Politics
King and Queen visit South to a rapturous salute from well-wishers in Trang and Phatthalung provinces
The higher visibility of the Thai Monarch and his Queen has been a positive for the country in recent weeks and has helped buoy spirits… Read More ›
Prime Minister rules out dialogue with the ‘mob’ who he accuses of threatening to disrupt Bangkok
General Prayut was at the Foreign Ministry where he met the United States -ASEAN Council. His comments come as police on Tuesday issued over a… Read More ›
Protest leader ‘Penguin’ warns of the ‘smell’ of a coup and urges followers to take to the streets if it happens
The dangerous clashes seen last week and the fizzling out of reconciliation efforts in parliament to bring the two sides together have left the kingdom… Read More ›
Anon calls for officials in government to defect as PM vows a hardline stance against all lawbreakers
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Charges brought against high school students 15-year-old Benamaporn ‘Ploy’ Nivas, and 17-year-old Lopnaphat ‘Min’ Wangsit highlight that this is an intergenerational struggle in Thailand between… Read More ›
Escalating danger and violence on the streets as protests turn uglier with 3 demands still pursued by activists
A monster rally at the Ratchaprasong intersection in Bangkok on Wednesday ended peacefully despite the outrage among participants at what transpired in parliament hours earlier… Read More ›
World’s biggest free trade deal just signed will be a huge boost for the Thai economy and exports
The trade deal is a definite blow to US interests in the Asia Pacific while key economists see it leading to enhanced prosperity and integration… Read More ›
Thanathorn’s Progressive Movement’s play in the local elections facing sharp opposition
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A Royalist mob, this week, in Nakhon Si Thammarat, surrounded a hotel where he was reported as staying and attacked a car with tinted glass… Read More ›
Prayut condemns attack on Russian in Pattaya by irate protest leader after heckling at small rally turned sour
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On a broader note, the premier again appealed to all sides to participate in parliamentary efforts to find a way out of the current political… Read More ›
Experts see a brighter day under a Biden/ Harris US administration as PM pens congratulations
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Top Thai economist predicts that Senator Kamala Horris will become the first female US president while government officials are preparing for a reopening and flourishing… Read More ›
Russian man assaulted by protest leader at Pattaya rally leaving his 10-year-old daughter hysterical
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The dangerous incident is yet another warning to foreigners to stay clear of all political protest activity in Thailand during what is an escalating and… Read More ›
Thai minister defends ban on world adult site Pornhub as move sparks nationwide protests against the move
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The move, this week, drew some praise even from anti-government activists but has alienated a large and probably silent contingent of the kingdom’s population, both… Read More ›
Mounting pressure on the Prime Minister as reconciliation proposal pushed by House Speaker
Many of those involved with the current political process and standoff are suffering from fatigue not only at the insuperable obstacles and differences between the… Read More ›
Pornhub is shuttered in Thailand as Ministry blocks access online to its 10th largest market in the world
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The move follows a new policy directive issued to the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society last week by Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan and… Read More ›
Shock poll shows the Thai public is suspicious of third parties behind the kingdom’s current political unrest
Media, Personal, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Dr Noppadol Kannikar of the firm Super Poll, in his commentary on the findings of a survey of public opinion in Thailand from the 20th… Read More ›
King tells western TV crews that he loves all Thai people equally and the kingdom is the land of compromise
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The King and Queen received a rousing reception from well-wishers and followers on Sunday in Bangkok. The atmosphere prompted some revealing comments from the King… Read More ›
Protest leader blacked out after illegal attempt to rearrest him on Friday night in Bangkok failed after fracas
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Police in Pathum Wan reported to be preparing to rearrest Panusaya ‘Rung’ Sithijirawattanakul after she was admitted to the Praram 9 Hospital early on Saturday… Read More ›
Coup again ruled out by Prawit as reconciliation is sought but with growing calls for Prayut to go
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After another week of protests and two days of a special parliamentary session, the kingdom is still mired in political conflict. There are two key… Read More ›
Chiang Rai MP shocks parliament in Bangkok by slashing himself in an outcry at police force action
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Ruling Palang Pracharat Party MP Sira Jenjaka expressed disappointment in Mr Visan’s actions. He pointed out that he was a former deputy commerce minister. He… Read More ›
Royalists claim the United States is seeking to destabilise Thailand using ‘hybrid warfare’ tactics and media
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The current United States Ambassador Michael De Sombre has long refuted claims that the United States was supporting political activity in Thailand including protests. The… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Big tech US website Tripadvisor stings struggling Thai hotels and resorts after acting in bad faith
November 14, 2020
Actions of US tech giant are questionable and have
Thai ministers set out ambitious agenda to make the kingdom the dominant digital player in ASEAN
November 12, 2020
Another seminar, later in the week, heard a more down
Tourism industry totters on the brink as tourists from the UK, the USA and Europe can now apply on conditions
November 11, 2020
Countries in South America and the Indo Pacific region
Experts see a brighter day under a Biden/ Harris US administration as PM pens congratulations
November 10, 2020
Top Thai economist predicts that Senator Kamala Horris
Top international school in Phuket in hot water after two UK teachers were arrested for working illegally there
November 9, 2020
Officials are warning employers in Thailand following
French man’s deportation shock is a wake-up call to all foreigners in Thailand using social media
November 5, 2020
In 2019, 47-year-old Yan Eric Marchal was visited by
25-year-old American killed during police siege after Pattaya crime spree with a stolen Glock 9mm handgun
November 3, 2020
Police have identified the man as Michael Giavasse.
King tells western TV crews that he loves all Thai people equally and the kingdom is the land of compromise
November 2, 2020
The King and Queen received a rousing reception from
Sean Connery, the sexiest man alive, who played James Bond, has passed away at 90 years of age in Bahamas
November 1, 2020
Remembered as the greatest Scotsman ever, Connery
Coup again ruled out by Prawit as reconciliation is sought but with growing calls for Prayut to go
October 30, 2020
After another week of protests and two days of a
Visa amnesty finally ending but the new regime is pragmatic and may allow for further renewals
October 29, 2020
Foreign embassies in Thailand including that of the
Foreign condo buyers to get permanent residency under debt-free scheme being mooted by officials
October 26, 2020
It comes as the government attempts to streamline what
Strength of support for the monarchy being seen this week as political unrest deepens into standoff
October 25, 2020
Events this week show that the Thai public still
Rapidly rising debt levels in Thailand means that the country must open up to mass tourism quickly in 2021
October 24, 2020
The reality is that this economic crisis in Thailand
Top minister accuses protesters of imperiling economic recovery and the health of Thai people at this time
October 23, 2020
The comments come as there are tentative signs that
Special Tourist Visa – first Chinese tourists flying in with plans for European visitors to follow soon
October 21, 2020
Tourism Authority Governor says officials are working
Voice TV ordered shut by a Thai court as action against media outlets proceeds despite assurances
October 20, 2020
Top government officials appeared reticent on Tuesday
