai Public Health Ministry official said Sunday.Dr Vithit Attavijjakul, director of the Government Ph... full text
- Files against many people10.07.2009Luksna Kornsilpa has sent a press release plus an article in Thai and English to the press today. According to the press release, more charges are to be filed against many people including police and state attorney for malfeasance. Besides ... full text
- DAW appoints Sanet as chief-coordinator for ASEAN18.06.2009On its Board Meeting of June 17th, 2009 the leading German Organisation for German-.Asien Business, the DAW in Frankfurt/Main, appointed Sanet as chief-coordinator for their activities in ASEAN economic union. The DAW includes more than 1,800 com... full text
- IP growth up from 7,3 % to 8 %17.06.2009Chine registers an astonishing 8 % rowth in Mai, up from 7,3 % in April. Q2 IP growth is expected to reach 28 %, up from 8 % in Q1. Analysts see the rason in the huge government-sponsered projects to improve growth (DB Asia Economy June 12)
- H1N1 Flu: Thai ministry fears national outbreak17.06.2009After 310 confirmed cases of H1N1 Flu Thailand prepares for a national outbreak. Several schools stay closed.
- Ministry claims to have shut down 2,000 websides08.04.2009According to a report of "Prachathai", a Thai online news platform, ARTICLE 19, English PEN and Index on Censorship today expressed concern over the ten-year prison sentence given to Thai blogger Suwicha Thakhor, a 34-year-old father of thre... full text
- "No Civil War or uprising!", PM Abhisit07.04.2009Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva insists the government will not allow "a civil war or a people's uprising" as fears of a possible bloodbath were raised ahead of Wednesday's major red-shirt protest at Government House.In a special televised addre... full text
- Philippine President should02.04.2009Representatives of media advocacy and journalists' groups in Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, who converged in Manila from March 21 to 24 on a special mission sponsored by the Southeast Asian Press Alliance (SEAPA) to mark the fourth a... full text
- "Cambodians Fat and pot-bellied", Maurits von Pelt.02.04.2009“Phnom Penh: As living becomes more modern and nourishing food increases, Cambodian people are facing two types of diseases that up to one million people have: diabetes and hypertension. “The director of the Disease Information Center which is tr... full text
- ASEAN Economy will shrink by 10 %02.04.2009
Thailand’s PM Abhisit, currently also chairman of ASEAN fears that ASEAN’s economy might shrink more than 10 % in 2009. For his own country he anticipates up to 2 Million job losses during the next months.
- Chinese don't trust in Thai political situation22.03.2009Chartered flights by Chinese tourists during the Songkran festival are expected to be halved from around 80 last year, according to the Thai-Chinese Tourism Alliance Association. "Chinese tourists are not confident toward Thai politics after red-... full text
- Sanet will report about Thai Politics17.03.2009On March 25th, 2009 the DAW (German Asian Business Association) will hold it’s a Annual General Meeting in the Frankfurt Press Club. Speaker and special guest will be Sanet’s Managing Partner from Bangkok, Dr. Gunter Denk, who will give an overview o... full text
- China supposed to become biggest car market world wide16.03.2009For the first time in history, in January 2009 China sold more cars into his domestic market than the USA. Experts expect China to become the biggest car market of entire world by the end of 2009.
