Wealthy foreigners can now buy land, houses in Thailand
To be eligible, foreign citizens will be required to prove they have invested at least 40 million baht in Thailand and can maintain the investment for a minimum of three years.
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Thailand has highest income inequality in east Asia: World Bank rural poverty report
The bank cited the slowing economy, stagnating farm and business incomes, and the Covid-19 crisis as reasons for Thailand’s rising poverty rate.
Thai private sector targets Apec summit with 5-pronged strategy
Key issues will include regional economic integration; digital infrastructure and sustainability.
Horror genre: Thai ghosts who can give you the creeps
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The move came after Karen fighters inflicted heavy damage on the Myanmar military and conquered some parts of Kawkareik town over the past three days.
Growing global demand for medical and wellness tourism offers bright prospects
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A new wave of ‘Great Resignation’ looming in 2023: Adecco research
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