Thai Commerce Minister Warns of New Inexpensive Chinese E-commerce Site Impact on Small Thai...
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On August 13th, 2024, Thai Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai posted on social media addressing concerns over the potential impact of the Chinese e-commerce giant TEMU on Thailand’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Phumtham...
Thailand Tops Durian Exports to China with Over 121,398 Tonnes Valued at 717 Million...
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On May 31st, 2024, Thai Government spokesperson Chai Watcharong announced that, according to Global Trade Atlas (GTA), Thailand exported over 121,398 tonnes of durian to China, valued at 717 million USD, securing the top...
Private Property CEO Unveils Surging Foreign Investment in Thai Real Estate, Myanmar Market Soars...
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On April 27th, 2024, Mr. Prasert Taedullayasatit, a chief executive of a property business, publicly revealed an overview of the booming real estate market for foreigners in 2024, especially in the Myanmar market that...
Thai Transport Minister to Discuss High-Speed Rail and ‘Land Bridge’ Project with China
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On April 24th, 2024, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the Thai Minister of Transport, publicly revealed his official visit itinerary to China from May 6th to 15th for the 31st Thailand-China Railway Cooperation Meeting.
The meeting will...
Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest on Chinese Visitors
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On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering the low season. Thai Tourism operators may struggle with low...
Chinese Nationals Allegedly Steal Diamond Bracelet Worth 1 Million Baht from Siam Paragon, Escape...
Bangkok—
At 7:00 PM, on April 17th, 2024, Pathumwan investigative police officers and relevant agencies investigated a case of two Chinese individuals allegedly stealing a diamond bracelet “Yellow Gold” from the Van Cleef & Arpels...
Thai Police Crack Down on Transnational Criminals in ‘The Purge’ Operation, Seize Assets Worth...
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On April 17th, 2024, Mueang Thong Thani Royal Thai Police officers and relevant agencies held a press conference on “The Purge” operation to eradicate transnational criminals on Hybid-Scam networks. More than 250 million baht...
China Takes Top Spot for Thailand’s Tourist Arrivals
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Chinese tourists have taken the top spot in terms of international tourist numbers for Thailand, according to the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PBTA).
The news was revealed during the PBTA regular meeting held...
Thai Tourism Authority Reports Surge in Chinese Tourists After Visa Waiver
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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...
Chinese Tourist Injured after Parasailing Accident in Phuket
Phuket –
A female Chinese tourist has broken her leg after a parasailing accident at Karon Beach.
The news went viral on Thai social media this week after the Facebook Page ‘Luijeen’ posted her story which...
