Tag: Japan
DPM: Water retention areas to be determined by May
BANGKOK, 13 May 2012 – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Kittiratt Na Ranong has revealed that the Japan International Cooperation Agency...
SACICT targets arts & craft exports at USD800 mil
BANGKOK, 29 April 2012 – The SUPPORT Arts and Craft International Center of Thailand (SACICT) has set the target to export art and handicraft...
Autoparts fair to show Thailand’s potential as ASEAN leader
BANGKOK, April 26 – Thailand Department of Export Promotion (DEP) and the Thai Autoparts Manufacturers Association are holding the 5th Thailand Auto Parts...
Thailand hopeful to boost auto parts & accessories exports in 2012
BANGKOK, 27 April 2012 – Thailand is eyeing to push for further growth in the auto parts and accessories exports after most factories...
Thai PM departing China for Mekong-Japan Summit
BEIJING, April 19 - Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra is scheduled to leave Beijing for Tokyo to attend the Fourth Mekong-Japan Summit highlighting...
Khao San business operators expect 20% growth during 2012 Songkran
BANGKOK, 28 March 2012 – Business operators on the famous Khao San Road are hopeful that tourist growth during the upcoming Songkran holidays...
Asia’s best head to 2012 Top of the Gulf Regatta
The fleet line-up for the 2012 Top of the Gulf Regatta, held 4-8 May off Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Jomtien, Pattaya, is...
Pad See Ew voted most popular street food of Bangkok
BANGKOK, 24 March 2012 – Thai food has again made a global name for itself. This time, it is the common stir fried...
Panthers on the prowl at Oakwood International Rugby 10’s
It was forecast to be an ideal weekend for rugby and the group of youngsters that gathered in the Tenderloins (clubhouse of the Bangers)...
Is Indonesia going to take over?
Reports of much glee from Indonesia, as their country took over from Thailand as the largest automotive market in SE Asia in 2011....
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Happy New Tax Year Expats!
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For many expats – and retirees in particular – the festivities this year are marred by ongoing concerns about personal income tax arising from...
Pattaya tourist police spread holiday cheer by distributing sweets and promoting safety app
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police took to Walking Street to ensure the safety of tourists during the Christmas festivities on December 25. The...
Suspects arrested for stealing 60 meters of electrical cable behind Pattaya Indoor Stadium
PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai instructed relevant officials to meet with investigators after locals reported that two male suspects had stolen 60...
Violence and theft against tourists in Pattaya – Understanding the problem and accountability
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, is often praised for its vibrant nightlife, beaches, and entertainment. However, occasional incidents...
Teen gang arrested for brutal attack on 80-year-old Belgian tourist in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – On Christmas night, a shocking incident unfolded when a group of four teenagers attacked MR. Richard Ander M. Van Bogaert, an...