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Why is the Pizza Company not "real pizza"?
Domino's in BKK is pretty dire compared to their offerings in the UK (which I like) and no cheaper. The one in Hanoi was OK tho. My go to for authentic pizza in BKK since 2017 been Pizza Mania (run by US expat I believe) but I've read they may have changed ownership. Last few I had weren't as good as I remember. -
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Tourism Thailand Tourism: Falling Behind or Ready to Evolve?
even my Thai wife and Thai friends start to realise how dirty Thailand has become -
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USA MAGA Bots Clash Over Trump-Epstein Scandal
The teflon is peeling off. Sounds like somebody in DC is scared: Mike Johnson shuts US House early to avoid Epstein vote https://www.ft.com/content/6a42cc0c-82bf-4433-b74b-d67497e9977b But wait, there's more Justice Dept. Reaches Out to Ghislaine Maxwell https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/us/politics/ghislaine-maxwell-epstein-doj.html Though I expect this second one won't make much difference, Team MAGA will quash it one way or another. Quietly the DC MAGA machine is vanishing, for now at least. The star of the show has been relatively quiet for the second day now. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/nyregion/alina-habba-nj-us-attorney.html From the beginning I thought Habba looked like Melania in her younger days, I figured DT took her on to, umm, take dictation and stuff like that. -
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Bombshell: Obama & Crew knew all along, Russia Russia was a hoax.
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 23 July 2025
Thailand Rejects 0% Tax Deal with US, Cites Risk to Local Farmers Picture courtesy of Khaosod Thailand has decisively rejected a 0% tax agreement with the US, citing significant potential impacts on its agriculture sector. The government is instead launching a 200 billion baht (£4.5 billion) soft loan scheme to support private sectors and farmers. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira made his position clear amidst rising pressure. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1367528-thailand-rejects-0-tax-deal-with-us-cites-risk-to-local-farmers/ -
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Economy Thailand Rejects 0% Tax Deal with US, Cites Risk to Local Farmers
Picture courtesy of Khaosod Thailand has decisively rejected a 0% tax agreement with the US, citing significant potential impacts on its agriculture sector. The government is instead launching a 200 billion baht (£4.5 billion) soft loan scheme to support private sectors and farmers. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira made his position clear amidst rising pressure. Deputy Finance Minister Julaphan Amornwiwat affirmed the country’s firm stance, stating the 0% tax proposal is untenable due to international obligations and the vulnerable nature of the domestic agriculture sector. The 0% tax would necessitate similar concessions from other trading partners, creating a ripple effect that could destabilise local industries. Julaphan pointed to Vietnam’s agreement with the US, which permits exports at a 20% tax without reciprocating the same privilege, as an example of unilateral arrangements. Thailand’s commitment to its Free Trade Agreements with European and Asian nations, along with the Most Favoured Nation principle, makes a similar deal untenable without sparking demands for equivalent treatment from other countries. As diplomatic channels operate, Thailand continues to prioritise its domestic economy. Julaphan emphasised that maintaining the livelihoods of the private sector and farmers is paramount, along with safeguarding these sectors against adverse trade negotiations. To counteract global economic pressures, the government has earmarked a substantial package of 200 billion baht in soft loans. These loans aim to stabilise businesses, ensure continuous farming operations, and protect employment. Julaphan explained that the private sector must adapt to new market realities, with assistance to broaden their market scope being key, reported Khaosod. Julaphan urged local industries to diversify their markets and closely follow global trends, viewing crises as possible opportunities for growth. Attention was drawn to domestic production, indicating that goods benefiting from international tax privileges need to be audited for adequate local content. In his concluding remarks, Julaphan discussed the potential establishment of an entertainment complex, a topic not yet on the Cabinet's agenda. He suggested that a collective understanding is essential before further discussions can progress. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-07-23
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