Thailand eyes cutting Chinese tourist visa extensions to 30 days
Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong said on Thursday that the average stay for Chinese tourists is less than 15 days, making the current 90-day extension excessive. He…
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Protesters rally against Entertainment Complex Bill in Bangkok
The bill, which allows entrepreneurs to set up a man-made destination with a casino plus at least four other businesses, is expected to stimulate the economy and tourism, as well…
Thai PM Paetongtarn smoothly sails through no-confidence vote
She received 319 votes in favour and 162 against, with seven abstentions.
Thai woman spends US$176k to clone beloved French bulldog
Paphaeng, now five months old, is Thailand’s first cloned dog. Despite a slight difference in the left ear pattern, she appears healthy and cheerful.
Thailand offers expat tax breaks to reverse brain drain
Under new regulations, returning Thai nationals with at least a bachelor's degree and two years of international work experience will benefit from a fixed 17% income tax rate.…
Thai PM Paetongtarn faces no-confidence vote in parliament
Ms. Paetongtarn, 38, became Thailand's youngest premier in August and despite lukewarm ratings in opinion polls and fierce criticism during the televised censure debate, she is…
Cambodian police capture Thai ‘ringleaders’ during scam raids in border city
During the operation, authorities seized evidence including 33 computers, 65 mobile phones used for illegal online criminal activities, 65 Thai identification cards and 2 Thai…
China, Thailand navies set for joint training in Guangdong
According to a ministry release, the training, which is conducted under mutual agreement between both countries, will primarily focus on urban counter-terrorism tactics, joint…
Bangkok’s Little Tokyo: Exploring the charm of Soi Thaniya
With its neon-lit streets, authentic izakayas (casual pubs serving drinks and a variety of food), and deep-rooted history, Soi Thaniya is more than just another entertainment hub…
Tracing the Shinawatra hidden assets controversy
From former Thai PM Thaksin to incumbent PM Paetongtarn, THB4.4 billion in promissory notes emerge.