Thai police arrest abbot on charges of stealing donations as temple rescues people ostracized by HIV fears. The former abbot of Wat Phrabat Namphu in Lopburi province, Phra Alongkot, was defrocked on Tuesday after being arrested on multiple charges, including embezzlement, police said. The temple had long been considered a refuge for people living with…
The Thai government has reduced the 90-day visa-free stay for Russian citizens to 60 days starting from 1 May, effective from November 2023 Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin said following a cabinet meeting that the Thai government has unilaterally adopted a 60-day visa-free regime for Russian citizens, effective 1 May. ‘The Cabinet approved the Ministry…
Thousands of tourists and hotels in Thailand have been stranded after one of Europe’s largest tour operators suddenly went bankrupt. A tourism crisis has erupted in Thailand following the collapse of a major tour operator from Germany. Thousands of holidaymakers and hundreds of hotels have been affected by the sudden shutdown of Europe’s third-largest tour…
As announced by the Thai Ministry of Transport, a railway service between Bangkok and Vientiane will be launched by Thailand and Laos on 13-14 July 2024. The journey commences at Krung Thep Apiwat Central Terminal in Bangkok and proceeds to Udon Thani Province and Nong Khai Provincial, ultimately ending at Khamsavath station in Vientiane. By…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
Bangkok ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high PM2.5 levels leading to most neighborhoods being declared hazardous. Bangkok has been ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high levels of PM2.5 leading to most parts of the capital being declared danger zones. Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, has been placed fourth in…
Escalating conflict in the Middle East affects exports and has a negative impact on Thailand’s economy both directly and indirectly. Escalating conflict in the Middle East is negatively affecting Thailand’s economy both directly and indirectly, the Bangkok Post reported, citing a statement by Punpong Nayyanapakorn, head of the Trade Policy and Strategy Office. The Strategic…
As part of a significant crackdown on illegal gambling related to the 2024 event, Thai authorities have apprehended 126 individuals. UEFA European Football Championships. Over the weekend, an operation was carried out to identify individuals who were involved in illegal gambling during matches. Six organizers, 117 gamblers and three ticket agents were arrested. Most of…
Thailand has introduced a new bill to protect children from the aggressive marketing tactics of junk food and beverage manufacturers. Thailand’s Department of Health is ready to introduce a new bill to lawmakers aimed at protecting children from modern marketing tactics designed to get young people addicted to unhealthy snacks and drinks. Dr Pongpol Vorapani,…
Thailand’s Maya Bay on Phi Phi Island has been ranked as the fifth-best beach in the world by the UK website Beach Atlas. According to Beach Atlas, the Golden Beach Awards 2024 recognized the top 100 beaches worldwide by counting votes from travellers, photographers, and influencers worldwide. Factors taken into account include natural beauty, classic…
