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Mastercard gears up for digital currency payment

Payments technology company Mastercard has been working closely with related parties everywhere, including Thailand, to prepare for the future of payments in which digital currencies will be a critical choice for consumers, said Aileen Chew, country manager of Mastercard for Thailand and Myanmar.

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Laos power plant deals in the pipeline

Developers and operators of four hydroelectric power plants in Laos will sign power purchase agreements with energy policymakers in Laos and Thailand within May under a plan to promote more renewable energy.

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Thai chicken factories win Saudi export approval

After 18 years of suspended exports, 11 Thai chicken factories have been given permission by Saudi Arabia to export chilled and frozen fresh chicken, effective as of March 13.

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Thais split over Russia-Ukraine conflict

The Russia-Ukraine war has managed to divide the Thai public with three different outlooks on the crisis -- strong condemnation, non-partisan, or support for the UN charter. For the first time since the Cambodian conflict four decades ago, Russian military action has caused divisive debates among Thai intellectuals, diplomats, and…

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State ramps up Mideast fruit exports

The government looks set to ramp up fruit exports to the Middle East this year and is speeding up talks with its Chinese counterpart to help facilitate fruit exports after China's zero-Covid policy has taken a heavy toll on Thai fruit exports, especially durian.

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Oil, war, pandemic: Economic costs mount

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is sending economic shockwaves around the globe with crude oil prices at one point reaching US$130 per barrel, hitting businesses already reeling from tepid consumption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Incentives entice two car makers

A Japanese and a Chinese car manufacturer plan to invest in producing battery-powered pickups in Thailand later this year, says a Finance Ministry source who requested anonymity.

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Is stagflation looming?

With Thailand's inflation galloping, unemployment relatively high and the outlook for economic growth dimmed by another outbreak of Covid-19, economists and analysts are increasingly warning of a possible bout of stagflation.

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Frolicking in Korat

Postponed since 2020 due to Covid-19, Thailand Biennale had a grandiose opening last December in Pak Chong and Phimai in Nakhon Ratchasima. Held under the themes of "Butterflies Frolicking On The Mud: Engendering Sensible Capital", "Nature Reigns Supreme In The World. Art Is Having Freedom In One Self" and "Soeng…

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Fertiliser boon awaits

The Russia-Ukraine war has severely affected the supply of fertiliser which is an important material for the farming sector. The situation, nevertheless, should be a trigger for the government to turn a crisis into opportunity.

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Feathering the nest egg

The Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) will continue to push for a national pension fund law to ensure employees in the formal system have sufficient savings for retirement, says director-general Pornchai Thiraveja.

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Russian tourists stuck in Thailand as sanctions hit after invasion of Ukraine

There are about 6,500 Russian tourists stuck in Phuket, Surat Thani, Krabi and Pattaya, four provinces that are popular seaside resort destinations, in addition to 1,000 Ukrainians.

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Danielle Kang records 14th career ace at Honda LPGA Thailand but doesn’t win a car

"It was very misleading to have a car on the hole," said Kang, "because we all thought I won that car."

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Nanna Koerstz Madsen eagles second playoff hole at Honda LPGA Thailand, becomes first tour winner from Denmark

Koerstz Madsen began the final round with an eagle and ended her day the same way.

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Thailand lays out buffet for elephants in national celebration

Nearly 60 elephants enjoyed a huge fruit banquet at a Thai botanical park on Sunday as the Southeast Asian country marked its annual Elephant Day.

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Egypt, 7 Other Countries Request Equitable Distribution of Vaccines, Drugs

Egypt, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Senegal, South Africa and Thailand have urged the international community to promote the equitable distribution of vaccines and medicines across the world. This came in a joint statement issued during the activities of the 49th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Egypt’s Permanent…

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Most Thais worried by Russia-Ukraine conflict: poll

A large majority of Thai people are worried by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, saying it would have a considerable impact, particularly on fuel prices and the cost of living, according to an opinion survey by Suan Dusit Rajabhat University, or Suan Dusit Poll.

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Roadshow aims to attract Saudi tourists after thawing of relations

Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn is to lead a roadshow to Saudi Arabia this month to explore opportunities to attract more visitors from the Middle Eastern country.

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Kingdom asks Laos to help free Thais duped into 'working for scammers'

Thailand is asking Lao authorities to help rescue a number of Thais who were allegedly duped into working for scammers in the neighbouring country.

Daily Mirror

Katie Price supports Harvey from Thailand as he walks runway in first fashion show

Due to currently enjoying a holiday in Thailand, Katie Price couldn't be at son Harvey's big fashion show on Saturday, but that didn't stop the proud mum sending some love to her eldest child from afar

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Cashless and Flightless, Russian Tourists Stuck in Thailand

Thousands of Russian tourists are stranded in Thailand's beach resorts because of the war in Ukraine, many unable to pay their bills or return home because of sanctions and canceled flights. The crisis in Europe also put a crimp in recovery plans for the Southeast Asian nation’s tourism industry, which…

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Cashless and flightless, Russian tourists stuck in Thailand

Thousands of Russian tourists are stranded in Thailand’s beach resorts because of the war in Ukraine, many unable to pay their bills or return home because of sanctions and canceled flights

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Great day for Dane at Pattaya LPGA event

PATTAYA: Nanna Koerstz Madsen of Denmark will be chasing the first victory of her LPGA career when she tees off in the final round of the Honda LPGA Thailand tournament on Sunday.

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24,592 new Covid cases, 68 more deaths

Thailand registered 68 more Covid-19 fatalities and 24,592 new cases during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Saturday morning.

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Fed and Ukraine keep Asian bourses on back foot

Recap: Most Asian stock markets extended losses on Friday as sentiment suffered on worries over an anticipated interest-rate increase by the US Federal Reserve next week, and the failure of talks to halt the Russian onslaught in Ukraine.

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