No guarantee 400-baht wage will go nationwide
There is no guarantee that the 400-baht daily minimum wage adjustment, already effective in some tourism provinces, will be implemented in remaining provinces, labour permanent secretary Boonsong Thapchaiyuth says.
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Free public transport gives big boost to Bangkok train trip numbers
Train ridership surged 60% across Greater Bangkok on Sunday, the second day of the government&s week-long offer of free public transport to help combat air pollution, the Department of...
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Gulf of Thailand overlapping claim negotiators 'await parliament's nod'
A new Joint Technical Committee (JTC) has not yet been formed to negotiate with Cambodia on the maritime dispute as the government cannot act without parliament's consent, Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa said on Monday.
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Thailand's online gig workers reminded to file income declaration
The government is reminding online gig workers, including freelance workers, food delivery riders, YouTubers and social media influencers, to file the 2024 personal income tax form by March 31 or risk facing penalties such as fines of up to 200,000 baht and/or seven years imprisonment.
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Education Ministry responds to Thaksin's criticism
A close aide to the education minister on Monday defended the ministry against former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's criticism that it is too large and needs restructuring to improve the nation's education system.
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Police raids target Chinese criminal ownership of tourist villas
Police have raided several businesses in Chon Buri province, including poolside villas, as they expand their investigation into alleged involvement by illicit Chinese businesses in the provision of  accommodation for Chinese visitors. 
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