Legend Siam Pattaya Sets New World Record for Performing Thai Greeting
Pattaya —
Legend Siam Pattaya has set a new Guinness World Record by collectively performing a Thai greeting (wai) along with saying “Sawasdee (hello) Welcome to Thailand” with 500 attendees.
The record was officially set on...
Thai Government Extends Visa for Foreign Muay Thai Students to 90 Days, Sets Standards...
National—
On January 12th, 2024, Asst. Prof. Pimol Srivikorn, the Advisor to the Prime Minister and the president of the Taekwondo Association of Thailand, publicly revealed after the 1st meeting of the Sport Industry Subcommittee...
Thai Health Foundation Advocates for Alcohol-Free Songkran for Safety and Security
National—
On April 1st, 2024, the Thai Health Promotion Foundation, StopDrink Network (SDN), and relevant agencies held a press conference on holding Songkran the Thai traditional way: Fun, safe, and without violence.
Dr. Pairoj Saonuam, the...
Bangkok authorities to propose water-splashing activities approval for Songkran
Bangkok -The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is planning to propose a plan for Songkran celebrations including the possible permission to splash water at the next meeting of the Communicable Disease Committee on March 28th.
Bangkok...
Chiang Mai Prepares for Influx of Tourists for Lantern Festival with Over 80% Hotel...
Chiang Mai—
Chiang Mai is on the top list of travel plans for foreign tourists eyed for the Lantern Festival, with more than 80% of hotel reservations.
On October 25th, 2023, Mr. Panlop Saejiw, the President...
Prime Minister Wishes Everyone Happy Lunar New Year 2024
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin extends his heartfelt greetings on the occasion of the Lunar New Year, marking the commencement of 2024 in the Chinese calendar.
He states, "你好 (Nǐ hǎo), I’m Srettha Thavisin, Prime...
Thai Prime Minister joined Songkran in Hua Hin
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has joined the Songkran celebrations in Hua Hin district, making a spirited appearance at the festival organized by Prachuap Khiri Khan province and the Hua Hin district.
Arriving at Phon...
Free Access to Museums and Historical Parks during New Year
Thailand –
The Fine Arts Department has announced free admission to all historical parks and national museums from December 30th to January 2nd as a New Year gift to all, including foreigners.
The Fine Arts Department...
Pheu Thai Leader Proposes Month-long Songkran Festival in April of 2024
Thailand-
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the leader of the current majority Thai government party, Pheu Thai, revealed a plan today, December 1st, 2023 as the head of Thailand’s Soft Power Development Committee to make Songkran a month...
Thai Private Sector Has Big Financial Goals for Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024
National—
On March 7th, 2024, the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) President Thanawat Phonwichai publicly revealed the expected spending amount during the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024 from April 1st...