Thailand Tourism Safety Measures Announced
PRESS RELEASE:
Puangpet Chunlaiad, Minister attached to the Office of the Prime Minister, presided over a meeting with network partner agencies to integrate work between the public and private sectors in tourism.
The meeting reported various...
Thai Police Arrest Man For Stalking and Sexually Assaulting At Least Four Minors in...
Bangkok—
On February 28th, 2024, Thai Metropolitan Investigation officers captured a suspect at a condominium in Bang Sue, Bangkok, who allegedly committed sexual assault acts on a minor under 13 years old in 2023.
According to...
Thai Transport Minister Pledges to Improve Rama 2 Road Quality Before Songkran Festival
National—
On February 27th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, vowed to improve the traffic quality on Rama 2 Road before the Songkran Festival.
Read the recent article about the Thai Minister of...
Chinese National Arrested for Drug Smuggling at Suvarnabhumi Airport: 3 Kilograms of Heroin Seized
National—
On February 27th, 2024, Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat Lakboon, the Secretary-General of the Office of the Thai Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), publicly revealed after the arrest of a Chinese person who allegedly smuggled illicit...
Proposal to Put Graphic Warning Labels on Alcohol in Thailand Leads to Strong Opposition
National—
On February 28th, 2024, Mr. Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, a Move Forward Party MP, and relevant agencies received a letter from Mr. Charoen Charoenchai and representatives from the alcoholic beverage industry protesting against a draft announcement...
Cobra Gold 2024 Kicks Off, Bringing Military Training and Economic Boost to Thailand
National —
Tens of thousands of military personnel from over 30 countries have descended upon Thailand for "Cobra Gold 2024," a large-scale joint military exercise scheduled from February 26th to March 8th. This year's iteration...
Airports of Thailand Addresses Suvarnabhumi Queues with Upgrades
PRESS RELEASE:
Airports of Thailand (AOT) and immigration authorities are taking steps to address the issue of long passenger queues at Suvarnabhumi Airport, following complaints by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin about the slow processing times.
During...
Thailand and Kazakhstan to Strengthen Ties with Upcoming MoU
PRESS RELEASE:
Thailand and Kazakhstan are on the verge of signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) this April to broaden their bilateral relations, with a focus on enhancing trade, investment, and tourism.
Deputy Foreign Minister Jakkapong...
Thai Government Urged to Consider Long-Term Visa-Free Deal for India
PRESS RELEASE:
Tourism leaders in Thailand are calling for discussions on establishing a long-term visa-free travel arrangement with India, anticipating significant benefits as India is expected to become the world's third-largest economy by 2027.
The temporary...
Thai Police Seize 6 Million Amphetamine Pills Worth 180 Million Baht in Bung Kan
Bueng Kan—
At 5:00 PM, on February 26th, 2024, Mr. Sutin Klungsang, the Minister of Defense, and relevant agencies held a press conference on a massive seizure of 6 million amphetamine pills worth more than...
