Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Thai Police Save Chinese Actor from Alleged Human Trafficking Network and More

Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, January 6th, to Sunday, January 12th, 2025.

They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.

Let’s get started and see what the top stories were!

Thailand Welcomes Back Chinese Visitors, Driving Post-Pandemic Recovery.

Thailand saw a 26% rise in foreign arrivals in 2024, boosted by relaxed visa rules for Chinese tourists. The country aims for 40 million visitors in 2025, contributing 2.8 trillion baht to the economy.

Thai Police Save Chinese Actor Wang Xing from Alleged Human Trafficking Network in Myanmar.

Chinese actor Wang Xing rescued from Myanmar by Thai authorities after being trafficked from Mae Sot. 

Main Suspect Arrested in Murder of Prominent Cambodian Activist and Former MP Lim Kimya in Bangkok.

Thai police arrest suspect in the murder of Cambodian opposition leader Lim Kimya in Bangkok. Investigation ongoing into potential political motives and involvement of others in the assassination.

Charges Dropped: Boss Min and Boss Sam of The iCON Group, Both Famous Actors, Released from Custody.

Thai prosecutors drop charges against Boss Sam and Boss Min in The iCON Group case, citing insufficient evidence. Both were released after 84 days in detention.

Update: Evidence Suggests Arson in Devastating Khao Loi Wildfire in Nakhon Ratchasima.

Thai officials have contained a wildfire in Pak Chong District, which burned over 1,500 rai. Evidence suggests it may have been deliberately set for wildlife hunting. 

That’s all for this week, as always thanks for your support!

This article originally appeared on our sister website The TPN News.

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