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BANGKOK, Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai today welcomed senior executives from 30 global companies from diverse sectors, which have all made significant investments in strategic industries in Thailand over the past two years, to reaffirm the government’s commitment to welcome foreign investment and provide an update on the progress made in the implementation of key initiatives to strengthen Thailand’s competitiveness in the world market. Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai today welcomed senior executives from 30 global companies, reaffirming the government’s commitment to foreign investment and highlighting progress on initiatives to boost Thailand’s…

Panarat Thepgumpanat  |  ReutersThailand-Cambodia border dispute: What we know so farThailand has launched air strikes on Cambodian military targets, marking a major escalation of a long-running border dispute between the two countries.unbranded – NewsworthyBANGKOK —  Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia, the Thai military said on Monday, Dec. 7, after both countries accused the other of breaching a ceasefire agreement brokered by President Donald Trump.At least one Thai soldier has been killed, and four wounded in the fresh clashes that broke out around two areas in the easternmost province of Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand’s military said in a statement, after its…

Thailand launched airstrikes along the disputed border with Cambodia on Monday (Dec 8) as both sides accused the other of breaking a ceasefire that halted fighting earlier this year.At least five people have reportedly been killed – four Cambodian civilians and one Thai soldier.The ceasefire was strained early last month after Thai troops were injured by landmines, prompting Thailand to indefinitely suspend the implementation of the agreement.Fresh fighting has prompted evacuations along the border on both sides. Follow live.

November 20, 2025BANGKOK – A delegation representing five major tourism associations met Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Tuesday to present urgent recovery measures for Thailand’s tourism industry in 2025, amid signs of a regional slowdown. Several Asian and ASEAN markets are experiencing declining outbound travel, and foreign arrivals to Thailand could drop by around 7% next year compared with 2024.The delegation — comprising the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT), Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA), Thai Hotels Association (THA) and the Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT) — proposed immediate three-month measures focused on boosting safety,…

Initial plans for the Thai border town to thrive as an industrial hub faltered; now, sparks of development flicker in consumer demand and cross-border trade[MAE SOT, THAILAND] Rounding the corner of Prasatwithi Road, one of Mae Sot’s busiest streets, a crimson sign bursts into view cutting through the modest storefronts. The Mixue logo panel, emblazoned with its cheery snowman mascot, sits atop glass doors that open into a bright LED-lit interior.The lunch crowd is slowly trickling in – families with bubbly children and vendors from the nearby market ducking in from the scorching sun – all looking for a sweet…

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New nationwide regulations, effective 3 December 2025, allow more flexible alcohol service in licensed hotels, entertainment venues, and airports, while maintaining restrictions in public spaces to ensure safety and responsible tourism. PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand welcomes visitors to enjoy the country’s dining and leisure experiences responsibly. Recently updated alcohol rules now provide clearer nationwide guidance while maintaining flexibility for travellers in tourism-related venues. Alcohol may be purchased during the following hours: 11.00-14.00 Hrs., 14.00-17.00 Hrs. (a six-month trial period, effective from 3 December 2025), and 17.00-24.00 Hrs. Hotels, licensed entertainment venues, and international airport terminals serving outbound passengers may continue…

Canada updated its travel advisory for Thailand, warning people of possible heavy fines if they break local alcohol laws.

At the last edition of the tournament, the Young Lions suffered a 0-7 drubbing at the hands of Causeway rivals Malaysia. That was Singapore’s heaviest defeat at the Games since the competition became an age-group affair in 2001.Earlier this year, the Young Lions were left out of the provisional list for the Games. But the team appealed successfully, playing out two closed-door friendlies, with a win and a draw, to strengthen the case for their inclusion.Late changes to the Young Lions’ Games scheduling have not been ideal for preparations. The team were originally drawn in Group C to face champions Indonesia,…

BANGKOK: Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has reported ongoing flooding in five southern provinces, affecting over 236,000 people, with agencies accelerating aid distribution and restoration — especially in hard-hit Hat Yai.The DDPM on Saturday (Dec 6) released an update on the southern flood situation, confirming that five provinces remain affected and that urgent assistance and recovery operations are underway.- Photo: The Nation/ANNAs of 6am on Dec 6, flooding persists in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Phatthalung and Songkhla, covering 22 districts, 101 subdistricts and 534 villages, impacting 84,450 households or 236,375 people.Surat Thani: Flooding remains in…