New calls to increase UK State Pension for over 400,000 people with frozen pensions next year Campaigners say it would cost the UK Government just £63 million to unfreeze State Pension payments. Over 400,000 British retirees living overseas say they have once again been left ‘out of sight, out of mind and out of pocket’ […]
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High-Speed Metro Approved in Ho Chi Minh City Linking Ho Chi Minh City with Cần Giờ A new high-speed metro line, spearheaded by private developer Vinspeed under VinGroup, will link downtown Ho Chi Minh City with Cần Giờ, following approval from HCM City People’s Committee. The Bến Thành–Cần Giờ line will reach speeds of up […]
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Bangkok’s Single Transit Card for Bangkok’s Four Rail Lines Delayed Over Financial Issues The introduction of a single transit card for Bangkok’s four rail lines has hit another delay, with Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn citing unresolved financial issues. The proposal has not yet reached the cabinet stage, as further studies on medium fare rates and […]
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Bangkok homebuyers move on from late-March Myanmar earthquake shock Greater Bangkok homebuyers have largely moved past the panic sparkedby the Myanmar earthquake in late March, but brand reputation remains a decisive factor in their purchasing decisions. Developers known for responsibility and strong safety standards continued to rank as top choices among buyers, according to a […]
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Da Nang Seeks $10 Billion Upgrade for Chu Lai Airport Da Nang has proposed a $10 billion transformation of Chu Lai Airport into a significant aviation and economic hub. This plan includes developing a next-generation airport alongside a free-trade zone, industrial area, and eco-urban township. The proposal, aimed at spurring regional growth, seeks approval from […]
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Bangkok post’s Deeper Dive: Do you owe income tax in Thailand? Watch full interview below or search for “Deeper Dive Thailand” wherever you get your podcasts If you stay more than 180 days in any calendar year in Thailand, you are considered a Thai tax resident, and since the beginning of 2024, any money you […]
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Laos-China Railway Marks Fourth Anniversary with Record Growth The Laos-China Railway (LCR) marked four years of operation on 3 December, highlighting its transformative role in turning Laos from a “landlocked” nation into a “land-linked” regional transport hub since its launch in 2021. The railway, as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has transported […]
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Junta Sets Up Committee to Expedite China-Backed Muse-Mandalay Railway Myanmar’s junta has formed a national‑level Project Steering Committee to push ahead with construction of the Muse-Mandalay railway, a key segment of both China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor (CMEC). The move comes as the regime, backed by Chinese pressure, regains […]
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Panel defends changes to contract for Thailand’s high-speed rail project connecting Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi, and U-tapao airports The Eastern Economic Corridor Policy Committee has defended its plan to amend the contract for the high-speed rail project connecting Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi, and U-tapao airports, saying the move is critical to keep the flagship infrastructure project alive […]
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Thailand’s Double-track Southern Line opens fully between Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan The double-track Southern Line is now fully in use between Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan, with rail officials saying the upgraded route will play a key role in boosting tourism and generating more than 72 million baht in revenue after 2025. […]
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