Thailand\u2019s former pride and joy, Thai Airways International Pcl, has posted a net loss of 4.7 billion US dollars (141.2 billion baht). The COVID-19 pandemic is the main culprit.
However, annual losses in previous years cannot be blamed on the pandemic. They actually blame Thaksin Shinawatra, otherwise known as Tony Woodsome in Clubhouse.
On 2 March, the kingdom\u2019s flag carrier submitted a debt restructuring plan to the bankruptcy court. Under the plan, THAI will halve its workforce from 21,000 to around 14,000-15,000.
Approximately 6,000-7,000 will be through voluntary resignation. In 2019, the workforce was around 29,000.
Over the past year, THAI has been selling stakes, selling buildings, cutting staff, and opening its flight simulators for public enjoyment.
Meanwhile, the smashing and sensational success of \u201cTHAI \u0e1b\u0e32\u0e17\u0e48\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e42\u0e01\u0e4b\u201d (patongo, deep-fried dough stick) is no longer smashing or sensational. It\u2019s still selling, mind you, however, like most trends, things have simmered down.
But worry not. \u201cTHAI DIY Croissant\u201d is here.
This week, THAI launches mouth-watering croissants for the growling stomachs of Thais (and foreigners residing in Thailand).
Under the slogan \u201c\u0e44\u0e21\u0e48\u0e15\u0e49\u0e2d\u0e07\u0e1a\u0e34\u0e19\u0e01\u0e47\u0e1f\u0e34\u0e19\u0e44\u0e14\u0e49,\u201d or \u201cyou ain\u2019t got to fly to fulfill,\u201d (that\u2019s my best translation), you may now enjoy Plain Croissant (75 baht) with DIY Topping (18 baht per topping).
Topping choices: coconut, dark chocolate, almond, roasted coconut, almond sliced, crusted macadamia, hazelnut, and cashew nut.
Get our THAI Croissant at \u0e2d\u0e23\u0e48\u0e2d\u0e22\u0e25\u0e49\u0e19\u0e1f\u0e49\u0e32 Restaurant (Deliciousness Overflowing the Sky Restaurant, that\u2019s also my best translation). Second floor, Building 1, THAI Headquarters, and also at the Silom Office.
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