Two Maersk ships reportedly carrying hazardous furnace waste from Albania to Thailand have been banned from Thai ports and will be sent back to Europe. Toxic e-waste found in Thailand to be shipped back to Japan Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri said on Wednesday that the container ship Maersk Candor’s last confirmed location was off […]
On August 10th, 2024, Thai business insiders reported that several local bus operators are facing severe financial difficulties, with rising costs and continued losses forcing many to consider selling their businesses. Thai ceramics industry threatened by Chinese knockoffs In response, Chinese companies, both bus manufacturers and operators, began negotiations to acquire these struggling Thai firms […]
The Thai ceramics industry has been significantly impacted by the influx of cheaper Chinese knockoffs, posing a serious threat to local manufacturers. These knockoffs, often made with lower production costs, have flooded the market, undermining the value of authentic Thai ceramics. Thai producers, known for their intricate designs and high-quality craftsmanship, are struggling to compete […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) is currently evaluating whether to classify the monkeypox outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) amid rising cases in several African nations. Permanent Secretary of Public Health Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong reported that the outbreak has reached 15 countries this year, most severely impacting the Democratic Republic of […]
Thailand celebrates the 92nd birthday anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, on August 12, 2024. Queen Sirikit, born on August 12, 1932, is revered as the “Mother of the Nation” and holds a significant place in the hearts of the Thai people. Her birthday is also observed as Mother’s Day in Thailand, […]
On August 10th, 2024, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a 7-day weather forecast, warning that Thailand is bracing for heavy rains and rough seas. This forecast indicates that several regions across the country, particularly in the north, northeast, and along the southern coast, could face significant weather challenges, including heavy rain and potential flooding. […]
A police spokesman has warned the public to be cautious about fake government websites and urged them to report them. Public warned against fake government websites Pol Maj Gen Siriwat Deepor, deputy spokesman, said on Sunday the Royal Thai Police had found that more fraudsters were creating web addresses with the “.go.th” domain extension typically […]
BANGKOK, Aug 9 (TNA) – Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, the leader of the People’s Party, has reaffirmed on Friday the party’s commitment to amend Thailand’s controversial lese-majeste law, known as Section 112, despite the recent dissolution of its predecessor, the Move Forward Party. Ex-Move Forward MPs to appoint executive committee of a new party Nattapong emphasized that […]
