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Stock market news : Micro Leasing PCL Surges 10.38% as Thai Market Shows Mixed Response
Thailand’s stock market saw mixed movements today, with Micro Leasing PCL (MICRO) leading gainers, soaring 10.38% to 1.17 THB. Meanwhile, Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok (SHANG) dropped 6.40% to 40.25 THB.
Thai court issues warrants for former security personnel over deaths of 85 protesters
The court's action follows a lengthy investigation into the 2023 protests, which erupted across Thailand in response to widespread allegations of government corruption and demands for democratic reforms.
Thailand’s King swears in new government following period of political turmoil
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha, who has been at the center of Thailand’s politics since the military coup in 2014, has been replaced by Srettha Thavisin, leader of the Pheu Thai Party
Thailand confirms first case of mutated mpox strain, raises global health concerns
This strain has been identified as more severe and transmissible than previous mpox variants.
Qatar and Thailand strengthen diplomatic ties in high-level meeting
The engagement reflects Qatar's broader foreign policy objectives of fostering strong bilateral relations and contributing to global peace and stability.
Six Vietnamese nationals found dead in Bangkok hotel
Thai authorities are investigating the deaths of six individuals whose bodies were discovered in an upmarket hotel room in Bangkok on Tuesday.
Thailand welcomes 17.5 million tourists in first half of 2024, sees 35% increase
Thailand has welcomed over 17.5 million foreign tourists in the first half of 2024, a 35% increase from last year, and is on track to meet its year-end target of 36.7 million arrivals, according to official data.
Thailand pursues BRICS membership, eyes inclusion by October summit in Russia
Thailand is actively seeking BRICS membership and aims to join the group at the October summit in Russia, with officials hopeful that membership will boost economic growth and global influence.
Thailand paves the way for LGBTQ+ rights in Southeast Asia with historic bill
By joining Taiwan and Nepal as the third place in Asia to allow same-sex marriage, Thailand is challenging the notion that LGBTQ+ rights are exclusively Western values.
Thailand braces for political turmoil amid high-stakes court cases
Thailand faces a crucial week with court rulings that could determine the future of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the main opposition party.
Thaksin Shinawatra faces prosecution for alleged monarchy insult
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra faces prosecution for alleged monarchy insults, signalling a crackdown on dissent in Thailand.
Thailand’s economic momentum stalls: Q1 growth dips to 1.5%
Thailand's Q1 growth slows to 1.5% amidst global uncertainties. Weak domestic consumption, fragile investment sentiment, and faltering exports pose challenges.
Thai court orders halt to Move Forward Party’s efforts to reform Royal Insult Law
The Constitutional Court's ruling on Wednesday concluded that the MFP's advocacy for reforming Thailand's strict laws safeguarding King Maha Vajiralongkorn amounted to an endeavor to "undermine the monarchy".
Thailand’s PM2.5 situation causes alarming air pollution crisis, ranked 20th in world’s poor air quality
The current data from the IQAir air quality index reveals that Thailand ranks 20th in the world for poor air quality. Bangkok has escalated to 132 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3), categorizing it as "severe."
Thailand faces looming household debt crisis, set to cross 91% of GDP by year end, says bank
Thailand's household debt is expected to reach a staggering 91.4% of the GDP, soaring to 16.9 trillion baht by the close of 2024, according to a report from TMBThanachart Bank.
China-Thailand to sign mutual visa waiver agreements to boost tourism post pandemic
The agreement, primarily aimed at facilitating seamless travel, comes as both countries grapple with the economic fallout and travel restrictions induced by the COVID-19 pandemic.