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Engineer Insists He is not involved in Collapsed Building

16 April 2025 11:41

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Justice Minister and DSI on Wednesday jointly questioned an engineer who earlier filed a complaint after discovering that his name and signature have allegedly been forged

TRIS Rating Upgrades CKPower’s Debenture Credit Rating from ‘BBB+’ to ‘A-‘

9 April 2025 14:40

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TRIS Rating Co, Ltd (TRIS Rating) has upgraded the CK Power Public Company Limited’s debenture rating from “BBB+” to “A-,” effective March 31

Thailand’s Exports Surge 14% in February

21 March 2025 14:16

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BANGKOK, March 21 (TNA) – Thailand’s exports soared by 14% in February 2025, reaching a value of $26.7 billion, Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan announced. This marks the eighth consecutive month of growth and a significant increase from January’s 13.6% rise. The strong performance pushes the average export growth for the first two months of 2025 […]

Thai Ministers Visit Uyghur Returnee in Xinjiang

21 March 2025 10:45

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XINJIANG, March 21 (TNA) – Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong visited one of 40 Uyghurs repatriated from Thailand, confirming his well-being and safe living conditions in Xinjiang, China. The visit, which included members of the press, took place in Kashgar City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The […]

Former PM Thaksin Returns to Bangkok’s Chinatown After 19 Years

21 March 2025 09:53

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BANGKOK, March 21 (TNA) – Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra made a return visit to Bangkok’s vibrant Chinatown, Yaowarat, on Thursday, marking his first appearance there in 19 years. He received a warm reception from merchants, tourists, and supporters. Thaksin dined with business associates at his favorite restaurant, “Chinatown Scala,” a venue he frequented before […]

Thai Customs Seize $600,000 Worth of E-cigarettes in Port Crackdown

20 March 2025 13:51

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CHONBURI, March 20 (TNA) – Thai customs officials seized 120,000 illicit e-cigarettes, valued at 21.8 million baht (about $640,000), from four shipping containers at Laem Chabang Port, authorities said. The operation, conducted on March 17, followed intelligence reports and a January seizure alert from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) regarding suspected contraband. The containers, […]

Thai Ministers Visit Repatriated Uyghurs in Xinjiang

20 March 2025 10:18

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XINJIANG, March 20 (TNA) – A delegation of Thai ministers visited repatriated Uyghur individuals in China’s Xinjiang region, hearing firsthand accounts of improved living conditions and reintegration into society, a Thai government spokesperson said on Wednesday. Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong traveled to Kashgar, Xinjiang, where they met with local […]

Thailand Targets Further Eradication of Invasive Fish Species

19 March 2025 15:40

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The Department of Fisheries has announced plans to eliminate an additional 3 million kilograms of the invasive blackchin tilapia.

Fire Destroys 200 Seized Vehicles at Customs Storage Yard

19 March 2025 14:50

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TAK, March 19 (TNA) – A fire at a customs storage yard in Tak province, near the Thai-Myanmar border, destroyed approximately 200 seized vehicles awaiting auction, authorities said on Wednesday. The fire broke out late on Tuesday evening at the yard near the Second Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge in Mae Sot district. More than 10 fire […]

Thai Delegation Visits Xinjiang to Observe Uyghur Returnees

19 March 2025 11:09

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KASHGAR, March 19 (TNA) – A high-level Thai delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong, arrived in Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region on Wednesday to observe the conditions of Uyghurs repatriated from Thailand. The delegation, which included senior government officials and media representatives, was received by Chinese […]

Fish Flood Government House as Farmers Demand Action on Invasive Species

18 March 2025 15:40

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BANGKOK, March 18 (TNA) – Frustrated by a 13-year struggle against invasive blackchin tilapia, farmers from 19 provinces dumped two tons of the fish outside Thailand’s Government House, demanding immediate government intervention. The Aquatic Animal Farmers Network from 19 provinces called for a swift response to their ignored demands, including a formal investigation into the […]

Chiang Mai Chokes on Toxic Dust

18 March 2025 14:11

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CHIANG MAI, March 18 (TNA) – This week, residents of Chiang Mai are once again facing toxic dust that has blanketed the entire city. This morning, the city was ranked the 7th most polluted city in the world. Chiang Mai has been engulfed in toxic dust for several days. Residents report experiencing increased eye and […]