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China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says

China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says

This is part of a multinational effort to crack down on illegal online operations run from the region.
Wed Feb 19 2025
How can Thailand and Malaysia unlock new trade opportunities together?

How can Thailand and Malaysia unlock new trade opportunities together?

Umesh Pandey emphasised the importance of enhancing economic cooperation and removing trade barriers
Wed Feb 19 2025
BNM, BI and BOT adopt harmonised local currency transaction framework guidelines

BNM, BI and BOT adopt harmonised local currency transaction framework guidelines

The guidelines enhance consistency, scalability and efficiency in facilitating local currency transactions across the three countries.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, army says

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, army says

The massive repatriation comes amid a mounting crackdown on scam centres operating along a porous border.
Thu Feb 13 2025
Thailand's big casino gamble hangs on fine print of regulations

Thailand's big casino gamble hangs on fine print of regulations

Thailand is setting its sights on becoming a global gaming hub, with plans to build a casino industry that generates billions in revenue.
Thu Feb 13 2025
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'

Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'

Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres

Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres

Evidence shows transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar's Tachileik, Myawaddy, Payathonzu, that are possible power cut targets.
Wed Feb 05 2025
China captures scam centre suspect with Thailand's help

China captures scam centre suspect with Thailand's help

Police detains a man suspected of involvement in the case of a Chinese actor who was duped into travelling to Thailand for a film job.
Mon Jan 27 2025
South Korea reports initial findings of Jeju Air crash to ICAO, US and Thailand

South Korea reports initial findings of Jeju Air crash to ICAO, US and Thailand

The investigation focuses on the role of "bird strike" and involving an analysis of the engines and "localiser" landing guidance structure.
Mon Jan 27 2025
Thailand and China to set up coordination centre to combat scam call networks

Thailand and China to set up coordination centre to combat scam call networks

Thai police to set up a coordination centre in Bangkok, while China plans another in Mae Sot to strengthen joint efforts.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Thailand's visa waiver for Chinese tourists under fire after string of crimes

Thailand's visa waiver for Chinese tourists under fire after string of crimes

The visa-free policy has increased transnational crime, partly from Chinese criminals who use Thailand as a base, the Senator says.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Thailand holds its first same-sex weddings, targets record registrations

Thailand holds its first same-sex weddings, targets record registrations

Thailand is the third territory in Asia to legalise same-sex marriages after Taiwan and Nepal.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis

By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns

Thailand is stepping up security for tourists to restore confidence among Chinese visitors, with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra to record a message in Chinese to reassure tourists of their safety.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Hong Kong, Thai officials in talks to combat Southeast Asian scam centres

Hong Kong, Thai officials in talks to combat Southeast Asian scam centres

The United Nations says border towns in Thailand, Laos and Myanmar have become regional hubs for telecom and other online fraud.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
[COLUMNIST] Trump’s Gaza (pipe) dream

[COLUMNIST] Trump’s Gaza (pipe) dream

The Gaza plan is dangerous and counter-productive as it's merely another recipe for regional instability.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Sivasangari eyes new career-high in world rankings

Sivasangari eyes new career-high in world rankings

After climbing to a career-best world number seven, national women's squash ace S. Sivasangari is determined to keep rising.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Outburst against Steven Sim: DAP will probe if there's a complaint - Loke

Outburst against Steven Sim: DAP will probe if there's a complaint - Loke

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke says the disciplinary committee has not received any reports related to the incident so far.
Wed Feb 19 2025
US judge will not block Elon Musk from firing federal workers, accessing data

US judge will not block Elon Musk from firing federal workers, accessing data

The case raises questions about Musk's apparent unchecked authority as a top deputy to President Donald Trump.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Dozens of false killer whales stranded on remote Australian beach

Dozens of false killer whales stranded on remote Australian beach

Rescue crews trying to save the majority of the large dolphins that survived the ordeal, according to authorities.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Trump restricts AP access over Gulf of Mexico issue

Trump restricts AP access over Gulf of Mexico issue

The AP, citing editorial standards, says it would continue to use the gulf's established name.
Wed Feb 19 2025
China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says

China to fly back 200 nationals rescued from Myanmar scam centres, Thai official says

This is part of a multinational effort to crack down on illegal online operations run from the region.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Somber Tiger Woods back in action in TGL loss to New York GC

Somber Tiger Woods back in action in TGL loss to New York GC

Tiger Woods makes his first start since the death of his mother when he competed in a TGL match at Palm Beach Gardens.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro charged in alleged coup plot

Brazil's ex-President Bolsonaro charged in alleged coup plot

A total of 34 people were charged, including several military officials.
Wed Feb 19 2025