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Data governance: Balancing growth and individual rights
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Experts from the public, private, and academic sectors convene to strike a balance between the use of data for national development and the protection of individual rights.
2 Die in heavy rain in Japan's Kumamoto prefecture
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Two people died in Kumamoto Prefecture in heavy rain that hit the Kyushu southwestern region of Japan from Sunday through Tuesday.
US likely to lower auto tariffs on Japan by mid-September
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
The United States is likely to lower its tariffs on vehicles and auto parts imported from Japan in mid-September, some people familiar with the matter say.
4th Army chief patrols Narathiwat border over weapon smuggling
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
The 4th Army chief has carried out an aerial patrol over Narathiwat’s forested border to assess smuggling routes and vulnerable points after reports of insurgents moving weapons from a neighbouring country, ordering intensified, intelligence-led security operations.
World’s cleanest countries 2025: fresh air, pure water, and waste management
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
A truly clean country is not just free of litter or blessed with fresh air; it must have sustainable core systems. The “Clean Score” ranking evaluates four key factors: air quality (30%), water (25%), waste management (25%), and hygiene (20%).
Thailand protests Cambodia’s use of anti-personnel mines, citing ceasefire breach and Ottawa Convention violations
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
The Foreign Ministry condemns Cambodia over repeated landmine incidents, urging the international community to review mine clearance aid to Phnom Penh.
From would-be fifth tiger to Asia’s sick man: pressure to restructure Thai industry
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Once tipped to become Asia’s fifth economic tiger, Thailand is now grappling with stagnation, recording the slowest growth rate in ASEAN.
RTA to protest Cambodia over Surin landmine blast injuring Thai soldier
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
RTA to protest Cambodia after a landmine blast in Surin injured a Thai soldier, calling it a ceasefire violation and a provocative act.
Army eyes Maj Gen Weerayuth for 2nd Army Area command
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
The army remains the key defender on the Thai-Cambodian border, despite a 13-point ceasefire agreement from the General Border Committee, as Cambodia has failed to fully comply.
Pulo thanks Anwar Ibrahim for mediation efforts in Thailand’s deep South conflict
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
The Pattani United Liberation Organisation hails Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to mediating the long-running southern Thailand conflict.
Second Army Area affirms Thai soldier injured by Cambodian landmine inside Thai territory
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Second Army Area confirms Thai soldier injured by Cambodian-planted landmine inside Thai territory near Prasat Ta Muen Thom in Surin.
Former Bangkok deputy governor calls for Boonsin’s retirement to be postponed
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Ex-Bangkok deputy governor urges government to delay Lt Gen Boonsin’s retirement, warning it could cost Thailand its border advantage over Cambodia.
Boonsin thanks soldiers’ mothers on Mother’s Day
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Soldiers on the Thai-Cambodian border send heartfelt Mother’s Day messages home, vowing to stay strong, keep safe and return with pride.
Thailand and Malaysia railways agree to restore Bangkok–Butterworth route and deepen cross-border cooperation
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
SRT and KTMB agree to revive Bangkok–Butterworth train service, enhance cross-border operations, integrate ticketing, and boost regional rail links.
Thai assaults Malaysian tourists, hurting tourism confidence
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
A stressed Thai national’s assault on Malaysian tourists further shakes confidence in Thai tourism, with ATTA urging the government to clearly communicate safety measures, while the Tourism Ministry pledges full care and compensation until the victims can return home.
Govt dismisses as fake news claim Fine Arts Dept approved bombing of ancient temple
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Govt denies viral claim that Fine Arts Dept approved destruction of Prasat Ta Kwai, calling it fake news and a threat to cultural heritage.
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