Japan will survey prosecutors nationwide on sexual harassment
SATURDAY, JUNE 06, 2026
Japan's top prosecutors to launch a nationwide harassment survey following a sexual assault scandal involving the former head of the Osaka district office.
PM Takaichi faces challenges from defamatory video scandal
SATURDAY, JUNE 06, 2026
PM Takaichi’s cabinet faces backlash over reports that her campaign posted videos defaming rivals during last year's LDP and this year's Lower House elections.
Thai businesses eye opportunities in Russia despite sanctions challenges and balance with the West
SATURDAY, JUNE 06, 2026
St. Petersburg, Russia - Thai businesses are increasingly exploring opportunities in Russia despite concerns over sanctions, payment restrictions and potential repercussions for companies with links to Western markets, as Thai delegates attended the St. Petersburg International Economic (SPIEF).
Thais Help Thais Plus spending tops 12.5bn baht as 26m people receive entitlements
SATURDAY, JUNE 06, 2026
The Thais Help Thais Plus 60/40 scheme has generated more than 12.53 billion baht in spending, with over 26 million people receiving entitlements and nearly 1 million shops joining the programme.