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Thailand seeks deeper Russia ties as ASEAN trade potential grows
Thailand seeks deeper Russia ties as ASEAN trade potential grows
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Thailand is seeking closer partnership with Russia, as Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow says ASEAN-Russia trade remains below potential and can grow through energy, technology and private-sector cooperation. EU carry-on bag rules spark warnings of unnecessary fare rises
EU carry-on bag rules spark warnings of unnecessary fare rises
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The EU’s new air passenger rights rules will require cabin baggage to be included in ticket prices from 2027, prompting Ryanair to warn that travellers could face unnecessary fare increases.Can Thailand afford its ideology? | The Signal EP29
Can Thailand afford its ideology? | The Signal EP29
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
This Pride Month, Thailand became one of the first countries in Asia to include gender-affirming hormone therapy under its universal healthcare scheme.Thai hotels face liquidity crunch amid rising operating costs
Thai hotels face liquidity crunch amid rising operating costs
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The Thai Hotels Association warns of tighter liquidity for over half of operators, prompting calls for government support measures.Thailand and Russia pledge closer cooperation after Anutin-Putin talks
Thailand and Russia pledge closer cooperation after Anutin-Putin talks
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to expand cooperation across energy, trade, AI, cybersecurity and security ties during talks in Kazan.Two minor earthquakes detected in Thailand and Vietnam, felt near Ubon Ratchathani
Two minor earthquakes detected in Thailand and Vietnam, felt near Ubon Ratchathani
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The Thai Meteorological Department reported two earthquakes in Chiang Rai and Vietnam, with the latter located around 317km from Ubon Ratchathani.Phuket tuk-tuk driver charged over British boxer's fatal fall
Phuket tuk-tuk driver charged over British boxer's fatal fall
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
Police have questioned a tuk-tuk driver in Phuket following the fatal fall of a British professional boxer from his vehicle in the early hours of Sunday.S&P keeps Thailand at BBB+, JSCCIB urges structural reform to sustain confidence
S&P keeps Thailand at BBB+, JSCCIB urges structural reform to sustain confidence
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
S&P Global Ratings has maintained Thailand’s sovereign credit rating at BBB+ with a stable outlook, citing steady economic recovery and strong external buffers.