China lets in durian after safety checks
Thai durians have passed tests for Basic Yellow 2 (BY2), a carcinogenic colouring substance, at the Youyiguan Border Gate, allowing the resumption of exports to China following a ban on Jan 10, the Office of Agricultural Affairs (OAA) at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Guangzhou said on Friday.
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Alarm sounds over haze
The government has announced urgent measures to combat the PM2.5 pollution crisis, including offering free bus and electric train rides and asking private companies to allow employees to work from home.
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Bangkok Port 'a viable casino site'
The Transport Ministry has given the green light for Bangkok Port to house an integrated entertainment complex.
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National park told to stop burning
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has ordered Thap Lan National Park in Prachin Buri to stop the controlled burning of a 600-rai area in the park after facing heavy criticism for creating air pollution.
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Govt urged to reform toxic waste management laws
Activists have urged the government to amend relevant laws to address ineffective hazardous waste management practices, which have increased since an uptick in foreign investment.
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Ayutthaya high-speed rail still on track
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) will reduce the height of the Ayutthaya High-Speed Rail Station's roof structure to preserve the value of the original Ayutthaya Railway Station, following the advice of the World Heritage Committee's advisory body.
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