- Vietnam to Invest US$ 50 Billion In Coastal Economic Zone14.03.2009Vietnam has approved the plan to invest US$50 billion to build an economic belt along the northern coast. Upon completion, the area's economic growth is expected to grow 1.4 to 1.5 times more than Vietnam's GDP growth by 2020 and account ... full text
- Gucci & Co. make life hard vor copy vendors04.03.2009The Silk Street Market in Beijing is famous among locals and tourists alike as a massive mall of fake designer goods. Now Silk Street vendors of counterfeit bags and clothing are protesting a crackdown on their stalls by the Beijing Silk St... full text
- 20 Million migrant wokers without job04.03.2009As the global financial crisis continues, China sees its reach affect its textile factories. The demand for textile has decreased worldwide, causing factories in Shaoxing, China’s textile capital, to be shut down and millions of workers laid off.... full text
- CHINA: Trockenheit im Norden dauert an02.03.2009Die derzeitige Trockenperiode im Norden Chinas wird als die Schlimmste der letzten 50 Jahre betrachtet. Sie führt nicht nur zu einer schweren Missernte der wichtigen Weizenfarmen der Region, sondern gefährdet auch die Trinkwasserversorg... full text
- Rund 800.000 Menschen AIDS-positiv in China27.02.2009Mit erwarteten rund fast 10.000 Toten wir AIDS 2008 erstmals die Tuberkulose und Tollwut von Platz 1 und 2 der tödlichen Infektionskrankheiten ablösen. Insgesamt sind in China fast 800.000 nachweislich AIDS-positiv, rund 270.000 bereits erkrankt.... full text
- PM refuses to remove more disputed ministers04.02.2009Embattled Witoon Nambutr has resigned as social development and human security minister to show responsibility regarding the distribution of rotten tinned fish to flood victims in Phatthalung on Tuesday. Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said Thursday... full text
- 20,000 out 150,000 workers already hit by crisis03.02.2009China reports that 20 Million migrant workers have lost their jobs in the recent economic downturn. Officials had announced a number of just 6 Million until days ago.
- Tibet most sensible question to German foreign policy03.02.2009German Chancellor Angela Merkel told Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on Thursday she wanted Beijing to hold talks with Tibet’s spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama . Tibet is one of the most sensitive subjects for Western leaders to broach with China, which v... full text
- Manila: 20,000 jobs already lost03.02.2009Around 500.000 jobs are expected to become lost through the world economical crises in the Philippines. Until now already 20.000 workers have been laid off. In the Philippines every year 1,3 million young people seek for a job, while only 8... full text
- Vietnam: Inflation down to 22%03.01.2009After having reached nearly 30 % during the last months, inflation in Vietnam went down to 22 % following reports from Hanoi.
- New Thai PM: Positive prospects for foreign investments19.12.2008Despite the adverse and low democratic conditions, which have led to the naming of the new Thai Premier Minister Apishit, most of Thai people have shown to have hopes in the young politician. Apishit fell out impersonally and compensatory during ... full text
- Former power elites have finally gained grounds! How long will this prevail?15.12.2008Abshit, the Bangkok politician and leader of the democrats has been waiting for 10 years to become the prime minister since the people never gave him a sufficient majority. Finally, the military, constitutional court and extra-parliamentary oppos... full text
- Thailand wakes up and everybody lost03.12.2008After the hardly lawful dissolution of three coalition parties and the ousting of the PM through a court acting as an “emergency squad”, Thailand only knows losers: The biggest loss falls to the country as such, finding itself international... full text
- Increasing Violence following court sentence expected02.12.2008The Thai constitutional court, regarded as serving the military interest against the elected government, today dissolved the coalition parties and forced PM Somchai to resign in short. Violence increases and there is no solution in sigh... full text
- Summit in December 15th in Chiang Mai not to be postponed02.12.2008Against the request of Thai authorities to postpone the important ASEAN Summit from December 15th to sometime next spring, ASEAN leaders clearly indicated that this is not an option. If Thailand could not guarantee a save journey and conference, ... full text
- Military coup or change of democratic system will not be accepted02.12.2008The western leaders and ambassadors have made it very clear: Thailand would be worldwide isolated, if the ideas of the “yellow” PAD demonstrators would become official politics in Thailand. The PAD declared repeatedly that the wish to change the ... full text
