Thailand unveils 5-Point Trump tariff proposal praised by US Treasury chief
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
Thailand's 5-point trade proposal to cut its U.S. surplus earns praise from Treasury Secretary Bessent, calling it “very strong” at the Riyadh investment forum.
Thailand welcomes nearly 13 million foreign tourists, a modest 1.04% decline YoY
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
As of May 11, 2025, a total of 12,948,032 foreign tourists have entered Thailand since January 1 — a 1.04% decrease compared to the same period last year.
Germany denies request to sell submarine engine to Thailand, citing EU arms embargo on China
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
Germany’s Defence Minister clarified that the sale of a submarine engine to Thailand—intended for use in a Chinese-made submarine—could not be approved due to the European Union’s embargo on the export of military equipment to China.
Thundershowers and heavy rains expected in southern and western Thailand
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
Thundershowers and isolated heavy rains are expected in several regions of Thailand on Wednesday, as the southwesterly winds are prevailing over the country as well as the Andaman Sea and the Gulf, the Thai Meteorological Department forecast this morning.
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Marks Three Years in Office with Ambitious Plans for the City's Future
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025
(May 7, 2025) – Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has unveiled his vision for Bangkok's fourth year in office, outlining a comprehensive strategy focused on enhancing the city's efficiency, liveability, and opportunities.
Thai Prime Minister’s visit to Vietnam will lift bilateral ties to new heights, says ambassador
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2025
During the visit, made at the invitation of PM Pham Minh Chinh, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will co-chair the fourth Vietnam-Thailand Joint Cabinet Meeting, reflecting the high level of attention and shared determination to advance bilateral ties.
‘Work from Hague’: Detained ex-Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte wins mayor’s race, but can he govern?
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2025
Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippines’ former strongman president, has just pulled off a political comeback for the history books. He won the mayoral race on May 12 in his southern stronghold of Davao City while locked up some 11,000km away in The Hague, where he is on trial for crimes against humanity.
The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, or AIST, showed Japan's metre and kilogram prototypes to the press on Monday, ahead of the 150th anniversary later this month of the conclusion of the Metre Convention in 1875.
Honda Motor Co. said Tuesday that its group net profit in the current fiscal year through next March is forecast to plunge 70.1 % from the previous year to 250 billion yen.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn denies House dissolution rumours, affirms government stability, and expresses confidence that Thaksin and Newin can engage in dialogue.
Japan's bankruptcy filings hit 11-year high in FY2024/25, TSR tally shows
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2025
Japan recorded 10,144 corporate bankruptcies in fiscal 2024 (ending March 2025), the highest level in 11 years, according to credit research firm Tokyo Shoko Research (TSR).