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Report Swiss Man Faces Arrest in Phuket Over Alleged Assault on Thai Doctor
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 22 April 2025
Thailand Braces for Blowback From US-China Trade War File photo Thailand's trade and export sectors are on high alert as the US-China trade war escalates, with potential repercussions set to ripple through the country's economy. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1358426-thailand-braces-for-blowback-from-us-china-trade-war/- 1
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Economy Thailand Braces for Blowback From US-China Trade War
File photo Thailand's trade and export sectors are on high alert as the US-China trade war escalates, with potential repercussions set to ripple through the country's economy. Economists warn that global trade uncertainties, fuelled by the rift between the two powerhouse nations, could challenge Thailand's economic stability. Nattawat Onratn from CGS-CIMB Securities hints that the trade war might drag on, keeping Thailand in a state of flux. Nattawat raises concerns over the unpredictable nature of US President Donald Trump's trade policies, noting that negotiation efforts by several countries, including Japan, have yet to yield fruitful results. As uncertainty prevails, Thai investors are urged to maintain liquidity, despite possible short-lived recoveries in the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET). Allianz SE projects that Thailand's GDP growth might inch down to 2.2% this year, with potential declines continuing into 2026, all under the shadow of Trump's tariff strategies. Ludovic Subran of Allianz highlights that Thailand could feel the squeeze of increased global trade costs, especially in automotive, manufacturing, and electronics sectors, despite not being directly targeted by US tariffs. The strain on export sectors might push Thailand's central bank towards monetary easing while domestic policies and diversification efforts try to buffer the adverse effects. As businesses delay projects and curb investments amid Washington-Beijing tensions, global GDP is projected to fall to its lowest level since the pandemic by 2025, with sluggish consumer spending and inflation adding to the woes. While Asia-Pacific could display resilience with an expected growth of 3.9% in 2025, Thailand might face budgetary pressures. BofA Global Research suggests the Thai government might need to consider additional fiscal measures to aid the economy, possibly necessitating new legislation to enable increased borrowing, as noted by economist Pipat Luengnaruemitchai. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post -- 2025-04-22 -
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Veteran Mechanic Killed After Car Jack Collapses While Repairing Vehicle
You should not need to get under the car to change a wheel! When I've changed wheels in Thailand (in the middle of nowhere with no solid block etc to support the car), I place the spare wheel right next to the failed wheel/tyre, jack it up just enough to remove/replace the wheel, and then pull off the old wheel and push on the new in just a few seconds, in case the jack fails. I'm not under the car, so no risk there, but it would be a big headache to have the jack fail when there's no wheel on the axle to support the car... -
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What Movies or TV shows are you watching (2025)
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Farage’s Reform UK Projected to Lead Hung Parliament in Surprise Poll Upset
Farage’s Reform UK Projected to Lead Hung Parliament in Surprise Poll Upset In a political twist few would have predicted a year ago, a new survey suggests that Nigel Farage’s Reform UK could become the largest party in a hung parliament if a general election were held today. The startling projection comes from polling organization More in Common, whose data model, based on responses from 16,000 voters, places Reform at 180 seats—15 more than both the Conservatives and Labour, who are each predicted to secure 165. Luke Tryl, director of More in Common, described the findings as a reflection of a political landscape in flux. “British politics has fragmented to an unprecedented level,” he said, highlighting the breakdown of traditional party loyalties and the volatility that now defines the electorate. The poll paints a bleak picture for Labour, suggesting that Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership could deliver an outcome even worse than Jeremy Corbyn's disastrous 2019 result. According to the model, Labour would lose 246 seats, with some of its most high-profile MPs at risk of defeat. Ten cabinet ministers are forecast to lose their constituencies, including Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, Defence Secretary John Healey, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, and Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Labour’s previously formidable coalition appears to be fracturing from both ends of the political spectrum. The poll suggests major losses across key heartlands such as the red wall, Scotland, and South Wales valleys—areas that have historically underpinned the party’s electoral strength. Although polls conducted so far in advance of an election are speculative and cannot accurately predict future outcomes, the numbers still offer a significant morale boost to Reform UK, which currently holds only four seats, having lost one of the five it gained in last year’s election. “Nigel Farage’s Reform UK emerge as the biggest winners of this parliament so far, with our model suggesting they could well become the largest party in parliament, something almost unthinkable a year ago,” said Tryl. He acknowledged that while Reform remains far from a governing majority, its growing support signals a seismic shift in public sentiment. “It is clear Reform’s momentum is real, and the question is whether their new level of support represents the start of a path to government or a ceiling that Farage’s polarising brand finds hard to overcome,” Tryl added. Meanwhile, Labour finds itself increasingly vulnerable in the face of rising public frustration. “Labour, meanwhile, having secured a historic victory, now find themselves on the wrong side of a disillusioned electorate frustrated at the slow pace of change and some of the government’s early missteps,” Tryl noted. With just weeks remaining before Reform UK faces its next significant electoral test, this poll—however speculative—underscores the unpredictable nature of Britain’s current political climate and the growing appetite among voters for something radically different. Adpated by ASEAN Now from The Independent 2025-04-22
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