- Tense increases in the Kingdom26.11.2008While 5 government supporters were shot by CAD demonstrators, the anti-democratic movement found little resistance by police to occupy and block the Bangkok Airport on November 25th, 2008. The government still tries its best to avoid more violenc... full text
- Airport in Bangkok Closed25.11.2008more to come
- 25.11.2008more to come
- Thailand is Mourning about Princess15.11.2008Thousands of Thais clad in black gathered around Sanam Luang to welcome and pay respect as Their Majesties the King and the Queen presided at the Friday evening merit-making ceremony at Dusit Maha Prasart Throne Hall for HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana ... full text
- Thaksin sentenced, wife set free21.10.2008By the narrowest of margins, a Supreme Court panel on Tuesday found ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra guilty of corruption in the Ratchadaphisek land deal case and sentenced him to two years in prison. His wife Khunying Potjaman was cleared of all ch... full text
- V-Day for Thaksin21.10.2008The Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions is to hand down its verdict in the Ratchadaphisek land purchase case against Thaksin Shinawatra and his wife Khunying Potjaman at 2pm on Tuesday (Bangkok Post 0700GMT). full text
- Police warnings came true03.10.2008(BangkokPost.com) Police on Friday arrested Chaiwat Sinsuwong, the first of nine wanted core leaders of the People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) after he left the home of former senator Kraisak Choonhawan. Mr Chaiwat and either other leaders of ... full text
- Somchai charged29.09.2008(BangkokPost.com) Less than two weeks after being elected prime minister, Somchai Wongsawat could lose the post and his seat in parliament over another shares scandal. Senator Ruangkrai Leekijwattana charged at the Election Commission on Monday t... full text
- Suspicious Snacks27.09.2008The Food and Drug Administration has asked distributors to temporarily remove six products - biscuits and snacks - from their shelves for fear they contain contaminated Chinese milk. From Friday, Oreo wafer sticks, Dove milk chocolate bars, M&... full text
- Suspicious Snacks27.09.2008The Food and Drug Administration has asked distributors to temporarily remove six products - biscuits and snacks - from their shelves for fear they contain contaminated Chinese milk. From Friday, Oreo wafer sticks, Dove milk chocolate bars, M&... full text
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- Soon talks betweeen new government an PAD?20.09.2008
Negotiations between the People's Alliance for Democracy and the government could begin as soon as a new government is formed, according to a key PAD leader.
- Anwar might face quite some difficulties!18.09.2008Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim must overcome a number of formidable barriers before pulling off the first change of government in Malaysia's history. MCPXThe ruling coalition, which has dominated the country since independence from Britain in 19... full text
- Thaksin's brother in law ill face opposition by PAD17.09.2008Deputy leader of People Power party (PPP) Somchai Wongsawat was elected prime minister by parliament as expected on Wednesday morning with a solid 298 votes from PPP and the coalition. The PAD (Peoples Alliance for Democracy) has allready announced n... full text
- PPP discusses Samak nomination12.09.2008
Parliament on Friday postponed a vote on a new prime minister until Wednesday after the People Power party split over whether to re-nominate sacked Samak Sundaravej and coalition partners refused to get closely involved.
- Samk ist almost back11.09.2008Two days after being kicked out of office by the Constitution Court, Samak Sundaravej is on the verge of becoming prime minister again.Mr Samak on Thursday accepted a formal invitation by the People Power party to have his name put up for nom... full text
- Party members may not accept the court's move10.09.2008Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim is back in court today over his sodomy charge where he is likely to find out fresh hearing dates for the case. The matter will be mentioned before Sessions judge SM Komathy Suppiah at the Jalan Duta Sessions Court.... full text
- Coalitions considers to re-elect ousted PM Samack10.09.2008Sacked Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej has accepted the People Power party's decision to nominate him again on Friday to lead the government, according to high ranking sources in the coalition parties.
- Thai Premier ousted by court09.09.2008
The Constitution Court has found Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej guilty of violating the Constitution with his TV cooking show. He took part in a TV cooking show ...
