Chiang Mai to welcome Asian tourists from Nov 1
Chiang Mai is to be the first province to welcome Asian tourists under the “Unlock Thailand” programme.
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Thai rice glut expected as importers cancel orders
Many orders from the US and Europe for Thai jasmine rice have been cancelled due to high freight costs.
Bangkok issues flood alert for riverside residents
Seven districts could be affected by the downpour, officials said.
Thai academy shares Sinopharm vaccination results
Adverse symptoms, with 14 fatalities and 12 severe adverse reactions, were found out of 9.4 million vaccine recipients.
Philippines falls at bottom in COVID-19 resilience report
Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam also rank at the bottom in the Bloomberg list.
Bangkok taxis to be fitted with partitions
Taxis with partitions will be the new normal to boost safety and confidence in cab services.
Unesco declares Chiang Mai’s Doi Chiang Dao as new biosphere reserve
Thailand's existing reserves are Sakae Rat in Nakhon Ratchasima, Suan Sak-Huai Nak in Lampang, Huai Khok Ma in Chiang Mai and the Ranong Mangrove Forest.
Thai Cabinet approves long-term visas to lure 1 million wealthy foreigners
The Cabinet on Tuesday approved new visa and tax measures to attract “high-potential” foreigners, in a bid to boost Thailand’s Covid-hit economy.
Thai students lead protests calling for political change
Wave of flash mobs triggered by court verdict to disband opposition party Future Forward. Making the three-finger salute, a gesture from blockbuster The Hunger Games, to signify…
Editorial round-up from around the region
A round-up of the most important and relevant editorials from ANN partners. It has been an interesting two weeks in Asia, one that might shape the future of the continent for the…