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The United States welcomes the resolute efforts of the Cambodian and Thai governments to uphold the December 27 ceasefire agreement. This demonstrates both countries’ commitments to lasting peace by implementing the provisions of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords. We welcome Thailand’s release of the 18 Cambodian soldiers as a positive step towards rebuilding neighborly relations and trust. The United States stands ready to support the Cambodian and Thai governments as they resume the critical implementation measures agreed to in the October 26 Joint Declaration. /Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited…
By Phan Anh  December 5, 2025 | 04:22 pm PT A person at the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo by Pexels Thailand is preparing to raise airport taxes for outbound passengers starting in 2026, a shift that will push up ticket prices for millions of travelers passing through its busiest international airports. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has approved a plan to increase the Passenger Service Charge (PSC) at six major airports operated by Airports of Thailand (AOT), The Nation reported.The hike is significant: the fee for international…
BANGKOK: Thailand’s beleaguered initial public offering (IPO) scene is set to remain subdued as the country’s market revamp needs time to stave off companies listing elsewhere, a senior official says.“We are in a bearish period for Thai IPOs,” Soravis Krairiksh, the Thai stock exchange’s senior executive vice-president, said in an interview last Friday.“It should start to stabilise in 2026, but not bounce back sharply.”The rise in the number of local firms choosing regional bourses in pursuit of higher valuations spurred the stock exchange to ease its listing rules, Soravis said.Thailand’s IPO process takes around six months from filing to approval…
Light installations, concerts, and cultural activities draw visitors to Pattaya, Bangkok, and destinations nationwide during January 2026, as Thailand welcomes the New Year with a packed calendar of festivals and creative events. PATTAYA, Thailand – January 2026 welcomes the New Year with a selection of cultural and creative events across Thailand. Highlights include Nakhon Sawan Lantern Festival, celebrating light, faith, and tradition; Pattaya: The Sealebration of Light and Legacy, illuminating key areas of Pattaya with artistic installations and performances; and the Prachuap Light Exhibition 2026, showcasing immersive illuminated landscapes. Culinary enthusiasts can enjoy refined gastronomic experiences with Chef Chuan Chim…
Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has continued for a third day, with cross-border shelling and air raids forcing more than half a million civilians to flee their homes and seek shelter, according to authorities.Officials from the two Southeast Asian neighbours on Wednesday also accused each other of restarting the conflict that has killed at least 13 soldiers and civilians so far this week and led more than 500,000 people from both sides of the border to evacuate for safety.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list“More than 400,000 people have been moved to safe shelters” across seven provinces, Thailand’s Ministry…
Cambodia said Thailand has launched more airstrikes, as heavy fighting flared and both sides accused the other of violating their sovereignty along the contested border region.The latest large-scale fighting was set off by a skirmish on Sunday that wounded two Thai soldiers and derailed a ceasefire pushed by Donald Trump that ended five days of combat in July over longstanding territorial disputes. Nine Thai soldiers have been killed since Monday, Thailand’s military announced on Thursday.Four civilians have also died, but not as a direct result of the clashes, officials said. They had underlying health issues and most died while they…
GoldenOdds.com Golden Odds has officially entered the Thai market through the acquisition of ThaiScore.com. New York, NY, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Golden Odds, the global predictive intelligence brand revolutionizing sports betting content, has officially entered the Thai market through the acquisition of ThaiScore.com — a localized football-focused platform known for real-time score updates and fan engagement. Golden Odds is a global sports predictive intelligence network, offering AI-powered, expert-validated real-time match predictions in multiple languages. Golden Odds With this strategic move, Golden Odds introduces AI-powered, expert-verified match predictions to Thai fans via ThaiScore’s trusted platform and community channels. “Thailand is…
If you scroll on YouTube or TikTok, you might come across videos claiming you can retire in Thailand for a few hundred dollars a month. YouTuber Cal, a.k.a. @TheBangkokGuide, says it’s not that simple. He’s an American expat who has lived in Thailand since 2015. Now he’s helping his parents retire there. In a recent video offering tips to anyone thinking of retiring in Thailand in 2026, Cal notes that you have to make sure your nest egg will sustain you for decades in a foreign country (1). He has a framework for how to run those calculations — taking…
Company Logo Dublin, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Hospitality Industry in Thailand – Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025-2030)” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The Hospitality Industry In Thailand Market size is estimated at USD 1.5 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.98 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.67% during the forecast period (2025-2030).Driven by its vibrant tourism industry, Thai hospitality is significant in its economy. Thailand’s picturesque beaches, rich cultural heritage, and bustling urban centers entice millions of visitors annually. The market boasts diverse accommodations, from budget-friendly…
FinanceAcquisitions and advisory services anchor MUFG unit’s regional strategy: CEOThe Bank of Ayudhya, known as Krungsri, recently launched an advisory service, Krungsri ASEAN Link, to promote corporate Thailand’s expansion into Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia and other Southeast Asian countries. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi)KENYA AKAMADecember 28, 2025 14:20 JSTBANGKOK — Thailand’s Bank of Ayudhya, one of the country’s largest lenders and commonly known as Krungsri, is accelerating its overseas expansion strategy as a sluggish domestic economy weighs on earnings and asset quality.