- Thai PM refuses to resign04.09.2008rime Minister Samak Sundaravej on Thursday dismissed claims he would resign. "Don't even think I am going to quit," he said. "The country needs a leader, and the world is watching us." Some media reports (not the Bangkok Post) featured reports th... full text
- Thai Premier Minister to resign today?04.09.2008Foreign Minister Tej Bunnag resigned on Wednesday, and Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej booked early morning air time for a special speech to the nation, as he became increasingly isolated by the militant street protests. A reliable source disclos... full text
- Criminal Court orders arrest30.08.2008The Civil Court on Friday suspended its injunction to evict the People's Alliance for Democracy from Government House, but the Criminal Court again ordered the arrest of the top nine PAD leaders. On the street, the first serious violence erupted ... full text
- Bussarakum Sriratana tritt Nachfolge von Dr. Wisan an29.07.2008Planmäßig im September 2008 wird der äußerst erfolgreiche BOI-Direktor für Mitteleuropa und Skandinavien, Dr. Wisan Tanthawichian, zurückkehren in seine thailändische Heimat. Dr. Wisan wird allen deutschen Wirtschaftsvertretern, die ihn kenn... full text
- Thai sabre-rattling towards Cambodia09.07.2008Rumours in Thailand are bitterly surviving saying that the Thai military will end the indefinite dispute between the regime and the opposition through a further coup. Just recently during the visit of the PM to China and Brunei he stated that he ... full text
- Thailand ranks world No. 15 in09.07.2008According to a ranking by the Japanese „Bank for International Cooperation“, Vietnam and Thailand place rank 3 and 4 (after China and India) of the countries with the greatest chances for foreign investments. The evaluation relates to the locatio... full text
- Claims may backfire against government01.07.2008Sodomy claims against Anwar Ibrahim could actually galvanise support for the charismatic opposition leader, analysts say, due to the widespread belief they are politically motivated. The allegations, which Anwar says are a plot to prevent him fro... full text
- A Commentary by Atiya Achakulwisut20.06.2008The worst part of the political wrangling is that it is a proxy war. Most of the actors have their hands tied, if not by law (the barring from politics of the former TRT execs) then by dogma or public sentiment (the army should not overtly stage ... full text
- Lowe Tax, more Incentives !04.06.2008Thai Government eases foreign investment and also domestic business. Several significant changes were announced through BOI: Started from July 2008, a minimum of three shareholders is required for company establishment (in the past ... full text
- Switzerland: More export investments during the next three years01.06.200810 % of a total of 300,000 Swiss SME companies will increase their export investments within the nxt three years, following a statement of Christian Cohn, Trade Officer of the ASEAN Swiss Business Hub in Bangkok. South East Asia wi... full text
- Going or going not!10.05.2008Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej called off plans for a flying weekend visit to Burma, concluding late on Friday that not even he can talk the military junta into accepting international aid for its suffering cyclone victims (bangkok Post 08/05/10... full text
- Early Elections after Amendment of Constitution?28.04.2008After the elections of 27th December 2007, which were considered a massive defeat for the armed forces, Thailand’ Election Commission (EC) has dissolved two of the current coalition parties for illegally influencing the elections. The PPP (People... full text
- China: Visa regulations massively tightened23.04.2008China currently punishes Western visitors and business travellers, mostly as a reaction to the negative press with regards to the Olympic torch relay. Repeat visas are practically impossible to obtain at the moment. Even German busine... full text
- Songkran Celebration on April 13th09.04.2008Thailand celebrates this year the New Year on April 12 and 13. The dates of the Thai New Year vary from year to year based on the lunar calendar which is valid for Thailand and Laos. Once upon a time, as part of the celebration, in showing respec... full text
