Thailand has responded decisively to an alleged assault case involving a Swiss man, Urs Fehr, whose visa has been revoked following growing backlash from locals. Reports suggest that Mr. Fehr allegedly kicked a local woman, Thandao Chandam, who was sitting on the steps near his villa in Phuket. The incident led to outrage, with hundreds […]
Read MoreIn a surprising turn of events, a Thai court on Monday acquitted former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, who is currently living in exile, on charges of mishandling funds for a government project in 2013. This marks the latest legal victory for the influential Shinawatra family, following the recent parole release of Yingluck’s brother, former premier […]
Read MoreThe relics of Lord Buddha are set to be received by Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin later today. Ahead of the ceremony, Thavisin arrived at the Royal Ground Sanam Luang in Bangkok on Friday. The relics are going to be ushered into the ceremonial ground. The procession is underway as holy relics of Lord Buddha […]
Read MoreBANGKOK — Three Cambodian human right activists, including a former government party member, have been arrested in Thailand, according to human rights groups. Lem Sokha, Phan Phana and Kung Raiya were arrested Friday, along with their families, the Manushya Foundation and Human Rights Watch told VOA. The arrests come just days before Cambodian Prime Minister […]
Read MorePhuket, is one of the most frequented tourist destinations in Thailand, and has been a favourite among the Indian travellers too. Now, as per the latest development, it has simplified the visa process for foreigners by introducing an online visa extension system. As per the reports, Immigration Bureau Commissioner Pol Lt Gen Itthiphon Itthisanronnachai disclosed […]
Read MoreBANGKOK, Nov 27 (Reuters) – A Thai Muslim group that spoke directly with Hamas said its efforts were key to ensuring that Thai hostages were among the first to be released in Gaza during a temporary truce with Israeli forces. “We were the sole party that spoke to Hamas since the beginning of the war […]
Read MoreBANGKOK, Nov 25 (Reuters) – Vetoon Phoome’s family feared the Thai farm worker had been killed by Hamas in last month’s attack on Israel, until they found out on Saturday he had been freed along with other Thai hostages in Gaza. “He told me not to cry, to tell mother I’m coming back,” Vetoon’s sister, […]
Read MoreIn an interview with China Media Group (CMG), Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn said that the building of a China-Laos-Thailand railway will boost economic and trade relations between China and Thailand. “I think the building of the China-Laos-Thailand railway is of great significance. Many Thai fruit vendors I personally know told me that they have […]
Read MoreIn a strategic collaboration, Binance Holdings Ltd. and Gulf Energy Development Pcl are set to launch a cryptocurrency exchange in Thailand early next year. This follows the acquisition of licenses from the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission, with Gulf Binance Co. obtaining the regulatory nod on November 10, as disclosed in a stock exchange filing […]
Read MorePheu Thai Party focuses on soft power in international relations and digital initiatives, urging support and communication. This week’s meeting of the Pheu Thai Party highlighted the importance of soft power in international relations and digital initiatives. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the party’s leader, chaired the session for the first time, and Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin also […]
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