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‘They’re not Hollywood actors’ slams Phumtham as Xinjiang visit by Thai officials is heavily criticised
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Deputy PM Phumtham defends Thai delegation’s visit to Xinjiang as NGOs slam trip as propaganda for China. Criticism mounts over staged meetings and restricted access… Read More ›
Bank of Thailand responds to Thaksin’s idea to buy bank debt and give borrowers a second chance
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thaksin’s proposal to clear bank debt and reset credit histories sparks concern from the Bank of Thailand, warning of moral hazard. As debt rises and… Read More ›
New alcohol law which ushers in a new liberal era allowing for advertising and lifting irksome drinking bans
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s parliament has passed a landmark alcohol bill, lifting advertising restrictions and scrapping the 2-5 pm sales ban. Supporters hail it as a win for… Read More ›
60-day visa regime to be ended confirms Minister responding to rising industry security concerns
Crime, Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand to end 60-day visa-on-arrival amid rising security concerns and illegal business fears. The move follows industry pressure as Chinese tourism declines and the sector… Read More ›
Vice Minister slams US for migrant repatriation in shackles in furious response over Uyghur sanctions
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Thailand’s Vice Minister defends Uyghur deportation to China, slamming US criticism as hypocritical given ongoing harsh migrant repatriations. He claims Thailand acted humanely amid rising… Read More ›
War of word erupts between Thailand and the United States after officials are sanctioned over Uyghurs
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand faces international backlash after the US sanctions officials over the forced deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China, while the EU censures the kingdom and… Read More ›
Senate allegations growing in strength as powerful investigation gets underway. 7,000 people tracked
Crime, Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Allegations mount over Thailand’s 2024 Senate election as elite police probe 7,000 linked to money laundering. Lawyer submits court complaint accusing Election Commission of failing… Read More ›
Business leaders meet at Government House with the PM as Trump prepares worldwide retaliatory tariffs
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand faces a severe US tariff threat as Trump targets global trade. PM meets business leaders to plan defence, promote local buying and curb cheap… Read More ›
Former police chief raises concerns about Ferrari Joe’s prison death as officials insist it was suicide
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Former police chief questions Ferrari Joe’s prison death as officials insist it was suicide. Family claims harassment after assault complaint. Concerns grow over CCTV, bruising,… Read More ›
฿50 million on deposit before you can enter proposed new Thai casinos according to draft new complex law
Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s cabinet debates legalising online gambling and luxury casinos to boost tourism. However, a proposed ฿50 million deposit requirement for casino entry sparks criticism, with… Read More ›
Southern Senator calls for new security regime and a border wall in the South after Saturday night mayhem
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Southern Senator Chaiyong Maneerungsakul demands stronger security laws and a border wall after deadly attacks in Narathiwat and Pattani. Five were killed and up to… Read More ›
Justice Minister confident there is a sound basis for the criminal probe into last year’s Senate election
Crime, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Justice Minister Thawee Sodsong says the probe into the 2024 Senate election is solid, with 7,000 witnesses questioned and ฿400-500 million traced. A money laundering… Read More ›
Deputy PM Phumtham says no other country would take Uyghurs. Thailand neutral in US-China spat
Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand faces backlash over the deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China, as the U.S. and Canada contradict official claims that no country offered asylum. Deputy… Read More ›
US Vice President clarifies comments saying he did not denigrate UK and French militaries after backlash
Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
US Vice President JD Vance denies criticizing UK and French militaries after backlash over his remarks on Ukraine. Facing criticism from British and French officials,… Read More ›
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‘They’re not Hollywood actors’ slams Phumtham as Xinjiang visit by Thai officials is heavily criticised
March 20, 2025
Deputy PM Phumtham defends Thai delegation’s visit
Bank of Thailand responds to Thaksin’s idea to buy bank debt and give borrowers a second chance
March 20, 2025
Thaksin’s proposal to clear bank debt and reset
Massive Pot smuggling racket. Foreign tourists paid and sent to Thailand on holidays. Security threat
March 19, 2025
Foreign tourists paid to smuggle Thai cannabis to
Bangkok Expressway reopens on Thursday after 6 deaths last Saturday. Furious PM demands action
March 19, 2025
Bangkok expressway set to reopen Thursday after
Crackdown on vaping and e-cigs as PM Paetongtarn visits Bang Bua Thong following ฿130 million seizure
March 18, 2025
PM Paetongtarn vows to eradicate vaping and
Voice of America shut down by Trump including its regional headquarters in Bangkok. Free rein for China
March 18, 2025
Trump shuts down Voice of America, including its
60-day visa regime to be ended confirms Minister responding to rising industry security concerns
March 17, 2025
Thailand to end 60-day visa-on-arrival amid rising
Prison officers defended as ex officer reveals they are 13 more likely to commit suicide than inmates
March 17, 2025
Thai prison guards are 13 times more likely to commit
Vice Minister slams US for migrant repatriation in shackles in furious response over Uyghur sanctions
March 16, 2025
Thailand’s Vice Minister defends Uyghur
Declining property market but Bangkok sees record prices. However, owners in Thailand are holding tight
March 16, 2025
Thailand’s property market faces a sharp decline
Police arrest Two Indian men after sexual assault and rape allegations are made by a young German woman
March 15, 2025
Two Indian men arrested on Ko Phangan after a German
US fast food chain McDonalds expands in Thailand buoyed by foreign tourism in the first months of 2025
March 15, 2025
McDonald’s is set for major growth in Thailand
Elderly UK couple assaulted in 2023 are sentenced. Picking up their passports and heading off home to Britain
March 13, 2025
British retirees Desmond and Mary Byrne assaulted in
Former police chief raises concerns about Ferrari Joe’s prison death as officials insist it was suicide
March 12, 2025
Former police chief questions Ferrari Joe’s prison
฿50 million on deposit before you can enter proposed new Thai casinos according to draft new complex law
March 11, 2025
Thailand’s cabinet debates legalising online
Southern Senator calls for new security regime and a border wall in the South after Saturday night mayhem
March 10, 2025
Southern Senator Chaiyong Maneerungsakul demands
Justice Minister confident there is a sound basis for the criminal probe into last year’s Senate election
March 7, 2025
Justice Minister Thawee Sodsong says the probe into
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