Yearly Archives: 2014
Suthep says govt fails to secure loans for rice subsidy
BANGKOK, Jan 21 – The government was unsuccessful in getting loans from the Government Savings Bank (GSB) to subsidise the financially-ailing rice pledging scheme,...
Election ballots not burnt; report in error
BANGKOK, Jan 21 – Anti-government protesters did not burn election ballots during their seizure of Kurusapa printing house as earlier alleged, according to the...
Human Rights Watch urges govt protection for protesters
BANGKOK, Jan 21 – The Thai government and police cannot stay put and deny responsibility in light of escalating violence at anti-government rallies, according...
Toyota still hesitant about political situation in Thailand
BANGKOK, 21 January 2014 President of Toyota Motor Thailand Co. Ltd. Mr. Kyoichi Tanada stated that the company remains hesitant about investing in Thailand...
Special Report: Activities to be held to mark Chinese New Year...
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) continues to host activities to mark the Chinese New Year celebrations in Thailand, despite a significant drop in...
Rice subsidy controversy widens protests against govt
BANGKOK, Jan 20 – Farmers are up in arms against the government’s failure to pay for their rice while employees of a state bank...
State bank affirms no loans being allocated for govt for rice...
BANGKOK, Jan 20 -- The president of Thailand's state-owned Government Savings Bank (GSB) affirmed today that there will be no loans to be allocated...
Rice pledging scheme not extended after next month deadline
BANGKOK, Jan 20 - The National Rice Policy Committee (NRPC) resolved today not to extend the February deadline to purchase rice in the 2013/2014...
Udonthani kicks off Air and Bike Show
UDONTHANI, 18 January 2014 The International Air & Bike Fest has kicked off in the northeastern province of Udonthani to celebrate its 121st anniversary. ...
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From tourists to residents, Thailand is quietly changing
PATTAYA. Thailand - Thailand has always been good at attracting people. For decades, visitors have come for the obvious reasons: climate, affordability, food, and...
From imagination to reality, Pattaya unveils a striking new art wall landmark
PATTAYA, Thailand – What began as a creative idea on a screen has now become a real-world landmark in the heart of Pattaya. A...
When danger is everywhere, Pattaya motorcycle crashes no longer shock
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night fatal crash involving a foreign motorcyclist near Mabprachan Reservoir has once again exposed the uncomfortable reality of road safety...
Pattaya’s road repairs promise smooth travel but deliver bumps and frustration
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City has repeatedly promised smoother, safer roads, but for many residents and daily road users, the reality on the ground...
Cyber Police bust illegal e-cigarette production hub run by Chinese national in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Cyber Crime Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal e-cigarette operation in central Pattaya, arresting a Chinese national and seizing thousands of...