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Australia Warns of Possible Bomb Attack in Bangkok

The Australian Embassy in Thailand is warning its citizens to be on alert Friday for possible bomb attacks in crowded places in Bangkok.

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Thailand's Coup Stalls Southeast Asia's Democratic Gains

Democratic gains in Southeast Asia came to a halt last year, experts say, largely due to Thailand's September coup. As Ron Corben reports from Bangkok, regional analysts say there is more to democracy than elections - but elections are still vital.

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Thailand, Malaysia Agree To Step Up Security Cooperation

Thailand and Malaysia are to increase cross-border cooperation as part of efforts to end more than three years of separatist violence in the Southern-most provinces. As Ron Corben reports from Bangkok, the agreement was reached during an official visit to Thailand by Malaysia's Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi and includes efforts to boost economic development and education support.

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Thailand reopens old Bangkok airport

The government of Thailand agreed Tuesday to reopen Bangkok's old Don Muang airport for international and domestic flights, amid growing problems at the scandal-ridden Suvarnabhumi Airport.

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New H5N1 bird flu outbreak confirmed in Thailand

A fresh outbreak of the deadly H5N1 bird flu has been found in hens in northeastern Thailand, livestock officials said Tuesday.

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The New Nissan Ffontier Navara

All-new truck to fuel momentum in the Thai market

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Ford Customers Personalise Their Cars

Ford this month is launching 'Ford Individual,' a program that allows customers to personalise their new cars by selecting from an enhanced range of features and equipment that complement standard trim levels.

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eFunds, IBM and Infomax Team With ITMX

New National Payment Network Automates Transaction and Settlement Processing for Thailand's Banking System

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TMB Banks on IBM's Approach to SOA

TMB Banks on IBM's Open, Standards-Based Approach to SOA to Enhance Market Agility and Responsiveness

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Bangkok Steps Up Security Measures

Security measures are being stepped up in Bangkok, following the fatal New Year's Eve bombings and before an annual celebration this Saturday. VOA's Suzanne Presto in Bangkok reports.

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Security Measures, Speculation Increase in Wake of Thai Bombings

Thailand's prime minister, Surayud Chulanont, has warned that additional bomb attacks are possible following the blasts that shook the capital New Year's Eve. VOA's Suzanne Presto reports from Bangkok that people in the capital continue to go about their business, as security measures and speculation increase.

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Nokia wins USD 110 million GSM/EDGE contract in Thailand

Nokia continues as the sole supplier for DTAC's GSM/EDGE network

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