Move Forward Party demands action on call centre gangs
The opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) accused the government yesterday of failing to honour its promise to stamp out call centre gangs operating on the other side of the Thai-Myanmar border -- a growing threat to Thailand and other countries.
Govt accused of navy fund graft bid
The main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) accused the government of attempting to embezzle budget funds for the navy's procurement of a new frigate in parliament.
Krungsri bullish on SME loan growth
Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri) is upbeat about achieving small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) loan growth of 2-3% this year, following an uptick in the first quarter as the Thai economy gradually recovers.
Bond default risk minimal in Q2
The likelihood of bonds defaults in the second quarter is relatively low, with total default value projected at less than 1% of the total outstanding market value, says the Thai Bond Market Association (ThaiBMA).
Caterpillars attack palm trees on Laem Phromthep
Phuket is battling the spread of black-headed caterpillars, which are threatening to decimate the iconic palmyra palm trees that grow around Laem Phromthep, a famous sunset lookout.
Plan to legalise casinos a boon for AWC
Asset World Corporation (AWC) would be the main beneficiary of the government plan to legalise casinos as part of entertainment complexes as the company operates luxury hotels and retail centres near potential sites for these developments, says Tisco Securities.
Traders upgrade outlook for gold prices
Local traders have increased their forecasts for global and domestic prices of gold to US$2,350 and 40,500 baht, respectively, after the price of bullion set another record high of more than $2,300 an ounce on sustained demand from central banks and heightened geopolitical conflict.
Thai tourists still headed to Taiwan
Thai tourists appear to be unfazed by Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years and a string of quakes in Japan, as they intend to take planned trips during the Songkran holiday.
Cadmium disaster zone declared
SAMUT SAKHON: The governor of Samut Sakhon province has declared two foundries in Muang district disaster zones after finding 15,000 tonnes of carcinogenic cadmium waste illegally acquired from Tak province.
Phuket task force files 400 cases against foreigners
PHUKET: At least 400 criminal cases have been filed against foreigners by the province's new special task force set up to watch out for bad behaviour by visitors, according to Phuket governor Sophon Suwannarat.