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Parliament okays business licensing draft in OECD push

A draft law aimed at streamlining business licensing procedures has received parliamentary approval, supporting Thailand's goal of joining the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

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Govt vows to boost standing with IEA

Paris: Thailand has pledged to deepen cooperation with the International Energy Agency (IEA) across all dimensions as part of efforts to strengthen energy security and address the global energy crisis.

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Anutin urged to seek French president’s help with Cambodia

People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has suggested that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul consider inviting French President Emmanuel Macron to visit Thailand, saying such a visit could help facilitate dialogue on Thai-Cambodian issues.

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Unnecessary laws to get the chop

The Thai government is preparing to reform more than 7,000 economic laws, initially focusing on 10 to 20 key statutes in an effort to reduce obstacles to doing business in the country.

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New OECD membership drive begins

Thailand has set a target of becoming a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2028, government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said.

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Cabinet backs 2nd debt plan revision

The cabinet on Tuesday approved a second revision of the public debt management plan for fiscal 2026, adjusting borrowing and repayment targets to better reflect current economic conditions, budget implementation and government priorities.

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Huge Chinese investment in EV production in Thailand forecast: govt

Chinese manufacturers have shown interest in investing in the production of electric vehicles (EV) in Thailand to the tune of 1.44 billion US dollars, deputy government spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek said on Sunday.

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Thammasat student council condemns PM vote

The Thammasat University Student Council issued a statement condemning Thursday’s vote for a new prime minister, saying that members of parliament and senators who voted against the will of the people or abstained from voting were disgraceful.

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Bills cut with Thai artificial tooth roots

Thai researchers have developed an artificial tooth root, improving public access to dental implant services by bringing down the price of implants tenfold when compared to imported ones of a similar quality, the government says.

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Asean pact pushes local currencies

The cabinet has approved Asean's joint plans to push for the use of local currencies for payments in the region.

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Cabinet support for inter-Asean transactions in local currencies

The caretaker cabinet on Tuesday approved a draft declaration to promote use of local currencies in transactions between member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

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Development to generate coffee export opportunities

Thailand has approved the export of roasted coffee beans and coffee products that combine domestically produced beans with imported ones in order to increase coffee exporting opportunities for the country.

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Thais from Sudan due home late Wednesday

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) sent three aircraft to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday night to repatriate Thai people evacuated from conflict-torn Sudan. They are expected to arrive at Don Mueang Airport around 8pm tomorrow.

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Democrats to push for sex toy legalisation

The Democrat Party has pledged to push for legalising sex toys, saying it will bring more benefits beyond sexual pleasure.

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Sudan repatriation flights to leave soon

The government is planning to evacuate Thai nationals from Sudan as soon as possible via the nearest airports, including Cairo airport in Egypt and the American Air Force Base in Djibouti.

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Air force ready to bring Thais back from Sudan

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has prepared aircraft to evacuate Thai nationals from Sudan while students there have called on the government to send help as quickly as possible.

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Plans afoot to get Thais out of Sudan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) will meet with the military on Friday to plan the evacuation of Thai nationals from Sudan amid difficulties due to the closure of the international airport in Khartoum as violent unrest continues.

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Cabinet leaves Chao Phraya Promenade for next government

The cabinet on Tuesday decided not to appeal a Central Administrative Court injunction suspending construction of the Chao Phraya Promenade in Bangkok, and will leave it for the new government's consideration, deputy spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said.

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B7.7bn approved for squatters' housing

The cabinet has agreed in principle to a 7.7-billion-baht project to help 27,084 low-income households evicted from state land required for rail transport development, deputy government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said on Wednesday.

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Firms issuing tokens to get tax breaks

The cabinet on Tuesday agreed to waive corporate income tax and value-added tax for companies that issue digital tokens for investment, a government spokeswoman said.

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People urged to report street races for B3,000 reward

The government is encouraging people to report street races, and get a 3,000 baht reward.

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Cabinet greenlights workers' wage hike

The cabinet yesterday approved a wage increase for skilled workers in 17 professions.

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Tax deduction period extended for health foundation donations

The cabinet has extended the double tax deduction period for another two years for contributions made to 13 public health foundations via E-donation.

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Motorists warned of pedestrian crossing penalties

Motorists who fail to stop for pedestrians at zebra crossings will be fined up to 4,000 baht and have one point deducted immediately from their licence under new traffic laws now being enforced.

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Anutin talks trade and investment

Thailand is aiming to enhance trade and investment with the United Kingdom, said deputy government spokeswoman Traisuree Taisaranakul on Friday following a meeting between high-level officials from both nations in London.

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