Articles by: Joseph O' Connor
Thaksin replies to bombshell Ministry of the Interior news on Thursday. No big deal says the former PM
Living, Media, Politics, Thailand:
Thaksin downplays land dispute over Alpine Golf Club, calling it “no big deal” as controversy heats up. Meanwhile, Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties clash over… Read More ›
Bangkok-born US Senator Tammy Duckworth schools Trump’s pick for Defence Secretary in Washington
Living, Media, Politics, Thailand:
Bangkok-born U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth exposes Trump’s defence nominee Pete Hegseth’s foreign policy gaps during a Senate hearing, challenging his lack of knowledge on ASEAN… Read More ›
Thailand’s economy faces an uncertain 2025 with all eggs placed in the foreign tourism industry basket
Economy, Living, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s 2025 economic outlook remains uncertain, heavily relying on foreign tourism. Experts warn of tighter credit, higher non-performing loans, and the impact of Chinese trade… Read More ›
Visa waiver scheme questioned with another China Crisis for foreign tourism driven by security fears
Crime, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s visa waiver scheme faces mounting scrutiny as a series of crimes involving Chinese nationals, including abductions and scams, spark a crisis of confidence among… Read More ›
People’s Party leader calls out a lack of opportunity in Thailand for talented innovators to break through
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
People’s Party deputy leader warns Thailand risks ‘Middle Income Trap’ without bold reforms. Wira Yut Kanchanachuchat urges dismantling privilege, fostering competition and empowering players to… Read More ›
Donald Trump’s second-term impact in the latter half of 2025 tops Bank of Thailand’s economic concerns
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
The Bank of Thailand braces for Trump’s second term, citing risks from US-China trade tensions, job losses, and a volatile baht. With projected 2025 growth… Read More ›
Chinese policing programme at a Bangkok university linked by the Interior Ministry to a defence force
Crime, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thai police and officials investigate Siam University’s controversial course linked to Chinese nationals and a military defence force. Fears include misuse of police emblems, potential… Read More ›
Thailand a battery or conduit for the world’s largest drug source, the Wa State, says People’s Party MP
Crime, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
MP Rangsiman Rome blasts the government for inaction as Thailand becomes a key transit hub for Wa State drug operations and faces encroachment by UWSA… Read More ›
Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties emphasise cabinet unity but the ruling party faces a dissolution threat
Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties emphasize cabinet unity, but the ruling coalition faces growing tensions. Legal challenges and investigations, including a potential dissolution threat, spark… Read More ›
Thaksin warns that the media in Thailand has become too sensational and influential as he sues lawyer
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thaksin Shinawatra warns that Thai media has become too sensational and influential, calling for more factual reporting. Meanwhile, he has filed a criminal defamation complaint… Read More ›
Economy sees sharp setback with lower private spending, investment and foreign tourism income
Economy, Living, Personal, Thai World, Thailand:
Fresh data shows Thailand’s economy struggles as private consumption, investment and foreign tourism income drop. Manufacturing output slipped, and car production fell 27%. With tightened… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Thai Sang Thai leader Sudarat suggests people in power in Thailand are linked to transnational gangs
January 12, 2025
Thai Sang Thai leader claims figures in power benefit
American rescues a suicidal young Thai woman in Pattaya. It was her second attempt in two weeks
January 12, 2025
American man saves a suicidal woman in Pattaya,
King Power family to launch biggest fatal accident action in English legal history. Inguest on Monday
January 11, 2025
King Power family to launch £2.15 billion lawsuit
Visa waiver scheme questioned with another China Crisis for foreign tourism driven by security fears
January 10, 2025
Thailand’s visa waiver scheme faces mounting
฿13 million swindled and robbed in Chinese criminal exploits in central Bangkok on Thursday afternoon
January 9, 2025
฿13M stolen in Bangkok crypto scams: Chinese
Hitman who gunned down former Cambodia MP in Bangkok arrested in Cambodia. Taken to Phnom Penh
January 8, 2025
Ex-Royal Thai Navy marine arrested in Cambodia after
Former Cambodian French opposition MP and thorn in the side of ruling party gunned down in Bangkok
January 7, 2025
Cambodian-French opposition MP assassinated in
22-year-old Spanish tourist gored to death on Ko Yao by an elephant she was bathing on Friday afternoon
January 6, 2025
Spanish tourist Blanca Ojanguren García, 22, was
Chinese policing programme at a Bangkok university linked by the Interior Ministry to a defence force
January 4, 2025
Thai police and officials investigate Siam
Revenue Department boss calls on tax residents in Thailand to file 2024 returns by March 31st deadline
January 3, 2025
Revenue Department urges tax residents in Thailand to
Thailand a battery or conduit for the world’s largest drug source, the Wa State, says People’s Party MP
January 1, 2025
MP Rangsiman Rome blasts the government for inaction
Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties emphasise cabinet unity but the ruling party faces a dissolution threat
December 31, 2024
Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties emphasize cabinet
Minister offers support as 179 perish in emergency landing of South Korean flight from Bangkok
December 29, 2024
Thai Deputy PM offers condolences as 179 die in fiery
International drug ring smashed on Ko Phangan supplying illicit narcotics to partying foreign tourists
December 28, 2024
International drug ring smashed on Ko Phangan as
80-year-old Belgian man robbed and left with severe head injuries in Christmas Day attack in Pattaya
December 26, 2024
80-year-old Belgian man brutally attacked and robbed
UK tourist faces prison term after being charged with eating a Pattaya traffic ticket before police
December 24, 2024
A cocky UK tourist in Pattaya faces up to three years
Tourism cryptocurrency sandbox payment plan is bound to face stiff opposition from the central bank
December 23, 2024
Thailand’s plan to introduce a crypto payment
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