Bangkok: Chadchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, has assured residents that the city is not currently facing an immediate flood threat, despite concerns over upcoming high tides. The governor emphasized that the current water levels are significantly lower than those recorded in 2011, with the highest water level this month observed on November 8th. Preparations are being made to manage

Bangkok: Gold prices are showing signs of recovery following an increase in U.S. unemployment figures and the Federal Reserve’s indication of potential balance sheet expansion, according to GCAP Co., Ltd. (GCAP GOLD). The appeal of gold as a safe asset is being bolstered, with investors closely monitoring labor market statistics to confirm market weaknesses. Key support levels are identified between

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party, has reiterated accusations against Cambodia, claiming that the neighboring country violated the Thai-Cambodian peace declaration by laying landmines. He emphasized the importance of public and media support for the government’s and military’s efforts to protect Thailand’s sovereignty. According to Thai News Agency, Abhisit, speaking after a meeting of the Democrat Party’s executive

Beijing: The dispute between China and Japan over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan showed no signs of abating on Thursday, following a string of harsh articles in Chinese state media and calls for Japan to expel Chinese diplomats. Takaichi sparked outrage last week by saying in parliament that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could amount to a “survival

Bangkok: Drinkers across the country are set to celebrate as Deputy Prime Minister Sopon announced that the Alcoholic Beverages Commission is preparing to lift the ban on alcohol sales. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, existing laws that do not align with the government’s way of life need to be repealed due to their potential for exploitation by corrupt officials.

Bangkok: The court has denied bail to members of a scammer network after the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) submitted a request for their detention. The Criminal Court’s decision follows the apprehension of the network by DSI officials, who sought to keep the suspects in custody pending further legal proceedings. According to Thai News Agency, Special Case Investigators from the

Phra nakhon si ayutthaya: Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered an increase in water drainage from the eastern part of the area in a bid to alleviate the severe flooding affecting the region. During a visit to Wat Bandai Chang in Sena District, Anutin acknowledged the hardship caused by recent water management decisions and expressed his

Bangkok: The Immigration Bureau has unveiled a set of four measures aimed at curbing the practice of free visa runs, a tactic often associated with grey businesses. Pol. Maj. Gen. Cherngron Rimphidee, spokesperson for the Immigration Bureau (IB), announced that these measures will enhance and intensify the screening process for individuals who frequently exploit free visas to enter and exit