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China Commemorates Nanjing Massacre Victims Amid Strained Ties with Japan

Nanjing: China held a simple ceremony to commemorate the victims of the Nanjing Massacre of 1937, with President Xi Jinping notably absent, amid strained diplomatic relations between China and Japan over the Taiwan issue. According to Thai News Agency, the commemoration ceremony took place at 8:00 AM at the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, attended by people from various sectors. The

Somchai Declares Referendum and Election Cannot Coincide Due to Legal Constraints

Bangkok: Somchai, a former Election Commission member, has asserted that conducting a referendum on question 1 alongside the general election scheduled for February 8th is not feasible due to conflicting legal timelines. He emphasized that while the election must be conducted within 60 days, the referendum is legally required to be held no less than 60 days later. This stipulation

Royal Ceremony Commemorates 50th Day After Queen Mother’s Passing

Bangkok: Their Majesties the King and Queen performed religious ceremonies on the 50th day after the passing of His Majesty the King. His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen attended the royal ceremony to offer merit on the 50th day after the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. According to Thai News Agency, on December

Thai Politics Faces Public Dissatisfaction as Election Approaches

Wondara: The public views Thai politics as deteriorating and hopes the leader will solve economic problems and crack down on corruption. A KPI poll by the King Prajadhipok Institute reveals that Thai politics is in a state of dissatisfaction prior to the next election, with voters perceiving the situation as worsening. They hope for a leader who can solve economic

Kim Jong-un Welcomes North Korean Soldiers Returning from Russian Mission

Pyongyang: North Korea’s state news agency, KCNA, reported on Saturday that supreme leader Kim Jong-un attended a welcoming ceremony for a military engineering unit returning home after a mission in Russia. According to Thai News Agency, Kim praised the officers and soldiers of the 528th Engineer Regiment of the Korean People’s Army (KPA) as “heroes” and highlighted their “great courage”

FTI and Thai Sang Thai Party Discuss Strategies for Industrial Growth and Economic Revitalization

Bangkok: The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) and the Thai Sang Thai Party have engaged in discussions focused on strategies to enhance the growth of the Thai industry amid ongoing economic challenges. The discussions underscored the need for significant policy initiatives to overcome the current economic stagnation and drive future growth. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kriengsak Thianukul, President

Trump Pledges More Tax Reductions for Thailand Compared to Other Nations

Bangkok: The Prime Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul, recently disclosed that US President Donald Trump has committed to reducing taxes for Thailand more than for any other country. This revelation came during a press briefing where the Prime Minister elaborated on his discussions with President Trump, which also covered the topic of tariffs. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister

Cherprang Balances Studies and Acting Amid Frequent Travels

Bangkok: Cherprang Areekul, renowned for her roles in the film industry, has shared insights into her life balancing a full-time MBA at GLOBIS University in Japan and her thriving acting career. Despite the demanding schedule, she insists that her frequent travels between Thailand and Japan do not impact her work or studies. According to Thai News Agency, Cherprang recently attended