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Southeast Asia's third largest economy approves $313M flood relief
Thailand, the third largest economy in Southeast Asia, has approved 10.5 billion baht (US$313 million) in flood relief, alongside other measures including debt-payment suspensions and soft loans, government officials said on Tuesday.
Thailand approves $313M flood relief after September disaster
Thailand has approved 10.5 billion baht (US$313 million) in flood relief, alongside other measures including debt-payment suspensions and soft loans, government officials said on Tuesday.
Southeast Asian families tying house move to top schools spur privilege worries
Singapore’s recent parliamentary debate over primary school admissions has put a familiar parental strategy in the city state under the spotlight – parents moving house to improve their children’s chances of getting into popular schools. Speaking with This Week in Asia, property agents say some families in Singapore have been approaching them with the intention of buying or renting particular residences at least two years before their children’s primary school admission. Living close to a...
Customs seize 1k Apple phones
TAK: Customs officers have seized 1,000 second-hand Apple phones worth more than 7 million baht suspected of being smuggled into Myanmar.
Customs seize 1,000 Apple phones
TAK: Customs officers have seized 1,000 second-hand Apple phones worth more than 7 million baht suspected of being smuggled into Myanmar.
China study trip 'fraud' sparks probe
Education Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong has ordered a seven-day investigation into an alleged case of fraud involving a China study trip and an Obec official who left 62 students and eight teachers stranded, causing 2.4 million baht in losses.
Flood victims to get B10.5bn
The cabinet has approved 10.5 billion baht in central budget funding for fiscal 2027 to compensate flood victims, as the government introduces financial, tax and insurance measures to help affected households, farmers and businesses.
Facebook accounts for 74% of online shopping scams
Facebook accounted for nearly three-quarters of reported online shopping scams in Thailand last week, with clothing, vehicles and travel services the most targeted categories, the Anti Cyber Scam Center (ACSC) reported.
Potash mines aim to cut import reliance
The Industry Ministry is pushing potash mining projects to reduce dependence on fertiliser imports and generate more than 30 billion baht in annual export revenue.
Campus shift plans set to go ahead
Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Minister Yodchanan Wongsawat has confirmed plans to relocate Uthenthawai Campus despite student protests, pledging support to minimise disruption during the 90-day transition.