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Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:33:00 +0700
April arrivals bring more signs of continued revival
The Thai economy in April showed signs of improvement in all areas, particularly the tourism sector, supported by the relaxation of travel restrictions.

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 06:19:00 +0700
Explainer: What is PDPA, Thailand's new data law?
Thailand's drive to provide more comprehensive online safety for individuals begins Wednesday with enforcement of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 05:11:00 +0700
Tourism hit by safety, security woes
Thailand's ranking in the Travel and Tourism Development Index 2021 dropped to 36th from 35th place, with safety and security plunging to the lower end of the table, while neighbouring countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam posted improvements.

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:44:00 +0700
Depts to work on surrogacy
The Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) are working together to suppress illegal surrogacy in order to change the country's sullied reputation as a hub for illegal fertility treatments.

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:33:00 +0700
PM, opposition clash on budget
The opposition took aim at the 2023 budget bill, saying the government is being held to ransom by coalition parties over budget allocations while Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha defended it, saying Thailand still enjoys financial and foreign reserve...

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:22:00 +0700
Nightspots to reopen today
From Wednesday, entertainment venues such as pubs, bars and nightclubs will reopen in 31 provinces, including Bangkok, with their hours of operation and the serving of alcoholic beverages extended until midnight.

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:11:00 +0700
Police issue guidance on controversial new data law
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) has issued a set of recommendations on the use of personal photos, videos and other files without violating the new Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), which will come into effect on Wednesday.

Tue, 31 May 2022 17:10:00 +0700
Chadchart certified as winner of Bangkok governor election
The Election Commission (EC) on Tuesday endorsed Chadchart Sittipunt as the winner of the May 22 Bangkok governor election.

Tue, 31 May 2022 06:01:00 +0700
Mobile operators prepped for PDPA
Major mobile operators have affirmed they are fully prepared for customer data protection and cybersecurity standards in line with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), which is scheduled to come into force on Wednesday.

Tue, 31 May 2022 06:00:00 +0700
Wissanu rejects dumping Thai numerals
Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has rejected replacing Thai numerals with Arabic numbers as used in Western countries in all official documents.



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