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The end of the ‘three Pors’ era in Thai politics
The end of the ‘three Pors’ era in Thai politics
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
Gen Prawit quits PPRP’s PM race on health grounds as the ‘three Pors’ parties weaken, signalling the waning of military-backed politicsBaht nears 31 per US$ as gold rally and Fed-cut bets push currency to 4-year high
Baht nears 31 per US$ as gold rally and Fed-cut bets push currency to 4-year high
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
Thin year-end liquidity and heavy gold-linked flows helped baht hit a fresh multi-year peak, with analysts flagging 31.00 per US$ as next key test, and warning of sharp two-way swings from position-squaring.Indonesia clears hurdles, US trade deal due in January
Indonesia clears hurdles, US trade deal due in January
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
The agreement, which is expected to be signed by President Prabowo Subianto and US counterpart Donald Trump, will not constrain Jakarta’s domestic policy space and will deliver “balanced economic benefits” for both countries, according to Office of the Coordinating Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto.Thai hotels expect weaker second-half revenues in 2025, foreign arrivals seen rising only modestly to 33 million in 2026
Thai hotels expect weaker second-half revenues in 2025, foreign arrivals seen rising only modestly to 33 million in 2026
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
A Thai Hotels Association-Bank of Thailand survey finds most hotel operators expect 2026 foreign arrivals to be similar to 2025 at about 33 million, while many see second-half 2025 revenues declining.US federal judge upholds Trump's 100,000 USD H-1B fee
US federal judge upholds Trump's 100,000 USD H-1B fee
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
A federal judge in Washington, D.C. ruled on Tuesday (December 23) that President Donald Trump acted within his legal powers when he imposed a US$100,000 fee on employers seeking to file petitions for new H-1B visas.Monsoon strengthens in the South as colder, windier weather grips upper Thailand
Monsoon strengthens in the South as colder, windier weather grips upper Thailand
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
The Meteorological Department warns of heavier rain in the lower South and rougher seas, while a cold surge brings lower temperatures and strong winds across upper Thailand.Bhumjaithai names two PM candidates, Sihasak ranked second after Anutin
Bhumjaithai names two PM candidates, Sihasak ranked second after Anutin
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
Bhumjaithai Party resolves to nominate Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow as its second prime ministerial candidate, alongside party leader Anutin Charnvirakul.SMR Thailand’s Nuclear Future - Dr. Nuttakrij Apipuchayakul | Time to Talk EP.52
SMR Thailand’s Nuclear Future - Dr. Nuttakrij Apipuchayakul | Time to Talk EP.52
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2025
What does nuclear energy really mean for Thailand’s future?
In this episode of Time to Talk, we dive into one of the most important topics shaping Thailand’s clean energy transition, nuclear technology and the rise of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).