Tag: Yingluck Shinawatra
Thai-Africa Initiative Launched, Will Open New Source-Markets for Thai tourism
Bangkok, 13 August, 2013 – Travel & tourism from Africa to Thailand is expected to be a major beneficiary of the Thai-African Strategic Partnership...
Thailand-Uganda agree to further strengthen economic ties
BANGKOK, 2 August 2013 Thailand and Uganda have agreed to further strengthen their economic ties as the two countries signed three memorandums of understanding...
Tourism Authority of Thailand Fact Sheet – Oil Spill in Samet...
As of 30 July 2013 More than 200 employees of the national Thai energy company are working with 200 naval personnel and 60 volunteers...
Thailand and Mozambique focusing on trade relations
BANGKOK, 30 July 2013 Thailand and the Republic of Mozambique have reportedly agreed to establish bilateral relations in all areas, especially trades and investments. ...
PM visits African countries to boost ties, investment
BANGKOK, July 28 – Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra on Sunday started her official visit to Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda to strengthen ties and boost...
Yingluck samples “Royal Umbrella” brand rice to reassure confidence
BANGKOK, 19th July 2013 Prime Minister Yingluck and the Public Health and Commerce Ministers have played down concerns over contaminated rice, eating “Royal...
Kamphaeng Phet to become model for logistics system
BANGKOK, 19 July 2013 Kamphaeng Phet is poised to be promoted by the Cabinet as a logistics model for the rest of the country...
Heritage sites to boost Thailand’s revenue
BANGKOK, 18 July 2013 The Ministry of Culture is planning to incorporate business into a national heritage preservation program in order to boost income...
Cooking gas price to be raised from September 1
BANGKOK, 16 July 2013 The National Energy Policy Committee (NEPC) has resolved to raise the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the...
Thailand to promote Dawei special economic project among Japanese investors
BANGKOK, 12 July 2013 Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has encouraged Japanese investors to invest in the Dawei special economic zone, while the latter...
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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...