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Nene Royal’s AGT win sparks wave of congratulations

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Thai guitarist and singer Nene Royal, 16, from Phuket, secured victory in America's Got Talent Season 21, marking a historic achievement.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul led a cascade of congratulatory messages, lauding Nene's talent, determination, and her role in showcasing Thai youth's potential on the global stage.
Former Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai, Nene's school (Kajonkiet International School Phuket), and multiple Thai ministries also extended congratulations, highlighting the national pride and the significance of her win.
Nene clinched the title with a powerful performance of 'Seven Nation Army' in the finale, further impressing audiences by joining Linkin Park on stage.

Today 16:48Key points summarised by AI

A vast majority (93%) of Myanmar migrant workers in Thailand bypass formal banks, primarily using informal channels like 'hundi' brokers for remittances.
The core issue preventing formal remittances is the difficulty for workers to obtain legal status, which is a prerequisite for accessing official banking services, despite competitive digital wallet fees.
This informal system deprives Myanmar of critical foreign currency and exposes Thailand to risks of money laundering and terrorist financing.
While a new labor agreement aims to register undocumented workers, significant bottlenecks in document processing and embassy capacity continue to hinder formalization efforts.
Proposed solutions include streamlining legal migration processes, ensuring market-rate exchange for official remittances, and piloting direct currency settlements in border regions.