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India, Thailand to conclude FTA by June-July

Firstpost - Jan 25, 2012
New Delhi: India and Thailand today agreed to expedite the negotiations for a comprehensive bilateral market opening pact and conclude it by June-July this year. “We have agreed to expedite the conclusion of negotiations on a bilateral Free Trade ...

Impact of Thailand floods continues to bite tech industry

Computerworld - Jan 25, 2012
29, citing the impact of the hard disk drive (HDD) shortage caused by the Thailand floods on its mainstream GPU business. Competitors Intel and Advanced Micro Devices also reported that they were affected by the floods, as HDD manufacturers like ...

Thailand Cuts Rate to Support Economic Growth After Flood

BusinessWeek - Jan 25, 2012
25 (Bloomberg) -- The Bank of Thailand cut interest rates for the second consecutive meeting to help spur a recovery from the worst floods in almost 70 years as a deteriorating global economy threatens growth. The central bank reduced its one-day bond ...

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Lonely Planet Thailand

by: Tim Bewer, Brandon Presser, Catherine Bodry, China Williams, Mark Beales, Austin Bush
Nobody knows Thailand like Lonely Planet. Our 13th edition will have you soaking up the sun on the island paradises of the south, trekking among the hill tribes and riding elephants in Chiang Mai, discovering the ancient temples of Sukhothai and snapping up bargains or being pampered in a spa in Bangkok. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Lonely Planet Southeast Asia: On a Shoestring

by: China Williams, Celeste Brash, Andrew Burke, Shawn Low, Brandon Presser, Nick Ray, Daniel Robinson, Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Richard Waters, Greg Bloom
For 35 years Lonely Planet's Southeast Asia on a Shoestring has been the backpacker's bible. Discover Cambodia's ancient temples, Thailand's island paradises and the best pho in Vietnam. We help you stay longer and spend less.

Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Lonely Planet Thailand's Islands & Beaches

by: Andrew Burke, Celeste Brash, Austin Bush, Brandon Presser, Adam Skolnick
Lonely Planet knows how to kick back on Thailand’s best beaches. We’ve detailed the best places to stay, no matter what your budget, so go ahead and work on your tan. Or go diving off gorgeous Ko Phi-Phi, surrender to serenity – or the Full Moon Party – on Ko Pha-Ngan, island hop in the Similans…it’s all at your fingertips.

Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
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Travel Bangkok, Thailand 2012 - Illustrated Guide, Phrasebook and Maps.

by: MobileReference
This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category, making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions, landmarks, districts, transportation, cultural venues, dining, history and much more. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide is complimented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city attractions.
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US Worried About Terror Attack in Thailand

The US Embassy in Bangkok sends an 'emergency message' to American citizens warning of a possible terrorist attack. It urges Americans to 'keep a low profile' in public, and to exercise caution in areas where Western tourists gather. (Jan. 13)

 

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Thailand welcomes USS Abraham Lincoln

USS Abraham Lincoln arrives at Laem Chabang Port Thailand. Local and International Media takes on a tour on board.

 

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Thailand Fruit Market

 

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Thailand's flood waters threaten marine life

Marine life is suffering in the Gulf of Thailand, where the Chao Phraya River, which runs through the capital Bangkok, meets the sea. Following the worst flooding in the country in decades, millions of cubic metres of extra water has been draining into the gulf causing shellfish and other fish to die or swim away. At least 10000 shellfish farmers have been affected and conservationists say it will be months before they can resume their trade. Al Jazeera's Florence Looi reports from Samut Sakhon province, Thailand.

 

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Analyst on Thailand's monarch.

King Bhumibol Adulyadej addressed thousands of Thais in a rare appearance on Monday. The monarch who turns 84, has been ill and living in hospital. Thousands of the country's convicts will be released as part of the annual royal pardon to mark the royal's birthday but the fugitive ex-premier, Thaksin Shinawatra will not be on that list. Al Jazeera speaks to journalist and Southeast Asia analyst, Larry Jagan.