- China Takes Measures01.04.2008Yesterday the State Council decided to immediately increase budgetary subsidies for grain production and the government's minimum grain procurement prices, and to provide low cost transportation facilities for agriculture products. This is ... full text
- One killed and 13 injured16.03.2008undefinedundefined Pattani - A huge explosion from a parked car at a hotel on Saturday evening killed at least two people and injured 13 others including Senator Anusart Suwanmongkol. The bomb went of... full text
- Consumer Prices Rose by 6,1 %09.03.2008China's producer prices rose by 6.1% yoy in January – the fastest pace in more than three years, up from 5.4% in December. This was higher than market expectation of 5.8% and 5.7% respectively. Component wise, the major drivers of producer price in J... full text
- Ousted PM Thaksin just arrived back in Thailand28.02.2008The Thai Airways International jetliner carrying ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra back to Thailand landed at Suvarnabhumi airport. Thousands waited to greet him with banners and signs but Mr Thaksin said he wanted to be an "ordinary citizen." His wi... full text
- Ex-Premier Thaksin returns home on Febbruary 28th, 200827.02.2008Foreign Minister Noppadon Pattama says ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be back within one to five days by private jet. Friendly websites predicted his return on Thursday by the Thai national carrier. Mr Thaksin's lead lawyer Pichit Chue... full text
- Anwar criticises gov't over rally crackdown18.02.2008AFP | Feb 17, 08 3:20pm Former deputy prime minister Anwar Ibrahim today criticised the authorities for using water cannon and teargas against ethnic Indians protesting against alleged discrimination. Saturday's rally was the lat... full text
- Growth expected to be knocked of in Q129.01.2008In recent days, extremely heavy snows have struck most of central and eastern China, causing massive disruptions to transportation, power blackout, delay in supply for raw materials and components for manufacturing, and fatal accidents. In this... full text
- Voting delayed for three days25.01.2008Voting in parliament for the next prime minster has been rescheduled from today to Monday amid reports of lobbying to ensure all coalition MPs toe the line in supporting the bid for People Power party leader Samak Sundaravej to be the premier. Ho... full text
- Thai King signs decree for first session of parliament20.01.2008On Saturday, the People Power Party (PPP) - which landed a victory in the post-coup general election - and five smaller political parties jointly announced their intention to form a coalition government. Joining the PPP in the coalition governmen... full text
- Thai Government confirms Al-Quaeda involvement18.01.2008For the first time, the government said today that southern militants are receiving aid and money from overseas, including from Osama bin Laden's Al-Qaeda group, as well as drug gangs. "The situation has intensified recently because they received... full text
- "Al Manar" switched off16.01.2008Thaicom announced on Wednesday it had ended satellite broadcasts by the Hezbollah propaganda TV channel al-Manar, a service which had brought worldwide protest. "Shin Satellite would like to confirm that the company had already terminated the Al-... full text
- B2 Biodiesel will become standard in Thailad16.01.2008Crude palm oil reserves last week fell to 86,000 tonnes, down from 98,000 in December and 150,000 last June. However, the mandatory introduction of biodiesel next month has had little impact on crude palm oil supplies, insists Chaiwat Churit, a senio... full text
- Bangkok Post: Investors fear politics yet again05.01.2008Uncertainties about the shape of the next government are likely to further weigh on weak consumer and investment sentiment over the next several weeks, according to local businessmen and economists. Many had hoped the Dec 23 election would bring ... full text
- Thailand is Mourning02.01.2008Her Royal Highness Princess Galyani Vadhana, the beloved sister of His Majesty the King, has died after a lengthy illness at Siriraj Hospital, the Royal Houselhold Bureau has announced. The princess passed away at 02:54 Wednesday morning (Source: Ban... full text
- Fair Calendar 200802.01.2008Click here to get an overview about the most important exhibitions and fairs in Thailand, China, Phillippines, Vietnam and Malaysia.
