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Immigration Bureau tightens rules for foreign tourist visas as the country feels the heat on scammers

Immigration Bureau tightens rules for foreign tourist visas as the country feels the heat on scammers

November 15, 2025

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Thailand tightens foreign tourist visa rules as authorities crack down on scams and illegal stays. Visa extensions are now limited, border runs targeted, repeat offenders… Read More ›

Malaysian PM trying to hold together Thai Cambodian peace pact repudiated this week by Anutin in Sisaket

Malaysian PM trying to hold together Thai Cambodian peace pact repudiated this week by Anutin in Sisaket

November 15, 2025

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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim works through the weekend to salvage the Thailand-Cambodia peace pact, scrapped by Thai PM Anutin after border blast, soldiers’ injuries and… Read More ›

Pressure is building on Thai officials as the Southeast Asian scam centre issue rises in Washington DC

Pressure is building on Thai officials as the Southeast Asian scam centre issue rises in Washington DC

November 15, 2025

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Pressure mounts on Thai PM Anutin as Southeast Asian scam centres targeting the U.S. draw Washington’s scrutiny, with Judge Jeanine Pirro joining FBI and Secret… Read More ›

Some relief for foreign tourists and hospitality sector but Thai nightlife to remain stunted by new law

Some relief for foreign tourists and hospitality sector but Thai nightlife to remain stunted by new law

November 14, 2025

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Thailand lifts 2 pm–5 pm alcohol ban, giving relief to tourists and hospitality, but nightlife remains stunted as late-night drinking and early-hour openings are still prohibited, with… Read More ›

PM promises clarity on alcohol law but business sector says it’s not enough after this latest debacle

PM promises clarity on alcohol law but business sector says it’s not enough after this latest debacle

November 12, 2025

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PM promises clarity on alcohol law as Thailand’s tourism and hospitality sectors reel in chaos. Businesses demand repeal or non-enforcement after new rules spark confusion,… Read More ›

Ex Finance Minister castigates Thai governance over the last 20 years. Praises Malaysia and British law

Ex Finance Minister castigates Thai governance over the last 20 years. Praises Malaysia and British law

November 11, 2025

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Ex-Finance Minister Sommai Phasee blasts 20 years of Thai governance, citing corruption and grey capital, while praising Malaysia’s rapid economic growth, British-style legal system, efficient… Read More ›

Alcohol law debacle continues to decimate not only tourism industry but also wider grassroots economy

Alcohol law debacle continues to decimate not only tourism industry but also wider grassroots economy

November 11, 2025

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Thailand’s alcohol law backfires, emptying bars and restaurants, confusing tourists and slashing revenue nationwide as hefty fines, unclear enforcement rules, and missing provincial committees cripple… Read More ›

Alcohol law shoots foreign tourism in foot for High Season with stiff fines for visitors drinking up at watering holes

Alcohol law shoots foreign tourism in foot for High Season with stiff fines for visitors drinking up at watering holes

November 10, 2025

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Thailand’s new alcohol law backfires during high season as steep fines, unclear enforcement and embassy warnings scare foreign tourists, leaving hotels, bars, and restaurants struggling… Read More ›

Sex, drugs, business and work abuses linked to expats targeted this week by police raids on Koh Phangan

Sex, drugs, business and work abuses linked to expats targeted this week by police raids on Koh Phangan

November 10, 2025

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Sex, drugs, illegal work and visa overstays. Police raid foreign-run villas, tantric yoga classes and construction sites across Koh Phangan, arresting multiple nationals and seizing… Read More ›

British Chamber of Commerce calls for more urgency on free trade talks to boost trade and investment

British Chamber of Commerce calls for more urgency on free trade talks to boost trade and investment

November 9, 2025

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British Chamber urges Thailand to fast-track a UK free trade deal as EU and US agreements advance, warning delays could disadvantage exporters and investors and… Read More ›

Prime Minister Anutin recommits to deal with the People’s Party to bring about Constitutional change

Prime Minister Anutin recommits to deal with the People’s Party to bring about Constitutional change

November 7, 2025

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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul retreats from his hardline stance, reaffirming his pact with the People’s Party to push constitutional reform, hold a national referendum and… Read More ›

Kla Tham Party and Deputy Prime Minister Thamanat Prompow at the bull’s eye of Thailand’s political storm

Kla Tham Party and Deputy Prime Minister Thamanat Prompow at the bull’s eye of Thailand’s political storm

November 5, 2025

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Kla Tham Party and Deputy Prime Minister Thamanat Prompow are at the centre of Thailand’s intensifying political storm, with rising corruption fears, scam networks, gambling… Read More ›

PM Anutin tells Anti Money Laundering Office to act decisively on scammer funds to prevent sanctions

PM Anutin tells Anti Money Laundering Office to act decisively on scammer funds to prevent sanctions

November 4, 2025

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Under pressure and facing a political firestorm, PM Anutin orders a full-scale crackdown on ‘Scambodia’ dirty money. He warns AMLO to act fast or risk… Read More ›

People’s Party and Pheu Thai to hold talks amid a growing public unease over Cambodian grey capital

People’s Party and Pheu Thai to hold talks amid a growing public unease over Cambodian grey capital

November 3, 2025

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Pheu Thai and People’s Party to hold talks to coordinate a no-confidence motion as public unease grows over Cambodian scam networks, grey capital and looming… Read More ›

Former minister and party leader Sudarat warns of ฿20 billion plot by ‘Scambodia’ to take political power

Former minister and party leader Sudarat warns of ฿20 billion plot by ‘Scambodia’ to take political power

November 3, 2025

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Former minister and party leader Khunying Sudarat warns that Cambodia’s Scammer network is funnelling ฿20 billion in black capital to buy the 2026 Thai election,… Read More ›

Fiscal Policy Office projects higher GDP growth as the economy ends the year with a resilient mixed bag

Fiscal Policy Office projects higher GDP growth as the economy ends the year with a resilient mixed bag

October 31, 2025

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Thailand’s economy may exceed expectations in 2025, with 2.4% GDP growth fueled by stronger exports, foreign tourism and the Half-Half Plus stimulus, showing resilience despite… Read More ›

Shocking intel emerges at parliamentary hearings on Thursday on the Cambodian scam centre crisis

Shocking intel emerges at parliamentary hearings on Thursday on the Cambodian scam centre crisis

October 31, 2025

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Thailand reels as Cambodian scam money scandal erupts: key ministers dodge parliament, seven major listed firms face scrutiny, banks cut ties, regulators race to trace… Read More ›

News from Kuala Lumpur of more US economic links and transparency is all very positive for Thailand

News from Kuala Lumpur of more US economic links and transparency is all very positive for Thailand

October 29, 2025

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Thailand strengthens US and ASEAN economic ties as rare earth deals, trade frameworks, digital commitments, and anti-corruption measures aim to boost economic growth, increase transparency,… Read More ›

PM Anutin asks the Chinese to produce intelligence on the scammer gangs threatening the country

PM Anutin asks the Chinese to produce intelligence on the scammer gangs threatening the country

October 28, 2025

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Under mounting pressure, Prime Minister Anutin urges China to provide detailed intelligence on Chinese-controlled Cambodian scam gangs as opposition MP Rangsiman Rome demands Deputy Prime… Read More ›

Boost for long haul tourism as America’s United Airlines opens direct flights to and from Thailand via Hong Kong

Boost for long haul tourism as America’s United Airlines opens direct flights to and from Thailand via Hong Kong

October 28, 2025

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Direct flights between the US and Thailand return as United Airlines launches service via Hong Kong, ending a decade-long gap, boosting tourism, strengthening economic ties… Read More ›

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