Number of Russian visitors in Phuket instantly drops, Phuket struggles to find solutions for...
Phuket –
The number of Russian visitors in Phuket has instantly dropped due to two Russian airlines responsible for a majority of flights to the island stopping their services temporarily due to sanctions imposed by...
NBTC approves 600 million baht for free World Cup 2022 broadcasting
Thailand –
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunication Commission (NBTC) has approved 600 million baht for the right to broadcast the football World Cup 2022 for viewers in Thailand to watch with free charges.
Mr. Trairat Wiriyasirikul,...
Commander of Thai Police Orders Full Investigation of Alleged Extortion Case of Taiwanese Actress
Bangkok, Thailand-
As a war of words has heated up between Thai law enforcement and a famous Taiwanese actress who claims she was extorted by Thai police the Commander of the Thai police has ordered...
Five Thai Cities Recognized by UNESCO as Creative Cities in Various Categories
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT)Â - Thailand has garnered international recognition as UNESCO has designated five cities in the country as Creative Cities in various categories including gastronomy, crafts, folk arts and design.
The announcement was made by...
Thailand Gives Update on Thais Injured and Killed in Israel
National —
The Thai foreign ministry reported on Monday, October 9th, that at least 12 Thai people working in Israel have been killed during Hamas's military attack, while eight have been injured (two critically), and...
Thai PM Srettha Thavisin Explores Clean Energy Partnership with France, Eyes Formula One Race...
National—
At 3:50 PM (Paris local time), on March 11th, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin officially visited Electricite de France Headquarters for a discussion with the French Clean Energy Agency.
Srettha attended a conference on...
Tremors Felt in Bangkok After Earthquake Reports in Myanmar
Thailand –
An earthquake was reported on Monday morning (June 19th) in Myanmar with tremors felt as far away as Bangkok and Nonthaburi.
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) reported at 8:40 A.M. of...
Press Release: USTDA Advances Plastic Recycling in Thailand
The following is a press release from the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Thailand. The statements within are their own.
On August 16, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a $695,820 grant to Thailand’s VAO...
Thailand Celebrates Another Safe Return of Citizens from Israel
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand welcomed the safe return of two citizens previously detained abroad, marking a diplomatic victory for the country. The duo arrived at Israel’s Al Shamir Medical Center, where they were greeted...
Thai Tourism Authority Reports Surge in Chinese Tourists After Visa Waiver
National—
On March 14th, 2024, Mrs. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, the Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), publicly revealed statistics of the number of Chinese tourists to Thailand increasing significantly after permanently waiving visa requirements...