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Gold prices stabilized after rising due to Trump's tariff threats, which stimulated demand for safe-haven assets. A stronger dollar limited further gains in metal prices.
BRICS countries reacted to Donald Trump's threats to impose 10% tariffs on countries that join "anti-American policies. " South Africa and China deny anti-American sentiments, and Malaysia joins BRICS, emphasizing an independent foreign policy.
Hyper-competition from Chinese electric vehicles in Thailand threatens local production. Neta, one of the first Chinese brands in the Thai market, cannot meet the requirements of the state incentive program, which has led to payment delays and complaints from dealers.
From July 1, Ukrainians abroad can submit documents for notarial acts online through the "e-Consul" system. This innovation simplifies the process, allowing citizens to upload necessary data and certificates without a physical visit to diplomatic missions until the last step.
Thailand's Constitutional Court has temporarily suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a conversation in which she criticized a military official. Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit will serve as acting head of government.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees, synchronizing EU sanctions against Russia and implementing packages of restrictions against Iran. The sanctions apply to individuals and legal entities from various countries, including the Russian Federation, Belarus, and Iran.
Thai 10th-grader Tiraphat Ransavoranan travels five kilometers to school every day on his stallion Sunny, "parking" it on the school grounds. This unusual practice is permitted by the school principal.
The Thai government plans to reinstate criminal penalties for cannabis, threatening a billion-dollar industry that has thrived since 2022. The Ministry of Health has already banned the sale of cannabis for recreational use and requires a doctor's prescription for retail purchases.
Brazilian tourist Juliana Marins has gone missing on Mount Rinjani in Indonesia, presumably after falling into a volcano crater. Rescuers are using drones and a helicopter in their search, but poor weather conditions are complicating the operation.
Cambodia has appealed to the International Court of Justice over a conflict with Thailand. After the death of a soldier, both countries mobilized troops near the disputed border area.
Thailand plans to tighten control over financial transactions in casinos to prevent money laundering. The government is trying to convince opponents of casino legalization for new resorts.
28-year-old acrobat Veronika Kobzova, the niece of the founder of the Kobzov Circus, died in Thailand. She fell from a height of 15 meters during a performance.
The international beauty contest Miss World 2025 took place in Hyderabad, where Opal Suchati Chuangsri from Thailand won. Ukrainian Maria Melnychenko entered the top 8 of the competition.
The Supreme Court ordered Yingluck Shinawatra to compensate for losses from the farmer support program. In 2017, she was sentenced to 5 years for negligence.
Thai tycoon and engineers charged over Bangkok skyscraper collapse during earthquake. The collapse killed dozens of people.
May 12 is International Nurses Day, World Melanoma Day, Vesak Day and other important events. This is a time for celebration, support and awareness.
The United States has completed its campaign to increase import duties on solar cells from Southeast Asia. The duty rate for Asian manufacturers ranges from 41% to 3500%.
Asian cybercrime syndicates are expanding their operations to Africa and South America, according to a UN report. This is happening because operations are being moved to avoid crackdowns in Southeast Asia.
Ukrainian weightlifter Anastasia Manevska became a bronze medalist at the European Championships in Chisinau (up to 87 kg), lifting 235 kg in total. This is her fourth consecutive "major" EC medal; she previously won three silvers.
Research has revealed high cadmium pollution in key rice regions of South and Southeast Asia. This poses a threat to global food security, affecting billions of people.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the usual perception of the "West" is irrelevant. Europe is the guarantor of Western values, is in demand for the organization of trade and is known for its reliability.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU aims to expand business with other countries due to US tariffs. A working group is also being created to monitor dumping in EU markets.
The US President has announced the introduction of new duties for certain countries. In particular, China - 34%, the European Union and Great Britain - 20%.
The death toll from the earthquake in Myanmar has risen to 2,886. Rescue operations are complicated, there is a lack of equipment. In Thailand, they are looking for survivors after the collapse of a skyscraper, 74 are missing.
A powerful earthquake in Myanmar has claimed more than 2,700 lives. The civil war complicates the delivery of aid, housing, food and water are needed.
On April 2, new tariffs initiated by Trump, which could lead to a global trade war, come into force in the United States. Tariffs of 15% will affect countries with the largest trade deficit.
Myanmar authorities report 1,700 dead and 3,400 injured in the earthquake. 6.7 million children are in an emergency situation, many of them under the rubble.
A state of emergency has been declared in Olomouc due to a train accident involving benzene. About 350 tons of toxic substance leaked into the groundwater, which is the largest pollution in the world.
After the powerful earthquakes that claimed more than 1,600 lives, new tremors were recorded in Myanmar. One of them, with a magnitude of 5.1, occurred near the capital Naypyidaw at a depth of 10 km.
Death toll from Myanmar earthquake rises to 1,644, with over 3,400 injured. The magnitude 7.7 earthquake also affected Thailand.