Developments Regarding the U.S. Embassy’s Travel Alert for Bangkok over Possible Terrorist Threat
The Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkaew, has expressed concern over the travel alert issued by the U.S. Embassy, as this was an issue that required careful consideration due to the repercussions it could have on Thailand as a whole.
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First Cabinet Reshuffle of the Yingluck Shinawatra Administration
After almost six months in office, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has decided to reshuffle her Cabinet. The first Cabinet reshuffle of the present administration took place on 18 January 2012.
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First Cabinet Reshuffle of the Yingluck Shinawatra Administration
After almost six months in office, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has decided to reshuffle her Cabinet. The first Cabinet reshuffle of the present administration took place on January 18.
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Ensuring the Growth and Safety of Thailand’s Tourism
The Government has ensured the safety of local people and foreign tourists as Thailand steps up security measures, following news reports on a possible terrorist threat. The country’s tourism in 2012 is expected to continue to grow further and the growth will generate many billions of baht in revenue.
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Transport Network and Logistics Projects in Northern Thailand
The Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Finance are working jointly on details of a high-speed train project linking Bangkok with Chiang Mai in the North.
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Thailand Ensures Strength of Security Measures in Response to Possible Terrorist Threat
Mr. Thani Thongphakdi, Director-General of the Information Department and Foreign Ministry Spokesman, reaffirmed that Thailand had increased its security measures in response to a possible terrorist threat.
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Following in the Footstep of the “Teacher of the Land”: The Concept of National Teacher’s Day Celebration 2012
The celebration of National Teacher’s Day 2012 focuses on the concept of following in the footstep of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who is recognized as the “Teacher of the Land.”
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Flood Recovery to Restore Investor Confidence and Rehabilitate the Industrial Sector
The Government will accelerate flood recovery, especially infrastructure projects, to restore the confidence of investors and industrial operators over the next six months.
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Mobile Cabinet Meeting in Chiang Mai
The first mobile Cabinet meeting under the Yingluck Shinawatra administration is scheduled for January 14-15, in the northern province of Chiang Mai.
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Urgent Issue of Investment in Sustainable Water Management
The Government deems it necessary to issue an executive decree empowering the Ministry of Finance to secure loans for use to invest in water management for Thailand’s development in the future.
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