Articles by: Joseph O' Connor
Office of the Attorney-General (OAG) says no grounds to prosecute Thaksin and the Pheu Thai Party
Living, Media, Politics, Thailand:
The Office of the Attorney-General (OAG) has ruled there is insufficient evidence to prosecute Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party over claims of attempting… Read More ›
Minister suggests Thailand must be cautious about penalising traditional combustion engine cars
Economy, Living, Media, Thailand:
Thailand’s Deputy Minister of Finance suggests caution in penalising traditional combustion engine cars. The government is reconsidering its approach to EV taxes, aiming for a… Read More ›
Government firefights political instability as a fissure appears in the cabinet over disputed Buriram land
Culture, Living, Politics, Thailand:
The government struggles to maintain stability amid Buriram land dispute and growing political tensions within the coalition. Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces mounting challenges, including legal… Read More ›
Trump’s trifecta triumph means Thailand will be more on edge as he prepares to take power in January
Economy, Living, Politics, Thailand:
Trump’s trifecta win means Thailand faces economic uncertainty. With full control of Congress, he can push through radical policies, including higher tariffs, trade sanctions and… Read More ›
Channel 3 TV firm announces radical restructuring as ad revenue moves inexorably online and off-air
Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Thailand:
Channel 3 announces radical restructuring as Thailand’s media moves online, responding to financial pressures and changing viewer habits. The popular Maleenont-run TV station plans major… Read More ›
Palang Pracharat Party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan vows to oppose Thai Cambodian maritime memo
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Palang Pracharat Party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan pushes to cancel MOU 44, accusing it of legal flaws and violating Thailand’s sovereignty over contested maritime resources… Read More ›
Trade chief Robert Lighthizer asked to take up role by Trump as Thailand has 13th largest deficit worldwide
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
President-elect Trump has invited Robert Lighthizer to resume as U.S. Trade Representative, prioritising protectionist policies. Thailand, with the thirteenth-largest U.S. trade deficit, faces inevitable scrutiny,… Read More ›
Commerce Ministry bullish about exports under Trump but ‘America First’ surely spells challenges for Thailand
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce is optimistic about exports under Trump, predicting 4-5% growth. However, concerns grow over the impact of Trump’s “America First” policies, including… Read More ›
Ko Kood at the centre of Thailand’s rising political storm waged against Paetongtarn’s government
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Ko Kood remains at the centre of a political storm, drawing high-profile government visits amid escalating political tensions. Allegations over the legality of a 2001… Read More ›
Financial experts and economists in sombre warning to government: Hands off the Bank of Thailand
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Economists and financial experts warn the Thai government: avoid politicising the Bank of Thailand or risk economic fallout. Over 830 signatories, including ex-central bank governors,… Read More ›
Ung Ing meets reviled junta boss General Min Aung Hlaing at Kunming summit after Chinese invitation
Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thai PM Ung Ing meets Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing at China-led Kunming summit, prompting backlash in Thailand and Burma. China’s support signals a… Read More ›
Thai Airways union protests government ‘interference’ in its recovery plan at a critical juncture.
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thai Airways union threatens action over government “interference” in its recovery. Protests the proposed addition of two officials to its rehab panel. Rally set for… Read More ›
Trump stuns World with an even greater victory than in 2016. Massive electoral gains in US swing state wipeout
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Trump’s stunning victory in 2024 election delivers bigger win than 2016, sweeping key battlegrounds and securing the popular vote for the first time since Bush.… Read More ›
Ung Ing congratulates Trump as Thailand uneasily confronts the meaning of his second Presidency
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra congratulates Trump on his election win as Thailand faces economic and political uncertainty, with concerns over trade tariffs, the impact of… Read More ›
Historic US Presidential election eventually turned into to a full scale battle of the two sexes
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Historic U.S. presidential election becomes a battle of the sexes, revealing deep divisions among voters. As polls close, women rally behind Kamala Harris while men… Read More ›
People’s Party economic head questions the government’s plans for Thai Airways after new moves
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
People’s Party MP raises alarm over gov’t intentions for Thai Airways. Concern mounts as gov’t seeks added seats on rehab panel, sparking fears of state… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Channel 3 TV firm announces radical restructuring as ad revenue moves inexorably online and off-air
November 13, 2024
Channel 3 announces radical restructuring as
Palang Pracharat Party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan vows to oppose Thai Cambodian maritime memo
November 12, 2024
Palang Pracharat Party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan
PM tests biometric sites at Suvarnabhumi Airport as she flies out to drum up business for Thailand
November 12, 2024
PM Paetongtarn tested the biometric system at Bangkok
Trade chief Robert Lighthizer asked to take up role by Trump as Thailand has 13th largest deficit worldwide
November 11, 2024
President-elect Trump has invited Robert Lighthizer to
Ko Kood at the centre of Thailand’s rising political storm waged against Paetongtarn’s government
November 10, 2024
Ko Kood remains at the centre of a political storm,
Financial experts and economists in sombre warning to government: Hands off the Bank of Thailand
November 9, 2024
Economists and financial experts warn the Thai
Ung Ing meets reviled junta boss General Min Aung Hlaing at Kunming summit after Chinese invitation
November 8, 2024
Thai PM Ung Ing meets Myanmar junta chief Min Aung
Mayor and business leader gunned down by Muslim-clad killers armed with military calibre rifles in Narathiwat
November 7, 2024
Mayor Wichet Thaithongnum, a prominent community
Trump stuns World with an even greater victory than in 2016. Massive electoral gains in US swing state wipeout
November 7, 2024
Trump’s stunning victory in 2024 election
War between spouses of top police officers offers a terrifying glimpse of behind the scene rivalries
November 6, 2024
War of the Wives. Feuding spouses of top Thai police
An old man smashes EV car through a car park wall and tumbles to the ground wheel up on Monday. Survives
November 5, 2024
Old man survives a harrowing crash as his Nissan Kicks
Prime Minister Paetongtarn holds urgent talks and briefings to diffuse the rising Ko Kood controversy
November 4, 2024
PM Paetongtarn acts fast to quell Ko Kood rumours amid
Chinese illegal migrant flow to Thailand increasing bringing challenges for the Royal Thai Police and the economy
November 3, 2024
Chinese illegal migration to Thailand is surging,
UK Conservatives elect first Black leader amid turmoil following a disastrous July 4th General Election rout
November 3, 2024
Kemi Badenoch, the first Black leader of the
Legal eagle in hot water as wealthy French-based Thai woman claims she gave him ฿71 million for deal
November 2, 2024
A wealthy Thai woman living in France claims she gave
Trump trains his guns on ex US congresswoman Liz Cheney, a reviled figure for MAGA Republicans
November 2, 2024
Trump Targets Cheney. “War Hawk” under fire. The
Phuket doctor Dr Thandao Chandam to appeal Phuket Court decision to acquit Swiss man Urs Fehr
November 1, 2024
Phuket doctor Dr. Thandao Chandam appeals court
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