Thailand Abandons Controversial $300 Handout for Young Citizens

The Thai government has decided to put the brakes on its ambitious initiative to grant THB10,000 (approximately US$300) to every citizen aged 16–20, citing escalating global economic uncertainties. Changing Economic Landscapes This pivot comes as the …

Philippines tries to compete with Thailand for the digital nomad market

Digital nomads are fast becoming indispensable in successful tourist recruitment campaigns. The Philippines is the latest ASEAN country to introduce a Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) in the hope of bolstering tourism and economic growth. Thailand, Malaysia and …

Thailand envoy calls for stronger trade, tourism, FTA with Pakistan to boost ASEAN ties

ISLAMABAD  -  The Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan Rongvudhi Virabutr has stated that there are vast opportunities to enhance trade, tourism, and economic cooperation between Pakistan, Thailand, and the ASEAN region. By effectively utilising these …

Thailand reinstates financial proof requirement for tourist visas

Thailand has reinstated the requirement for tourist visa applicants to provide financial proof, effective May 2025. This measure, which was temporarily suspended in November 2023 to facilitate post-pandemic travel, mandates that all applicants demonstrate …

6 mild quakes recorded in Myanmar, northern Thailand 

The Department’s Earthquake Observation Division reported that two of the quakes occurred in Thailand. The first quake struck at 0:45 a.m. of Saturday in Banlao Subdistrict, Sung Men District, Phrae Province, with a magnitude of 1.5 and a depth of 5 …

British tourist in critical condition after being ‘stabbed and hurled from car’ in Thailand

Andrew Joseph Cook is now fighting for his life in Pattaya Pathomkhun Hospital where he is in intensive care (Picture: AsiaPacificPress via ViralPress) A British tourist is fighting for his life in hospital after being ‘stabbed and hurled from a car’ in …

Aaron-Wooi Yik storm into Thailand Open final

PETALING JAYA: Shuttlers Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik are just one win away from their second title of the year after storming into the men's doubles final in the Thailand Open. Aaron-Wooi Yik were on top of their game and pulled off a dominant 21-17, 21-13 …

Thailand’s taxi colour code, uncovered

Solid colours: The taxi cooperatives Single-coloured taxis, on the other hand, are owned by larger taxi companies or cooperatives. Each colour represents a specific group, giving a quick visual clue about the operator behind the wheel. Here's a simple …

Thailand, Vietnam Upgrade Ties To Highest Diplomatic Tier

MOH monitoring Covid-19 amid rising cases in Thailand, S'pore Dzulkefly says M'sia remains vigilant despite weekly ...

The Health Ministry is closely monitoring the Covid-19 situation both domestically and abroad, particularly in light of rising cases in neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore. Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said Malaysia remains vigilant despite …