Gold rush to become trickle this Chinese New Year as Thais cut spending
Industry insiders also said that many gold consumers were still watching their spending, as they had not yet paid off debts built up during the Covid-19 crisis.
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Thailand tops online search list for Lunar New Year travel: Sojern
Thailand moved from second to first place this year, accounting for 27% of all travel searches in the Asia Pacific region, the company reported.
China’s reopening lifts Thai export sector but recovery is fragile: experts
Thai exports of durians, among others would be affected if Beijing reimposes lockdown measures, the Trade Policy and Strategy Officer director stated.
Lunar surge may surpass 1.8 million passengers at airport
The airport will see 10,965 flights during the festival: 7,635 international and 3,330 domestic flights, during the Chinese New Year festival from January 16.
This year, eat your way through Southeast Asia
The vibrant and dynamic street markets offer curious foodies a chance to feast on many delicacies, including deep-fried insects, the author writes.
Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge reopens three years after closure during Covid-19
Business people from both sides expect a quick recovery of tourism and a return of tourists to the area shortly after the bridge’s reopening.
Face-mask makers asked to increase output as tourists from China surge
Department of Internal Trade director-general, Wattanasak Sur-iam said a shortage of face masks could contribute to a new wave of infections in Thailand
Indonesia’s LGBT community fears threat posed by new law
Last month, the world's largest Muslim-majority country, banned people from having sex outside marriage or even living together.
Prayut’s unveiling as PM candidate on Monday ‘may break law’
A former election commissioner has called for an investigation, as election law bans government officials from campaigning during office hours for 180 days before an election.
Blackpink captivate thousands of ‘Blinks’ at Bangkok’s National Stadium
Most “Blinks” (as Blackpink fans are known) said they were excited that the band has returned to Thailand.