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Thailand’s PM says 12 of its citizens held hostage by Hamas have been freed

Srettha Thavisin confirms release after weeks of negotiations of a dozen of at least 26 nationals being held

The Guardian - UK

Thai farmhands in Israel face a grim choice: work in a war zone or go home to poverty

Some 30,000 Thais were working in Israel prior to the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. More than 7,000 have left Israel since. More than 50 Thai citizens were killed or taken hostage in the attacks.

WEKU

‘Nothing to do with this’: Thai families plead for Hamas captives’ release

Fourteen Thai workers are believed to have been taken captive by Hamas, with 21 others feared dead.

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MotoGP Japanese GP: Chantra, Masia take Moto2 and Moto3 wins

Thai rider Chantra scored only his second career win, and his first of 2023, in a dominant display from pole position, as he led every lap to lead a one-two for Honda Team Asia ahead of Ai Ogura.

Autosport

Honda CT125 Gets New Bright And Sunny Yellow Color In Thailand

Thailand's Cub House Honda just introduced a new color on the CT125 for 2023, and it's a warm, bright yellow to stand out in a crowd or out on the trail.

RideApart

Senior Thai national park official, 3 others, acquitted in 9-year-old case of missing activist

A court in Thailand has acquitted four national park employees, including a senior official, of the kidnapping and murder of an Indigenous rights activist who disappeared under suspicious circumstances more than nine years ago

The Independent UK

Regional maritime law enforcement gets a boost

The United States says it is looking forward to closer cooperation on maritime law enforcement in Southeast Asia, following a regional conference co-hosted with Thailand this week.

Bangkok Post

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Chinese fugitives under watch

Thai and Chinese police have agreed to step up cooperation in cases involving Chinese criminal suspects fleeing to Thailand from China to avoid arrest.

Bangkok Post

All set for Thai MotoGP

The northeastern province of Buri Ram will host the OR Thailand MotoGP Grand Prix for the fourth time in October, organisers said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Stocks to rebound on government optimism - analysts

Thailand’s stocks may rebound in the fourth quarter as the appointment of a new government will likely bolster optimism about the prospects of fiscal stimulus spurring sluggish economic growth, according to a survey of analysts.

Bangkok Post

Thai exports expected to improve in H2

Thai export prospects should improve in the second half of this year as the global economy recovers and conditions are enhanced among trading partners, says the Commerce Ministry.

Bangkok Post

The GPX Demon GR200R Da Corsa 2 Is An Aggressive Little Sportbike

Thai motorcycle company GPX has launched the limited edition Demon GR200R Da Corsa 2 sportbike in the Malaysian market.

RideApart

Thailand rises in startup ecosystem index

After dropping three places last year, Thailand has shown positive momentum this year rising one spot to 52nd globally, according to StartupBlink's Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2023.

Bangkok Post

SCB X, KakaoBank keen on virtual banking

SCB X Plc is teaming up with KakaoBank to set up a consortium to apply for a virtual bank licence from the Bank of Thailand.

Bangkok Post

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El Niño likely to propel rice exports

Thai rice exports are likely to surpass 8 million tonnes this year, driven by higher global demand as countries rush to stock up to brace for the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon, says Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit.

Bangkok Post

Digital push woos multinational firms

Many foreign software firms established offices in Thailand this year to capitalise on the country’s continuing digital transformation and to serve the demand of local enterprises.

Bangkok Post

Peta monkey claims still hurt sellers

A group of Thai coconut milk producers has urged the government to act fast and hire a lobbyist to move against Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) after the animal rights group made fresh accusations concerning domestic farmers' treatment of monkeys.

Bangkok Post

Tourism authority sets out plans for Thai tourism growth

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has unveiled its direction for fiscal 2024 with a budget of 5 billion baht aiming to grow off-peak customers, increase spending per trip by 7%, and distribute income to a greater variety of destinations.

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Tourism pushes consumer confidence to 39-month high

Thai consumer confidence rose in May for a 12th month to a 39-month high, boosted by higher foreign tourist arrivals and increased activity during the recent national election, a survey showed on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Test drive: A sporty new EV

After achieving initial success in the Thai market with the Neta V subcompact electric SUV, the Chinese EV manufacturer is looking for openings to enter other market segments.

Bangkok Post

BoT urges upgrade of Thailand's durian production

Thailand needs to improve its durian production to remain the top exporter amid tougher competition over the next five years, according to a Bank of Thailand report.

Bangkok Post

Thai team leading GT series after Buri Ram race

Thai race drivers made their presence felt at the opener of the Fanatec GT World Challenge Asia 2023 held at Chang International Circuit in Buri Ram recently.

Bangkok Post

Sino-Thai crackdown on Chinese criminals

Thai and Chinese police are joining forces to crack down on Chinese criminals who settle in the country as well as those who arrive temporarily to victimise their compatriots here, according to the Immigration Bureau.

Evening Standard

British teenager found dead in Thailand forest with ‘girlfriend’ missing

A British teenager was found dead in a forest in northern Thailand with head wounds, according to reports.

Bangkok Post

Thailand eyes 3 deals by 2024

Thailand wants to conclude free-trade agreement (FTA) talks with the European Free Trade Association (Efta), Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the middle of next year to improve trade and investment.

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