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The Department of Highways (DOH) has officially opened the upgraded section of Highway No. 101 in Nan, completing a major infrastructure project that will boost border connectivity, support economic growth, and establish trade and tourism links with Laos.

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NHSO subcommittees set for overhaul

The Public Health Ministry plans to overhaul key National Health Security Office (NHSO) subcommittees to streamline decision-making and ensure the universal healthcare system remains sustainable amid growing budgetary pressure.

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FTI says chip sector needs more than investment

Thailand cannot rely solely on foreign investment if it wants to develop the semiconductor industry as a new engine to drive long-term economic growth, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).

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Financial hub scheme still a priority

The government remains committed to turning Thailand into a financial hub, says the chief of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO).

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Peace deal unlikely to revive tourism

Hotels and airlines remain cautious about the potential end of the Middle East conflict as the positive impact could be delayed due to a steep slowdown in purchasing power, particularly among domestic tourists, during this low season.

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Call for tech defences to protect sovereignty

Thailand must urgently strengthen its "communication sovereignty" to protect national interests in an increasingly borderless digital environment dominated by global technology platforms and emerging low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks, according to AM Thanapant Raicharoen, commissioner of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).

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Brokerage sees AI supply chain as winner in truce

The artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain is one of the most attractive investment themes should a potential peace agreement between the US and Iran materialise, says Finnomena Funds, noting it could be a catalyst for a global market rally.

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New electricity rates put off until review

Authorities have postponed a plan to impose higher electricity rates on large households with heavy consumption, citing the need to revise how power bills are calculated, says Energy Minister Akanat Promphan.

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KKPS forecasts initial losses for virtual banks in early years

Kiatnakin Phatra Securities (KKPS), a subsidiary of Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group, expects virtual banks in Thailand to incur losses during the initial stage of operations due to the regulatory framework governing the sector.

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England beat Croatia 4-2 as Kane scores twice

ARLINGTON, Texas: ⁠England ⁠got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start as they beat Croatia ‌4-2 on Wednesday thanks to two goals from captain Harry Kane and one apiece from Jude Bellingham and substitute Marcus Rashford.

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Ministry seeks picks for WHO top job

The Public Health Ministry has opened applications for qualified candidates seeking to represent Thailand in the race for the next director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO).

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MPs face backlash over pensions, perks

Thai Pakdee Party leader and party-list MP Warong Dechgitvigrom on Wednesday criticised a parliamentary committee's proposal to retain lifetime pension benefits for former lawmakers and maintain the number of MP assistants at eight.

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Low-cost loans to aid farm modernisation

The Board of the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) has approved a 30-billion-baht subsidised loan programme to help farmers transition from traditional agriculture to precision and sustainable farming practices.

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Navy says it opposed sea border structure

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has denied allegations circulating on social media that it failed to act against the construction of a sediment-retention structure in disputed maritime areas along the Thai-Cambodian border.

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Residents push for bold city action

Diverse community representatives have expressed their hopes for the incoming Bangkok governor, urging decisive action to address long-standing urban challenges.

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Phiphat loses key EEC post

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has assumed direct oversight of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), replacing his deputy Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.

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Thailand holds edge in sea spat: senator

Thailand holds a strong advantage over Cambodia in the maritime dispute process under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos), says Senator Nophadol In-na.

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Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener

HOUSTON: ⁠Portugal ⁠and their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo were left frustrated after being ‌held to a 1-1 draw by Group K rivals Democratic Republic of Congo in their World Cup clash in ⁠a sodden Houston on Wednesday.

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Proud expands pipeline with B3bn land push

SET-listed developer Proud Real Estate plans to invest 2.5-3 billion baht in new land acquisitions, buoyed by revenue expected from a luxury condominium project worth 4.15 billion baht, which achieved a 90% sales rate and was completed last month.

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Seventh day merit-making ceremony held for princess

The government held a seventh-day (Sattamavara) merit-making ceremony on Wednesday to dedicate merit to Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati following her passing.

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Kids skip class for water conservation

Nakhon Nayok: Young students are gaining valuable lessons in water conservation and environmental awareness through school-based activities and camps.

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Time to clean up panels

Growing criticism of parliamentary committees, a key oversight mechanism in a democratic system, should be a cause for concern.

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Govt presses ahead with fraught AI plan

The determination of rookie politician Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES), to push ahead with the TH-AI Passport scheme by granting premium AI access to five million Thais with a budget of 1.6 billion baht has backfired, turning the initiative into a new political flashpoint for the…

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China-North Korea meet is about balance

The lavish welcome China's Xi Jinping received on his recent visit to North Korea stylistically underscored a deep and comradely relationship between the two communist regimes. Mr Xi's trip to Pyongyang, his first in seven years to the secluded socialist state, was nonetheless more about reviving and rebalancing ties with…

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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday

EVIAN (FRANCE) - US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he expected the accord with Iran ending the Middle East war to be signed "shortly" but cast uncertainty over the exact date.

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