- Peoples Power Party (PPP) won 232 of 280 seats25.12.2007Hong Kong - Ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra announced Tuesday that he would return to Thailand, possibly within weeks, after the victory of his allies in weekend elections. Speaking at a press conference in Hong Kong, Thaksin said he wou... full text
- Former PM Thaksin's Supporters win 228 of 280 seats23.12.2007People Power party (PPP) continues its lead as 92 per cent of votes have been counted as of Sunday 10pm Thailand time (1500 GMT). Unofficial results showed PPP wins 228 seats while its rival Democrat party gets 166 seats from a total of 480 seats... full text
- Activists rally for right to protest19.12.2007More than 250 political and social activists demonstrated this morning outside the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) headquarters in Kuala Lumpur against the government’s recent clampdown on street protests.About 30 police officer... full text
- 115 Deaths in Indonesia16.12.2007Sunday, December 16, 2007 HANOI, Vietnam: Bird flu has resurfaced in many parts of Asia with deaths reported in Indonesia and China. Myanmar also confirmed its first human case. Indonesia, the nation hardest hit by the H5N1 virus, announced its 93rd ... full text
- Former PM Thaksin's Supporters extend their lead15.12.2007The People Power party (PPP) extended its lead in the final week of the Post Poll, an Internet survey of voters' views for the Dec 23 election. The PPP obtained altogether 52.05 per cent while the Democrat party scored 40.74 per cent. PPP ist the... full text
- US asks Malaysia to Allow Freedom of Expression11.12.2007The United States on Monday called on Malaysia to allow freedom of expression and assembly as the government of Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi widened its crackdown on dissent. "We have repeatedly raised with Malaysian authorities our ... full text
- Succesfull Sanet Projects11.12.2007In November/December 2007, Sanet management could report about two more projects being finalized successfully. One client, a manufacturer of consumer goods, had engaged the network to explore the market chances and opportunities for ... full text
- Government and Police Overreact to Indian Demonstrations06.12.2007More than 40,000 people took part in the Berish rally on November 10th, 2007 in Malaysia. Since weeks there are strong protests of the Indian population against what they call never ending discrimination in the multi-cultural society of the Islam... full text
- Dr. Denk Guest Speaker of WLN European Meeting in Madrid19.11.2007On invitation of the international Warwick Legal International Network and his Chairman Wim Weijers, in October 2007 Sanet MD Dr. Gunter Denk held a speech about „Asia for SME Business – Legal and Cultural Environment“ to the partici... full text
- THAILAND: FDI increase by 17 % - German BOI Office delivers 270 % more projects14.11.2007Germans seam to discover Thailand as a FDI Country! According to BOI Statistics already 29 Projects applied for BOI promotions at the Frankfurt office for Central Europe, and Nr. 30 (initialized bei Sanet) is on the way. This is an increase ... full text
- NEW PARTNER: Interim Manager Max A. Braendli Joins Sanet11.11.2007The regional, functional and professional improvement of the network is one of most important permanent duties of the Sanet management. Sanet “Strategic Alliance Network” means off offering expertise on many business field and r... full text
- Thai King Released from Hospital after a Stroke09.11.2007Dressed in a pink jacket, the typical colour for a Wednesday in Thailand, King Bhumibol Adulyadej presented himself to the public on November 7, 2007. Just four weeks before his 80th birthday, the Thai monarch obviously has recovered fast from a ... full text
- VIETNAM: Investments in light industries highly profitable12.10.2007Vietnam is expected as one of the fastest growing “Tigers” among the Southeast Asian economies. Economic liberalisation, adjustments to the trade rules of WTO (World Trade Organisation) and a carefully increasing political toleran... full text
- Heavy Chinese FDI in South East Asia03.10.2007Investing an amount of around 400 Million US$ in the Kingdom of Thailand, the “Red Dragon” increased its foreign direct investments (FDI) in this leading Southeast Asian market by nine times compared with the year 2006. Whi... full text
- CHINA: Strict new labour laws effective from January 1, 200830.09.2007Effective from 2008 investors in China should be aware significant changes of the labour law. As reported by FIDUCIA newsletter in August 2007 employees and workers will have the right to receive a written work contract. If the emplo... full text
