Thailand has threatened to scrap a deal on developing energy reserves with Cambodia a day after both nations recalled their ambassadors in a row over Phnom Penh's appointment of ousted Thai premier Thaksin Shinawatra (pictured) as economics adviser.
Asian nations discussed plans at a major summit Saturday to "lead the world" by boosting economic and political cooperation and possibly forming an EU-style community.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand has appeared in public for the first time since he was taken to hospital in mid-September, easing widespread concern over the revered monarch's deteriorating health.
After more than 25 years of research, an encouraging vaccine trial for the AIDS virus has been carried out in Thailand. Researchers said that it had lowered the rick of infection by approximately 31%.
The Stock Exchange of Thailand suffered nearly a 5% loss by midday Thursday, bucking the upward momentum of bourses around the world, on rumours that the king’s health has taken a turn for the worse.
Thai stocks slumped 4.69 percent Thursday amid concerns over King Bhumibol Adulyadej's health, and despite assurances from the palace that the 81-year-old's condition was "good".
A passenger train bound for Bangkok has derailed in heavy rain, killing at least seven people and injuring up to 65. The train came off the track near a resort town Hua Hin - a popular tourist destination for both locals and foreigners.
Frenchman Gilles Simon beat Serbian Viktor Troicki 7-5 6-3 to win the Thailand Open final on Sunday. It's the first title this season and the sixth tournament win of his career for world number 10 Simon.
