IMF says AI investment keeps global growth around 3%, with major Asia benefits
Strong investment in AI infrastructure is keeping global growth at around 3%, yielding major benefits for many Asian economies that supply the hardware, such as Thailand, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Monday.
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Protest ban near IMF venues
The Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) has banned public gatherings around the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), venues hosting official functions and hotels accommodating delegates to the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2026 until Oct 20.
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Govt orders checks of care facilities
The government has ordered inspections of all 1,203 registered elderly and dependent care facilities nationwide within two months following reports of overcrowding, unlicensed operations and alleged abuse in Kanchanaburi and Nonthaburi.
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Thai PBS funding in spotlight
A proposal by the ruling Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) to amend laws governing four public bodies has sparked debate over their funding and accountability.
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Anutin orders NBTC to explain chairman's meeting notices
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) to explain why its chairman continues to convene board meetings despite a court ruling concerning his eligibility to hold office.
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PM warns of rain as cleanup begins
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul urged authorities to accelerate post-flood recovery efforts and warned 14 southern provinces to prepare for another round of heavy rainfall.
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