Thailand Suspends Trump-Backed Peace Talks With Cambodia

The move, which came after two Thai soldiers were injured by a land mine, imperiled a pledge by the two countries to resolve their longstanding differences at the behest of President Trump.

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See How Thailand’s Pets Become Speed Eating Contest Champions

Speed eating contests are part of a growing list of pet-related events in Thailand that also include competitions for skateboarding dogs and felines that look like cows.

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Thaksin, Thai Power Broker, Returns Home Before Court Verdict

Thaksin Shinawatra’s abrupt departure from Thailand last week spurred speculation that he was returning to a life in exile.

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Behind Thai Premier’s Dismissal, Unraveling of an Uneasy Alliance

Thaksin Shinawatra had struck a grand bargain with Thailand’s establishment, analysts say, that allowed his daughter to ascend to the prime minister’s job.

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What’s Behind the Political Instability in Thailand

While the country is a constitutional monarchy that holds regular elections, analysts say it is beholden to an unelected old guard.

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Thai Court to Rule on Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s Future in Office

Paetongtarn Shinawatra is facing a legal challenge that’s seen as an important test of her powerful family’s standing with Thailand’s old guard.

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Southeast Asia Looks for Clarity From U.S. on ‘Rules of Origin’

Thailand, Vietnam and other countries in the region face much higher tariffs on exports with Chinese-made components. But questions remain on how the U.S. defines a locally made product.

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Protesters in Thailand Denounce Prime Minister After Clashes With Cambodia

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra of Thailand had already been suspended after a leaked phone call that many say showed her selling out her country.

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Thailand and Cambodia Reach Trump Trade Deals, U.S. Official Says

Senior officials from both countries say they were still waiting to hear final details on the deals after comments by the U.S. commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick.

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Thailand and Cambodia Reach Trump Trade Deals, U.S. Official Says

Senior officials from both countries say they were still waiting to hear final details on the deals after comments by the U.S. commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick.

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