Nestlé launches B577m coffee lawsuit in Thailand

Nestlé has filed a lawsuit against its former business partners in Thailand for rights infringement of the Nescafé trademark. The trademark owner of Nescafé is seeking damages of 577 million baht from Prayudh Mahagitsiri and Chalermchai Mahagitsiri, according to a company statement dated May 30. Nestlé invests $119.7 million to increase production in Thailand The […]

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Bangkok on Edge as Chao Phraya Flood Risk Intensifies

BANGKOK — Authorities in the capital are ramping up flood protection measures as rising sea levels threaten low-lying zones along the Chao Phraya River, with heightened vigilance expected through Sunday. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is coordinating with multiple agencies, including the Royal Irrigation Department and the Royal Thai Navy, in an urgent bid to […]

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Australian Tourist Arrested for Cannabis Theft in Phuket

PHUKET – A 20-year-old Australian tourist has been arrested for allegedly stealing cannabis from a Phuket dispensary after the shop owner’s social media post sparked a public outcry and led police to the suspect. Indian Tourist Arrested for Armed Robbery at Bangkok Currency Exchange The incident occurred earlier this week at a cannabis shop near […]

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Thai and Cambodian PMs Hold Talks After Border Clash

BANGKOK, May 29 – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra confirmed direct discussions with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet to de-escalate tensions following a military confrontation along the disputed Chong Bok border area in Ubon Ratchathani province. Cambodian Soldier Killed in Border Clash with Thai Troops The clash, involving an exchange of gunfire between troops on […]

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