- SANET Activities in First Half of 200730.09.2007Sanet is an expert network, which supports SME-Companies in Asia and Europe to establish and improve their business on both sides of the world. In a hands-on way, the Sanet-partners in the first half of 2007 supported a substantial direct investm... full text
- Aircraft Noise: Airport Management Offers Free Sleeping Pills10.09.2007Thousands of neighbours of the new Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport demonstrated on Sunday, September 9th 2007, hamperig the traffic of the access roads to the South East Asian air traffic hub. Dressed in yellow, the color of the Thai... full text
- THAILAND: August 19th Poll Confirms New Constitution20.08.2007After reporting first a victory by an overwhelming majority of nearly 68 % of the voters, the mitary junta now has to face the revised figures leaving just a tight 56 % majority for new constituion in the last Sunday poll. In the n... full text
- New Chinese Rip-off02.08.2007"Asia Bridge", a German Magazin for Asian Business lately reports abou a new rip-off being created by smart Chinese "business people": They send teaser letters to western companies, dangling a huge order waiting for them. If those poten... full text
- Sanet joins "Chinaforum Bayern e.V."21.07.2007The "Chinaforum Bavaria" or "Chinaforum Bayern e.V." is a NGO (none-government-organization) in Munich supporting the Bavarian enterprises and institutional organizations with experts knowledge and individual consulting about all relevant paramet... full text
- Fashion and Leather Fair in Bangkok08.07.2007Starting on August 22nd, the BIFF&BIL 2007 Fashion Show will take place at the BITEC exhibition centre in Bangkok/Thailand. Designers and manufacturers are ready to reveal a choice selection of traditional regional artistry blended wit... full text
- Fascinating Pictures and Reports30.06.2007An exiting new, bilingual magazine has been published lately. The Southeast Asia Magazine is a true subject of recommendation to everybody doing business or being interested to learn more about the prosperous and beautiful area between In... full text
- Private Visit of Queen Sirikit18.06.2007As we were informed by usually reliable sources, the Queen of Thailand will visit Germany in just a few days. The Thai Royal Family tradtionally appreciates Germany as a frquently visited Europan country. The visit has an inofficial and private charc... full text
- Tribunal dissolves "Thai rak Thai"-Party of Ex-Premier Thaksin31.05.2007After the decission of the Constitutional Tribunal in Thailand, only to dissolve the party of the dispowered ex-premier Thaksin, the expected unrest in the capitol of Bangkok did not take place. While the city around the Grand Palace was mor... full text
- Constitutional Court Decides about Dissolution of Major Parties29.05.2007Days before the Constitutional Court of Thailand will decide about the dissolution of the two major Thai political parties rumors about a new military coup continue to spread in the capitol of Bangkok. Although speakers of both partie... full text
- Real Estate Market in China Expected to Develop16.05.2007Effective on October 1st, 2007, the new property law of China will provide certain changes of land management. One thing will keep unchanged: Only the state can own land. Urban land is owned by the state, while rural land is owned by rural cooper... full text
- Welcome in Vietnam!22.04.2007Well prepared and giuded by the high competence of his friend Nguyen van Sung, Dr Gunter Denk held taks with high ranked politicians in four northern Procinces of Vietnam. Vice Governor Trank Ngoc Ai of Vinh Phuc Proviince, and Vice Gov... full text
- Sawadee Pee Map12.04.2007Sanet send a "Happy New Year" or "Sawadee Pee Mai" to all its friends in Thailand! The unique Thai Songkran Festival will be remembered by all foreigners who ever visited the country and had the chance to take part. Originally Thai children sprin... full text
- Bangkok Radio Stations Report about Delay23.03.2007Neither confirmed not denied has the Thai Military Junta plans reported by some radion stations in Bangkok saying that the junta (in charge since Septmeber 2006) will stay in power longer than the announced period of 12 months. Indeed, the conver... full text
- Thai Airways moves back to Airport18.03.2007On March 25th, 2007 the old Don Muang Airport will be re-opened to ease the traffic of new Suvarnabhumi Airport in the Thai Capitol. Thai Airways, Nok Air and Bangkok Airways will be the first to move their domestic operations, but other airlines are... full text
