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Thaksin confirms that the Paul Chambers case now being raised by US trade negotiators with Thailand

Thaksin confirms that the Paul Chambers case now being raised by US trade negotiators with Thailand

April 26, 2025

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Thaksin confirms US raised Paul Chambers’s case with Thailand as broader talks focus on trade, security and human rights amid growing US concern over Chinese… Read More ›

Police Chief says new TM6 online will boost security in Thailand for good tourists and make it far safer

Police Chief says new TM6 online will boost security in Thailand for good tourists and make it far safer

April 26, 2025

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From May 1st, Thailand will roll out a new TM6 online system to screen all foreign visitors in advance, boost security and stop criminal gangs.… Read More ›

Thaksin announces a change in trade and industrial policy. Sounded much like a pivot towards the United States

Thaksin announces a change in trade and industrial policy. Sounded much like a pivot towards the United States

April 25, 2025

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Thaksin signals a shift toward the US as he calls for trade policy overhaul, tighter export controls and readiness for tariff talks. His comments contrast… Read More ›

52 year old Swede tourist and unknown visitor found dead within a few hours at two hotels in Phuket

52 year old Swede tourist and unknown visitor found dead within a few hours at two hotels in Phuket

April 25, 2025

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Two foreign tourists were found dead in separate Phuket hotels within hours. A 52-year-old Swede died in his locked room, likely in his sleep. Later,… Read More ›

People’s Party MP Sirikanya asks if Thailand’s talks with the United States are postponed indefinitely

People’s Party MP Sirikanya asks if Thailand’s talks with the United States are postponed indefinitely

April 24, 2025

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Thailand faces mounting pressure as trade talks with the US stall, Sirikanya slams government confusion, Uyghur deportation strains ties, Chambers case draws MAGA attention in… Read More ›

Thailand flys high after US aviation agency gives it Category 1 safety status. Airline and tourism boost

Thailand flys high after US aviation agency gives it Category 1 safety status. Airline and tourism boost

April 24, 2025

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Thailand’s aviation industry soars with FAA’s Category 1 safety status restoration, allowing Thai Airways to resume US flights and boosting tourism. The move promises increased… Read More ›

Tourism chief targets European tourists in the second half of 2025 while cabinet orders shorter visas for holidaymakers

Tourism chief targets European tourists in the second half of 2025 while cabinet orders shorter visas for holidaymakers

April 23, 2025

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Tourism chief targets high-spending Europeans and Middle Easterners for the second half of 2025 as cabinet orders shorter visa stays amid rising concern over foreign… Read More ›

DSI confirms arrested Chinese man is state employee of China. Chuanling Zhang later released on bail

DSI confirms arrested Chinese man is state employee of China. Chuanling Zhang later released on bail

April 23, 2025

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Chinese businessman Chuanling Zhang, arrested in connection with the deadly Chatuchak building collapse, was granted bail by the court. The DSI confirms he is a… Read More ›

Joke’s on the media. Cabinet ministers and PM affirm Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai coalition until 2027

Joke’s on the media. Cabinet ministers and PM affirm Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai coalition until 2027

April 22, 2025

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PM Paetongtarn laughs off media rumours of a cabinet reshuffle and coalition breakup, as key partners Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai vow to stay united until… Read More ›

China warns Thailand not to ‘please’ the United States at its expense. US trade talks again postponed

China warns Thailand not to ‘please’ the United States at its expense. US trade talks again postponed

April 22, 2025

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China warns Thailand against siding with the US as trade talks are postponed again. Pressure mounts on Bangkok over F-16 jet deal rejection, cabinet reshuffle… Read More ›

Arrest warrant issued for Swiss man Uli Fehr after his no-show in Phuket for Court of Appeal judgement

Arrest warrant issued for Swiss man Uli Fehr after his no-show in Phuket for Court of Appeal judgement

April 21, 2025

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Swiss man Uli Fehr faces arrest after failing to appear in Phuket court for verdict in assault appeal. Case, involving a Thai doctor and a… Read More ›

Pope Francis dead at 88. Reforming Jesuit pope leaves behind a bitterly divided church but inspired many

Pope Francis dead at 88. Reforming Jesuit pope leaves behind a bitterly divided church but inspired many

April 21, 2025

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Pope Francis has died aged 88, ending a 12-year papacy marked by humility, reform and global outreach. He inspired millions with his compassion and message… Read More ›

Arrested man linked with Chatuchak building collapse tells police he is a Chinese state employee

Arrested man linked with Chatuchak building collapse tells police he is a Chinese state employee

April 21, 2025

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Chinese man arrested over deadly Chatuchak building collapse claims he is a Chinese state employee sent to oversee infrastructure investment. Investigators suspect proxy use of… Read More ›

People’s Party MP Sirikanya Tansakul agrees with higher borrowing to deal with the Trump tariff crisis

People’s Party MP Sirikanya Tansakul agrees with higher borrowing to deal with the Trump tariff crisis

April 20, 2025

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Opposition MP Sirikanya Tansakul backs higher public borrowing to tackle the Trump tariff crisis but urges the government to revise its 2026 budget and present… Read More ›

Chinese owner of fatal building firm arrested by police in Bangkok as investigators pierce veil of deceit

Chinese owner of fatal building firm arrested by police in Bangkok as investigators pierce veil of deceit

April 20, 2025

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Chinese owner of the firm behind fatal Bangkok collapse arrested in hotel raid as Thai police expose fake Thai shareholders fronting for Chinese bosses. DSI… Read More ›

Bangkok EV car self-ignites while charging at 5 am. Owner is done as insurance costs soar over premiums

Bangkok EV car self-ignites while charging at 5 am. Owner is done as insurance costs soar over premiums

April 19, 2025

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A 2024 EV car caught fire while charging early Saturday morning in Bangkok. The incident, which luckily left no one injured, raises concerns over EV… Read More ›

Swedish traveller still probed after Thursday night scare at Udon Thani Airport and arrest in Bangkok

Swedish traveller still probed after Thursday night scare at Udon Thani Airport and arrest in Bangkok

April 19, 2025

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Swedish traveller under surveillance after explosive scare at Udon Thani Airport. The bag left behind triggered a terminal evacuation, bomb squad callout and an arrest… Read More ›

Peace breakthrough as Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim secures prisoner releases and new ceasefire in Burma

Peace breakthrough as Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim secures prisoner releases and new ceasefire in Burma

April 18, 2025

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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim achieves a breakthrough in Burma, securing the release of 4,800 prisoners and extending the ceasefire. He holds talks with both the… Read More ›

Pattatya police arrest sleeping Chinese driver at accident scene. He was too intoxicated to drive away

Pattatya police arrest sleeping Chinese driver at accident scene. He was too intoxicated to drive away

April 18, 2025

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A drunk Chinese tourist was found asleep at the wheel after crashing into parked vehicles on Pattaya 3 Road. After a failed attempt to flee,… Read More ›

Shocking cases investigated by police in Pattaya and Bangkok of two dead babies. One may be maternal infanticide

Shocking cases investigated by police in Pattaya and Bangkok of two dead babies. One may be maternal infanticide

April 17, 2025

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Two newborn babies found dead in separate Bangkok and Pattaya cases within 48 hours. One woman claims stillbirth, the other allegedly left her baby to… Read More ›

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