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Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
BANGKOK: Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth B3 million to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract 'non‑quality' visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.
Date confirmed for construction of Queen Sirikit’s crematorium
Date confirmed for construction of Queen Sirikit’s crematorium
BANGKOK: Feb 23 has been set as the official start date for construction of the royal crematorium for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, the government said.
Foundation launches ‘Just Use It’ safe sex campaign
Foundation launches ‘Just Use It’ safe sex campaign
BANGKOK: Aids Healthcare Foundation Thailand (AHF Thailand) has launched its “Just Use It” campaign after government data showed that young people account for more than one-third of newly reported HIV infections nationwide.
Maya Bay ‘a haven’ for blacktip reef sharks
Maya Bay ‘a haven’ for blacktip reef sharks
BANGKOK: The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) has confirmed that Maya Bay is a vital nursery ground for blacktip reef sharks after a recent survey recorded an unusually high concentration of the species.
Land Transport Department to allow online licence renewals
Land Transport Department to allow online licence renewals
BANGKOK: The Department of Land Transport (DLT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), is upgrading its service standards to allow motorists aged under 55 to renew their driving licences online from June.
Braveheart Carrillo eclipses Shadow to win world title
Braveheart Carrillo eclipses Shadow to win world title
MMA: Nico Carrillo had heard the chants before.
BJT targets economy, security roles
BJT targets economy, security roles
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, as the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), said his party would take responsibility for the security and economic portfolios in the coalition government he is seeking to form, pledging firm measures to protect the border and revive the economy.
Nandhavud has impressive run at Catalunya tests
Nandhavud has impressive run at Catalunya tests
MOTORSPORTS: Thai driver Nandhavud Bhirombhakdi recorded his best lap time on the final day of the Formula 3 pre-season testing at the Circuit de Catalunya in Spain ahead of the season-opening race in Australia next month.
People’s Party to sue EC over ballot barcodes
People’s Party to sue EC over ballot barcodes
BANGKOK: The People’s Party is preparing to take the Election Commission (EC) to court over its use of ballot barcodes that could violate the principle of secret voting, be used to intimidate voters and pose a harmful risk of data leaks.
Hat Yai tourism reels as Chinese New Year bookings plunge
Hat Yai tourism reels as Chinese New Year bookings plunge
HAT YAI: The Chinese New Year in Hat Yai has been markedly subdued this year, with room bookings plunging and many businesses still closed months after last year’s flood, local hotel and tourism operators said on Sunday (Feb 15).
AoT sees revenue climb in first quarter
AoT sees revenue climb in first quarter
BANGKOK: The Airports of Thailand (AoT) has reported a net profit of B4.65 billion for the first quarter of the 2026 fiscal year, pledging to focus on a progressive financial restructuring initiative to support steady growth.
Bank of Thailand takes closer look at large cash transactions
Bank of Thailand takes closer look at large cash transactions
BANGKOK: The Bank of Thailand is tightening oversight of cash transactions by introducing stricter due diligence requirements and clearer verification of the purpose of fund usage, in an effort to curb suspicious transactions.
Thailand pushes to arrest plunging birth rate
Thailand pushes to arrest plunging birth rate
BANGKOK: Authorities are launching a new push to address Thailand’s collapsing birth rate, now the lowest in 75 years, with a focus on ensuring that every pregnancy is safe, voluntary and fully supported.
Major Thai chains reduce sugar in beverages
Major Thai chains reduce sugar in beverages
BANGKOK: Nine major Thai beverage chains have partnered with the Department of Health to introduce a new standard for drink sweetness aimed at reducing sugar consumption and lowering risks of obesity and non-communicable diseases.
Anutin dismisses ‘sick man of Asia’ label for Thailand
Anutin dismisses ‘sick man of Asia’ label for Thailand
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has expressed confidence in Thailand’s economic outlook following the recent general election, rejecting foreign media portrayals that labelled the country the “sick man” of Asia.
Call to let foreigners buy more insurance
Call to let foreigners buy more insurance
BANGKOK: Allowing foreigners to buy insurance policies in Thailand with foreign currencies, particularly yuan, would lift the domestic insurance industry, which is pressured by low interest rates and a sluggish economy, says the Thai unit of French insurer AXA.
Pheu Thai backs Bhumjaithai to lead coalition government
Pheu Thai backs Bhumjaithai to lead coalition government
BANGKOK: The Pheu Thai Party has formally pledged support for the Bhumjaithai Party to take the lead in forming a new government as Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul says both sides are ready to put past differences behind them and move forward together.
Anutin signs off on border security plan
Anutin signs off on border security plan
BANGKOK: Prime Minister-elect Anutin Charnvirakul has approved a series of measures intended to bolster security along the border with Cambodia, including the construction of more border fencing, in the wake of another landmine blast which injured three Thai soldiers in Si Sa Ket.
Department estimates bumper foreign investment
Department estimates bumper foreign investment
BANGKOK: Foreign investors are expected to continue investing in advanced technology, healthcare and sustainability industries this year, following a record high of more than B324 billion in outlays last year, according to the Department of Business Development (DBD).
BJT introduces first three coalition partners
BJT introduces first three coalition partners
BANGKOK: The election-winning Bhumjaithai Party announced three small parties as its initial coalition partners yesterday (Feb 12).