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NESDC Cuts 2025 GDP Outlook on Trade Concerns, Debt

17 May 2025 16:57

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BANGKOK, May 19 (TNA) – Thailand’s National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.8% on Monday, citing significant risks from global trade uncertainties, particularly U.S. tariffs, and high household and business debt. The revision from 2.8% comes despite a 3.1% Q1 expansion driven by agriculture offsetting slower manufacturing. […]

Thai PM Welcomes Indonesian President on Landmark Visit

17 May 2025 16:49

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BANGKOK, May 5 (TNA) – Thailand’s Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, welcomed Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Bangkok for a state visit, marking the first such visit by an Indonesian leader in 20 years, and elevating bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. The visit, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Thailand and Indonesia, […]

Thai Monkey Advocates Seek Media Attention for Habitat Needs

17 May 2025 10:45

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BANGKOK, May 19 (TNA) – Expressing frustration over years of alleged governmental neglect, the Strong-Hearted Monkey Lovers Club has requested media attention to the need for a permanent habitat for long-tailed macaques in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian. Club President Kawinpat Mongkoltechapat highlighted the difficulties faced by 300-400 monkeys after their habitat was cleared, despite the […]

Police Raid Renowned Temple in $9M Abbot Embezzlement Scandal

17 May 2025 15:31

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NAKHON PATHOM, May 15 (TNA) – Thai police on Friday raided the prominent Wat Rai Khing temple, west of Bangkok, escalating their investigation into the alleged embezzlement of 300 million baht ($9 million) in temple funds linked to online gambling. An arrest warrant has been issued for the temple’s abbot, Phra Dhammavachiranuwat, for his suspected […]

Construction Tycoon Surrenders in Deadly Building Collapse Case

17 May 2025 11:38

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BANGKOK, May 16 (TNA) – Prominent businessman Premchai Karnasuta, CEO of Italian-Thai Development PCL, arrived in a wheelchair to surrender to police in Bangkok on Friday in connection with the deadly collapse of a new State Audit Office (SAO) building that occurred during an earthquake in Bangkok late March. A Thai court had issued arrest […]

Durian Claw Machine: Grab a Spiky Prize

17 May 2025 11:06

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AYUTTHAYA, May 16 (TNA) – A durian vendor in Ayutthaya, Thailand, has captured attention with an unusual sales tactic: a claw machine filled with the pungent fruit. For just 10 baht (about $0.27), customers can try their luck at winning a whole durian. Ms. Saranya, 33, who previously sold durian at a local market, repurposed […]

Abbot Faces Arrest in Temple Embezzlement

17 May 2025 14:57

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BANGKOK, May 15 – A prominent Thai Buddhist abbot, Phra Dhammavachiranuwat of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom, is facing arrest after a court issued a warrant for his alleged embezzlement of over 300 million baht in temple funds. The funds were reportedly used for online baccarat gambling. The abbot also holds the high-ranking position […]

Thai PM Begins Vietnam Visit, Focusing on Economic Partnership

17 May 2025 14:47

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Photo Cr. Thai Government Website HANOI, May 15 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Hanoi today for an official visit aimed at bolstering trade and investment ties between Thailand and Vietnam. Accompanied by a high-level delegation, including key ministers from transport, foreign affairs, tourism, and finance, she was welcomed by Vietnamese officials. […]

Thung Rangsit Wetland Zoo Targets 2028 Phase 1 Launch

17 May 2025 12:36

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BANGKOK, May 15 (TNA) – Thailand is developing a 120 acre- rai zoological park in the Thung Rangsit area of Pathum Thani, slated to become the world’s first dedicated wetland zoo. The initial phase of the project is expected to open in 2028, ultimately replacing Bangkok’s already closed Dusit Zoo. Natural Resources and Environment Minister […]

Thailand Offers US Five-Point Tariff Plan

17 May 2025 12:18

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BANGKOK, May 15 (TNA) – Thailand has presented the US with five proposals aimed at resolving the ongoing tariff issue, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. He expressed optimism that negotiations could lead to a reduction in US import tariffs on Thai goods to 10%, down from the current 36%. Pichai […]

Thai Court Suspends Justice Minister’s Oversight of Special Probes

17 May 2025 15:26

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BANGKOK, May 14 (TNA) – Thailand’s Constitutional Court on Wednesday ordered Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong to stop overseeing the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) amid an inquiry into alleged interference in a Senate election probe. The court, in a unanimous decision, said there were grounds to suspect Tawee had intervened in the DSI’s work regarding […]

Thailand Braces for Rainy Season as Heavy Downpours Cause Early Impacts

17 May 2025 14:33

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BANGKOK, May 14 (TNA) – Thailand officially enters the rainy season tomorrow, with the Meteorological Department forecasting widespread rainfall across the country from today until May 17. Authorities are warning of potential flash floods and overflowing waterways, as several regions have already begun to experience the effects of the intensifying weather. In Mae Hong Son […]