Articles by: Joseph O' Connor
Colliers boss in Thailand says now is the time to buy into the country’s resilient property market
Economy, Living, Media, Thailand:
Thailand’s property slump may be the buying chance of a generation, says Colliers, as cash-strapped developers seek deals while Bangkok land prices surge. Mega-projects, scarce… Read More ›
PM defends handling of Cambodian border situation saying many online pundits need psychiatric care
Living, Media, Politics, Thailand:
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says online commentators discussing Thai-Cambodian border tensions belong in a psychiatric hospital as he rejects rumours, defends government strategy, backs frontline… Read More ›
Bank of Thailand offers a more cheerful view of the economy for 2026 with GDP growth projection of 2%
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s economy gets a surprise boost as the Bank of Thailand raises its 2026 growth forecast to 2%, backed by a ฿400 billion stimulus package… Read More ›
Top media expert warns government that Thailand is losing its sovereignty in the digital world of news
Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand faces a digital sovereignty crisis as foreign tech giants tighten their grip on information, media and data. A top adviser warns Elon Musk’s Starlink… Read More ›
Economy dominated by geopolitics turning its back on small concerns. Commerce Minister’s warning
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s economy is booming on paper but leaving thousands of smaller firms behind, as exports surge, investment jumps and big corporations capture up to 90%… Read More ›
Things have changed in politics but Thaksin still faces legal issues including a 17 billion baht tax debt
Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra faces a staggering ฿17 billion tax bill as ex-Democrat Watchara Petchthong vows monthly pressure on authorities. The Shin Corp dispute that… Read More ›
Government to reopen Hua Hin to international flights as it pushes Thai Airways on more flights
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand accelerates Hua Hin Airport upgrade into a regional tourism hub with runway expansion, safety upgrades, and CAAT certification push as officials prepare for direct… Read More ›
Abhisit Vejjajiva calls for scrutiny of flagship AI project being pursued by Digital Economy ministry
Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Thailand’s TH-AI Passport, a plan to give 5 million people AI access, has sparked a political row. The government touts a low-cost digital upgrade, while… Read More ›
Short term and long term warnings lights for the ailing Thai economy as it ploughs through headwinds
Economy, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s slowdown deepens as exports, tourism and domestic demand weaken while imports surge, widening trade and current account deficits. Rising fiscal pressure and digital outflows… Read More ›
Democrat Party ready to sue over ‘blue regime’ distortion of remarks made by leader Abhisit Vejjajiva
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Democrat Party moves to sue over ‘blue regime’ claims, alleging distorted Abhisit interview excerpts spread online, triggering defamation accusations, monarchy-linked misinformation claims and escalating legal… Read More ›
Cultural and economic ties in focus during last week’s state visit as Vietnam rapidly gains on Thailand
Culture, Economy, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Vietnam’s First Lady dazzled Bangkok in traditional Thai dress as President To Lam secured key agreements and a royal audience. But behind the diplomacy, a… Read More ›
Thai US military alliance discussed in meeting of Defence Minister with US Defence Secretary Hegseth
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of China’s growing military power, urged Asian allies to boost defence spending, strengthened security ties with Thailand, backed support… Read More ›
LINE message stirs another political and electoral controversy. The ‘Blue Regime’ is again spotlighted as a factor
Culture, Living, Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Lawyer pushes Constitutional Court bid to annul the February 8 vote over leaked Line chats alleging Blue Party influence, illegal ballot claims and political interference.… Read More ›
Political firestorm as parliament votes to withhold MP wanted by DSI police over organised crime probe
Crime, Culture, Foreigners, Living, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Parliament voted 308-126 to block a DSI move against Songkhla MP Chonnapat Naksua in a gambling probe linked to billions of baht. Rangsiman Rome blasted… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Police move to tighten the foreign ownership net now in Krabi. Luxury villas linked with Spaniards raided
June 3, 2026
Krabi’s crackdown on foreign nominee businesses
Highly qualified young woman becomes first Thai Airways female pilot in the hitherto all male cockpit
June 3, 2026
Thai Airways breaks a 66-year cockpit barrier as
Former Prime Minister Thaksin gains his full freedom after Royal Pardon to celebrate the Queen’s birthday
June 3, 2026
Thaksin Shinawatra wins full freedom after a royal
Bank of Thailand offers a more cheerful view of the economy for 2026 with GDP growth projection of 2%
June 3, 2026
Thailand’s economy gets a surprise boost as the
Top media expert warns government that Thailand is losing its sovereignty in the digital world of news
June 2, 2026
Thailand faces a digital sovereignty crisis as foreign
Immigration Bureau officers discover suspected human trafficking ring using Bangkok as a transport hub
June 2, 2026
Immigration officers smash human-smuggling exploits
Economy dominated by geopolitics turning its back on small concerns. Commerce Minister’s warning
June 2, 2026
Thailand’s economy is booming on paper but
Things have changed in politics but Thaksin still faces legal issues including a 17 billion baht tax debt
June 2, 2026
Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra faces a staggering ฿17
Ranger killed in heavy Narathiwat security operation. Extended battle between army and insurgents
June 1, 2026
Southern insurgents killed a 29-year-old ranger in a
Trump counters Iran with tougher terms and a warning. Tehran now says it does not trust the US
June 1, 2026
Iran rejects Trump’s tougher proposal and says
Former top Justice Ministry figure calls for tough line against NACC official charged over road death
June 1, 2026
Top Thai anti-corruption boss faces calls for
Bangkok Pride flags the Thai capital as a Gay Pride centre as Pheu Thai leader Yotsanun pledges support
May 31, 2026
Thailand’s bid to host World Pride 2030 took
Government to reopen Hua Hin to international flights as it pushes Thai Airways on more flights
May 31, 2026
Thailand accelerates Hua Hin Airport upgrade into a
Short term and long term warnings lights for the ailing Thai economy as it ploughs through headwinds
May 31, 2026
Thailand’s slowdown deepens as exports, tourism
31 year old man dies in front of his wife in Buriram talking on a charging phone after lightning strike
May 31, 2026
Buriram man, 31, dies after lightning strike hits
4 year manhunt for fraudster ends in Udon Thani with her arrest by the Highway Police over Swedish jobs
May 30, 2026
A woman accused of luring more than 20 victims with
21 year old suspect arrested in Bangkok linked with recent Pattani bombing spree targeting fuel stations
May 30, 2026
Bangkok Central Railway Station arrest: 21-year-old
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