- Thai Trade Fair03.03.2007The Thailand International Furniture Fair for Home-, Outdoor-, Office- and Children Furniture will be exclusively open for Traders from March 7 - 9, 2007 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre. The top modern centre is located close to the fo... full text
- Indonesia Flash fromour Network Partner Thomas Bouhier, Jakarta16.02.2007This does not refer to the heavy floods, which destroyed mainly homes and life of mainly the Jakarta poor living close to the rivers and small creaks. The rain has stopped, poor people are busy cleaning their few remaining goods and chattels, and... full text
- Sanet Wishes a Happy New Year13.02.2007We wish all our Chinese friends and partners a very happy and prosperous Chinese New Year 2007. May you spend relaxing and peaceful days with all of your family, and don't forget: Children born in the Year of the Pig will be blessed and well o... full text
- Bour, Aquila & Partners Economical Outlook07.02.2007Dr. Martin Hüffner of AQUILA foresees economic surprises in 2007. He expects raising interest rates, strong growth in the US and the EU, but weeker situations for manufacturers of commodity products in Asia. Although China reported re... full text
- Damages May be Beyond Imagination28.01.2007After the decision to temporarily close one of the two runways and half of the taxiing area there are more and more, but still non-confirmed rumours about damages much more severe than admitted officially. Last week dozens of flights were delayed... full text
- AOT decides to repair cracks during running operation24.01.2007Yesterday late afternoon AOT (The Airports of Thailand Public Co. Ltd.) announced not to close the new Suvarnabhumi Airport due to the hundreds of cracks in the taxiing area. The authorities decided first to analyse the reasons and seve... full text
- Will New Bangkok Airport be closed today?23.01.2007Until today evening Thai authorities will decide, if the new Suvarnabhumi Airport will be closed until further notice due to heavy damages of the runways. The first heavy rain this year on January 22nd had proven these damages as critical for the... full text
- ASEAN Conference Goes for Renewable Energies16.01.2007While Vietnam and Indonesia focus on nuclear power, their allies in ASEAN Conference, especially Thailand, agreed to intensify production of renewable energies for their future supply. This is one of the results of the ASEAN meeting in Cebu City ... full text
- Fair Calender Thailand 200714.01.2007More than a dozen exhibitions will show the strength of the growing Thai economy throughout 2007. Thai products are more and more connected with an image of high quality, or why else should have BMW chosen the Kingdom as the only place outsi... full text
- ASEAN Meeting in Cebu (Philippines)13.01.2007CEBU, Janauary 12th, 2006 Bomb blasts shortly before the start of the ASEAN Conference in CEBU will not keep their members back from moving further together. The South East Asean alliance "ASEAN" connects the states between the... full text
- Bombs blast in Bangkok on New Years Eve07.01.2007Around 6:00 p.m. on New Years Eve seven bombs blasted on prominent locations in and around Thailand 's Capital Bangkok. ... full text
- Sanet opens new Business Facilities in Bangkok07.01.2007Just yards from the Motor Way exit to the new Suvarnabhumi International Airport of Bangkok, Sanet ( Thailand ) Ltd. has opened its new office location. Sanet now can offer its business services just m... full text
- Sanet presents with Augsburg AG07.01.2007On the occasion of the "Renexpo" Environment Fair Sanet partner Dr. Gunter Denk on 28.9.2006 as part of the 3rd International Forum "Environment Market in Thailand - an Ambitious Selling Market" gave a lecture of "Doing business in Thail... full text
- Sanet (Far East) Ltd. takes up business07.01.2007As a consequence of the increasing number of projects in China, a group of very successful Sanet Network-Partners joined together to establish the Hong Kong-Branch of Sanet and its Representative Office in Zhongshan/China under the name of Sanet ... full text
- Sanet (Thailand) Ltd. established in Bangkok07.01.2007To intensify the activities in South-East Asia, mainly throughout Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, the Sanet-Branch in Bangkok has started its activities under the new established company of Sanet (Thailand) Ltd. in Bangkok. The Team, lead b... full text
