Thai Minister of Commerce Cracks Down on Illegal Import of Elephant Pants from China...
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On February 5th, 2024, Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, issued an order to the Thai Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) to investigate a case in which Thai elephant...
International Airports Gearing Up for Expected Surge Travelers During Songkran
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As Thailand prepares for the Songkran festival, its international airports are gearing up for an expected surge in travelers. The Transport Ministry estimates a 28.50% increase in passengers, with around 2.61 million people...
Thai Fisheries Department launches massive campaign to prove Thai seafood is safe from Covid-19,...
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Following a large cluster of infections traced from workers at a seafood market in Samut Sakhon, the Thai Fisheries Department has launched a campaign to certify Thai seafood and aquatic products and restore consumer...
Stricter ID Checks at Bars and Clubs Ordered Nationwide in Thailand
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Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul issued a stern warning to entertainment venues caught lax on age verification during today's press conference at the Government House.
The warning comes in response...
Srisuwan Janya Busted for Alleged Extortion: Anti-Corruption Commission Makes Arrests in Bribery Case
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At 3:00 PM, on January 26th, 2024, the Thai Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) inspected three locations in Pathum Thani on three accused activists who were allegedly threatening bribes from a government official in...
Thailand Celebrates Announcement of Songkran as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural World Heritage
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At 6:00 PM, on December 7th, 2023, Mr. Srettha Thavisin, the Thai Prime Minister, presided over the Songkran celebration of being officially recognised as UNESCO's intangible humanity's cultural heritage at the city square, Bangkok...
Thai rock singer Sek Loso granted bail this afternoon shortly after Supreme Court denies his...
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Famous Thai rock musician Seksan "Sek Loso" Sookpimay was granted temporary bail this afternoon shortly after the Supreme Court had denied his appeal of a 42-month prison term for drug abuse and weapon...
“The Match Bangkok Century Cup 2022” praised by Thai government for promoting country’s ‘soft...
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Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O'Cha praised the organizers of "The Match Bangkok Century Cup 2022" for showing the country's potential and helping promote the country's 'soft power' in sports.
Government spokesperson Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana revealed...
April 2023’s festivals and events in Thailand
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World-famous Songkran Thai New Year celebrations and many other cultural festivals and modern-day festivities make April an exciting and enchanting month to visit Thailand.
April is one of Thailand’s most exciting months when it...
Thai Government’s Planned Later Closing Times for Nightlife Businesses Challenged by Drunk Driving Victims
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A group of anti-drunk driving activists and victims petitioned the Thai government to cancel its plan to extend the closing hours for entertainment businesses.
On Thursday, October 12th, members of the Drink No Drive...