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105bn Baht Cash Flow Expected During New Year Season
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

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New Year fireworks show at Icon Siam. Photo: Matichon

 

 

ABOUT 105 BILLION BAHT in cash flow over the purchase of merchandise and services is expected across the country during the approaching New Year season, the University of Thai Chamber of Commerce’s (UTCC) Centre for Economic & Business Forecasting reported.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315231-105bn-baht-cash-flow-expected-during-new-year-season/

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Number Of People Owing Illicit Debt Now Surpasses 100,000
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

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Representative images of debt. Credit: Matichon

 

THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE indebted to loan sharks has now surpassed 100,000 over a three-week period, confirmed the Ministry of Interior’s undersecretary Sutthipong Chulcharoen today (Dec.21).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315232-number-of-people-owing-illicit-debt-now-surpasses-100000/

 

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Pattaya: Traffic chaos at Bali Hai Pier
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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The picturesque road from Walking Street to Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya has transformed into a bustling bazaar, causing mayhem for both locals and tourists alike.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315237-pattaya-traffic-chaos-at-bali-hai-pier/

 

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Brutal Pit Bull Attack Shocks Community; Victim Succumbs to Injuries
 

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In an alarming incident that transpired within the serene vicinity of Ban Pa Mued Rungcharoen, Soi 23, Tambon Wiang Phang Kham, Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai, two unrestrained pit bulls unleashed a violent assault on a 64-year-old man with a disability.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315241-brutal-pit-bull-attack-shocks-community-victim-succumbs-to-injuries/

 

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Temple Thief in Sri Racha Makes Off with 200,000 Baht
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Sri Racha —A heartless thief ransacked the donation room of Wat Tapotharam in the Sri Racha district, making off with over 200,000 baht in cash and several gold-framed Buddhist amulets.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315256-temple-thief-in-sri-racha-makes-off-with-200000-baht/

 

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GO Wholesale Food Center Now Open in South Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

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Pattaya — “GO Wholesale”, an all-inclusive food wholesale center, has opened its doors at their brand new branch in South Pattaya, offering a haven of fresh, high-quality ingredients and unparalleled service.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315257-go-wholesale-food-center-now-open-in-south-pattaya/

 

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Thai traditional dress set to be listed on UNESCO
by Mitch Connor

 

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Photo courtesy of Thai Style Studio 1984


The Ministry of Culture is gearing up to propose the inclusion of Thai traditional dress in UNESCO‘s prestigious intangible cultural heritage listings.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315261-thai-traditional-dress-set-to-be-listed-on-unesco/

 

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INS Kadmatt’s unprecedented naval move shakes South China Sea
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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In a sensational stride towards strengthening ties, India‘s naval gem, INS Kadmatt, stealthily docked in Bangkok on December 19.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315263-ins-kadmatt’s-unprecedented-naval-move-shakes-south-china-sea/

 

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Staggering investment of 150 billion baht in AOT airports
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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In a move set to revolutionise Thailand‘s air travel scene, Airports of Thailand (AOT) has unveiled ambitious plans for the construction of two new airports and a staggering investment of 150 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315269-staggering-investment-of-150-billion-baht-in-aot-airports/

 

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Thai economy set to boom with 106 billion baht splash with new year expenses
by Mitch Connor

 

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The University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) predicts a staggering 106 billion baht surge in consumer spending during the upcoming New Year festivities – a four-year high that could inject new life into the nation’s financial veins.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315270-thai-economy-set-to-boom-with-106-billion-baht-splash-with-new-year-expenses/

 

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Anutin reveals new low-interest loan facility for informal borrowers with a good credit rating 
by Carla Boonkong & Pranee O' Connor

 

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Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of the Interior Anutin Charnvirakul. The Bhumjaithai Party leader chairs the government committee pursuing a solution to the country’s chronic household debt problems. This week, he announced a new loan facility for borrowers with good credit ratings.


Thai government to the rescue: Deputy PM Anutin announces low-interest loans up to ฿50,000 for good credit borrowers outside the formal system. It comes amid rising concern for the safety of lenders as a top committee aims to curb informal debt, offering relief and legal protection to all parties.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315273-anutin-reveals-new-low-interest-loan-facility-for-informal-borrowers-with-a-good-credit-rating/

 

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Phuket taxi drivers protest against rise of illegal taxi apps
by Mitch Connor

 

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A sea of yellow and green licence plates flooded the grounds of Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday, December 21, as taxi drivers from all over the province assembled in protest.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315275-phuket-taxi-drivers-protest-against-rise-of-illegal-taxi-apps/

 

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Two former naval officers, Taiwanese national arrested on murder charges

 

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Two retired naval officers were arrested in Bangkok this morning by Crime Suppression Division (CSD) police on murder charges, in connection with the death of a Taiwanese national.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1315279-two-former-naval-officers-taiwanese-national-arrested-on-murder-charges/

 

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