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The commentary contends that while Isan cuisine from Thailand's northeast has gained prestige in Bangkok's fine dining scene, societal prejudice against the region's migrants persists. It highlights the cultural disconnect where culinary appreciation does not translate into social acceptance of the people behind the food.
Euronews reports on the Thailand Privilege Card, a long-stay visa program allowing foreigners to reside in Thailand for up to 20 years. The article highlights benefits including priority airport services, luxury experiences, and healthcare access, positioning the nation as an attractive base for Asian travel and lifestyle relocation.
Thailand's imposition of a 35% excise tax on imported electric vehicles is prompting automakers to consider local production facilities. Millennium Group Corporation, distributor for XPeng in Thailand, is assessing commercial viability for a potential factory with the Chinese automaker.
Thailand stated China must make a formal extradition request if it wants two Uyghur men returned, with the case going through courts. The men, detained in Bangkok after prison release, have pleaded against deportation to China where they fear torture, as Beijing seeks to repatriate 300 Uyghurs labeled terrorists.
Thai opposition leaders Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut and Abhisit Vejjajiva have formally demanded a government investigation into alleged spyware targeting their mobile phones. Apple Inc. software had previously flagged attempted attacks on the politicians' devices days before the public announcement, intensifying scrutiny ahead of a December no-confidence debate.