Thai PM confirms China as Thailand’s ‘No.1 partner’
Economy, Politics, Thai World:
As relations between Thailand and the USA improve, the country promotes ASEAN and friendship with all countries but appears to want to keep its economic… Read More ›
Politics
Foreigners in Thailand should find out more about Thailand 4.0 and be part of the change that is coming
Culture, Economy, Foreigners, Living, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand 4.0 is no government PR gimmick or propaganda exercise – it is an honest plan that could transform Thailand The Thai government plans to… Read More ›
Former protest leader Suthep Thaugsuban returns to the political arena in Thailand
Media, More News from Thailand, Personal, Politics, Thailand:
New political party formed on a policy platform similar to now defunct PDRC movement Suthep Thaugsuban, ex-leader of the former People’s Democratic Reform Committee, has… Read More ›
Thailand’s Economic and diplomatic policies are working
Economy, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Biggest challenge Thailand’s economy may ultimately face is demographics as in Europe Things are looking up for Thailand as this year’s economic growth is expected… Read More ›
Thailand offered to host the Trump Kim summit in Bangkok and was on some shortlists
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Summit between Trump and Kim was mooted for Bangkok The meeting between Kim Jong Un and U.S. President Donald Trump takes place in Singapore on… Read More ›
Thailand preparing for new democratic future as PM submits new cabinet
Economy, Media, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand is on the way towards a new democratic future which the National Council for Peace and Order hopes will usher in a new political… Read More ›
Radical new Thai constitution now in the hands of the Thai people who vote in August
Foreigners, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
Hailed by its creators as a recipe for a new form of consensus politics in Thailand and criticised by others for diluting democracy, the verdict… Read More ›
Former PM calls for a culture shift and sustainable democracy to advance Thailand
Economy, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thailand:
A former Thai Prime Minister, who heralded a new age of economic development and modernisation in Thailand in the aftermath of the 1991 coup, has… Read More ›
Thai PM says foreign countries are not listening to government’s plan for Thailand’s stability
Economy, Foreigners, More News from Thailand, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
During his visit to Washington for the Nuclear summit of world leaders the Thai Prime Minister and military junta leader reiterated the mission of the… Read More ›
Thai military want seats in unelected Senate as controlled debate on new charter steps up
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As a controlled debate plays out in Thailand over proposals by a committee set up the military junta for a new constitution or charter for… Read More ›
Tough Thai Immigration law comes into force in March 2016 with blacklist provisions
Crime, Living, Politics, Thailand:
Thailand’s new laws clamping down on abuse of the immigration system and blacklisting foreigners who overstay their visa comes into force in March. This follows… Read More ›
Thai government in extensive campaign to save Thailand’s fisheries and seafood exports
Economy, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
The Thai government has vowed to wipe out human rights abuses within its seafood and fisheries industry and a robust campaign is already showing results.… Read More ›
Thai authorities in balancing act as a strained relationship with US appears to improve
Economy, Politics, Thai World, Thailand:
This week saw Thailand hosting the Cobra Gold military exercises in conjunction with the United States and with the participation of five other countries Singapore,… Read More ›
US ambassador and Japanese investors encourage Thailand to join TPP trade bloc
Thailand eyes the Trans-Pacific trade pact but many observers suggest that there is a lot of work to do before the country would be accepted.… Read More ›
Thai PM announces economic boost as Thailand’s economy faces headwinds
As the Thai Prime Minister launches a new economic initiative, a lower valued Thai baht offers some foreigners living in Thailand with a boost in… Read More ›
Rejection of draft constitution means extended military rule
Thailand’s journey back to democracy looks like it has been delayed as both sides of the political divide agreed that a proposed draft constitution should… Read More ›
Thai News for Foreigners
Last minute US Iran ceasefire looked fragile on Wednesday as Thailand still urged nationals to return
April 8, 2026
Fragile US-Iran ceasefire wobbles within hours as Iran
Anutin’s second cabinet takes office amid Premier’s warning about the growing energy crisis over Iran
April 7, 2026
Thailand’s new cabinet takes power as US-Iran
Fears surface that the 3 missing crew members of the Thai cargo vessel Mayuree Naree died on March 11th
April 4, 2026
Human remains found on stricken Thai ship Mayuree
Thai banks and Finance Minister prepare for the worst as the Middle East Iran War continues to escalate
April 2, 2026
Middle East War shock slams Thailand’s economy as
People’s Party MP raises questions about long queues at Phuket International Airport and fast-track lanes.
March 31, 2026
Phuket MP Chalermpong Saengdee demands a probe after
Immigration Bureau warns that rip-off entry TDAC sites stand to make up to $100 million from visitors.
March 30, 2026
Immigration warns travellers: TDAC entry registration
Anutin apologises as the economy is throttled by the Iran US war leaving ministers struggling to cope
March 29, 2026
Thailand reels from the US-Iran war as fuel prices
Thai Tears as two young adults die in Miami Beach hit and run. Both died when they were hit at high speed
March 27, 2026
Miami police arrest a 42-year-old American after a
Thai ships can sail through the Hormuz Strait but there is renewed concern for the three missing sailors
March 25, 2026
Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow raises
Top Koh Samui officials suspect corruption network within municipal office linked to luxury villa builds
March 23, 2026
Koh Samui officials expand probe into construction
Visa change from 60 to 30 days given green light by Foreign Affairs on Friday. Still must go to cabinet
March 22, 2026
Thailand moves to cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30
UK reality TV star dies in Phuket after being seen wandering near his hotel talking excitedly on phone
March 21, 2026
British reality star Jordan Wright, 33, was found dead
Fugitive nabbed by Immigration Bureau in Phuket on his way back to police in France on murder charges
March 20, 2026
Phuket police arrest 46-year-old French fugitive Mr.
Scam threat again on the rise in Thailand with losses of 70 million baht a day being reported by police
March 19, 2026
Scam surge grips Thailand as police warn contacts keep
Anutin’s full term triumph tempered by new Sword of Damocles as Constitutional Court takes barcode case
March 19, 2026
Anutin Charnvirakul heads for reelection as Thai PM
Thai economy feels the stress as US Israeli War on Iran continues with 2 key Iranian leaders just killed
March 18, 2026
Thailand’s economy is buckling as the US-Iran war
Navy and Foreign Affairs personnel working on a rescue mission for 3 stranded on stricken Thai vessel
March 17, 2026
Three Thai engineers remain stranded aboard the
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