Thailand latest news
Here are some of the latest news from Thailand:
Politics
- The Thai government has announced plans to hold a general election on March 24, 2023, to end the country's military rule. (Source: BBC News)
- The opposition Pheu Thai party has filed a lawsuit against the government, alleging that the election date is unconstitutional. (Source: The Nation Thailand)
- The Thai military has announced that it will withdraw from politics and return to its role as a neutral institution. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Economy
- Thailand's economy has grown at its slowest pace in five years, with GDP expanding by 2.3% in the third quarter. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
- The Thai government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 10% in 2023. (Source: The Nation Thailand)
- The Thai stock market has fallen by 10% in the past month, amid concerns over the global economy and the impact of the US-China trade war. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
Health
- Thailand has reported its first case of the new coronavirus variant, which has been detected in several countries around the world. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
- The Thai government has announced plans to increase funding for healthcare services, including the construction of new hospitals and the hiring of more medical staff. (Source: The Nation Thailand)
- The Thai Ministry of Public Health has launched a campaign to promote vaccination against diseases such as measles and rubella. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
Tourism
- Thailand has reported a decline in tourist arrivals, with numbers falling by 10% in the first nine months of the year. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
- The Thai government has announced plans to promote tourism in the country, including the launch of a new tourism campaign and the construction of new tourist infrastructure. (Source: The Nation Thailand)
- The Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports has launched a campaign to promote sustainable tourism, including the development of eco-tourism projects and the promotion of local culture. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
Other News
- A powerful earthquake has struck northern Thailand, causing widespread damage and injuring several people. (Source: The Bangkok Post)
- The Thai government has announced plans to increase funding for education, including the construction of new schools and the hiring of more teachers. (Source: The Nation Thailand)
- The Thai Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has launched a campaign to promote environmental conservation, including the protection of wildlife and the reduction of pollution. (Source: The Bangkok Post)