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Tourism trade wants restrictions relaxed
Tourism trade wants restrictions relaxed
BANGKOK: Tourism operators hope the government eases travel restrictions to promote cross-border travel amid fierce competition in Southeast Asia, especially as Malaysia inched closer to Thailand last year.
FAT extends Ishii’s contract
FAT extends Ishii’s contract
FOOTBALL: Japanese coach Masatada Ishii has signed a contract that will keep him at the helm of the Thailand national men’s team until the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals in July 2026.
Songkran in Bangkok ‘to make biggest splash yet’
Songkran in Bangkok ‘to make biggest splash yet’
BANGKOK: The capital is gearing up for this year’s celebrations of Songkran, expected to be more extravagant than ever before as the water festival will be organised as part of the government’s promotion of Thailand’s soft power.
Ex-top cop indicted in ‘Boss’ saga
Ex-top cop indicted in ‘Boss’ saga
BANGKOK: The Attorney-General has indicted former national police chief Somyot Poompanmoung and seven others for helping Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya, the scion of the family behind the Red Bull empire, escape prosecution in connection with the 2012 hit-and-run case.
’Molested’ prosecutor merits OAG action
’Molested’ prosecutor merits OAG action
BANGKOK: A fact-finding probe will be launched in response to a media report involving the alleged sexual molestation of a female prosecutor by a senior prosecutor and an unfair transfer, reports the Office of the Attorney-General (OAG).
AoT responds to PM’s call on immigration queues
AoT responds to PM’s call on immigration queues
BANGKOK: Airports of Thailand (AoT) has stepped up to the plate after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin ordered immigration clearance to be expedited at Suvarnabhumi airport to cut long queues.
Srettha scoffs at ‘triple PM’ scenario
Srettha scoffs at ‘triple PM’ scenario
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin shrugged off concerns of a possible “triple prime ministers” situation, insisting that he is the country’s one and only prime minister despite the prevailing public opinion.
Panel weighs new minimum wage hike
Panel weighs new minimum wage hike
BANGKOK: The tripartite wage committee is considering the factors used to calculate the daily minimum wage, following the government proposal to increase the rate for a second time this year, says the Employers’ Confederation of Thai Trade and Industry (EconThai).
Drunk, mentally ill policeman fatally stabs woman passer-by
Drunk, mentally ill policeman fatally stabs woman passer-by
NAKHON SI THAMMARAT: A mentally ill and drunk policeman ran out of his police flat, kicked over a passing motorcycle and repeatedly stabbed the two female passengers, killing one of them.
Patty’s dream comes true in Pattaya
Patty’s dream comes true in Pattaya
GOLF: Roared on by her adoring fans, Patty Tavatanakit made a gutsy final-hole birdie to write her name into Honda LPGA Thailand folklore.
Permanent visa exemption for Kazakhs expected
Permanent visa exemption for Kazakhs expected
BANGKOK: A permanent visa exemption for Kazakh visitors to Thailand is expected to be announced by April, while Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s flag carrier, is planning to increase flights during the low season to cater to growing demand.
Taxes slashed for booze, pubs
Taxes slashed for booze, pubs
BANGKOK: The Excise Department has cut tax rates for alcohol and nightlife venues, effective as of Friday (Feb 23), in a bid to boost tourism and domestic spending.
Krabi National Park enjoys tourism boom
Krabi National Park enjoys tourism boom
KRABI: Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park in Krabi has generated more than B260 million in entry fees in less than four months, owing to the continual increase in the number of tourists visiting the popular island attraction.
Thaksin can ‘advise’ on politics, says Probation Dept
Thaksin can ‘advise’ on politics, says Probation Dept
BANGKOK: Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is allowed to take positions in politics and offer advice during his parole period, the deputy chief of the Probation Department said yesterday (Feb 23).
Parents of street racers face charges
Parents of street racers face charges
BANGKOK: The parents of 10 youths caught in recent motorcycle street racing in Samut Prakan have been charged with allowing their children to engage in reckless, law-breaking behaviour and fined B10,000, assistant national police chief Pol Lt Gen Samran Nualma said yesterday (Feb 22).
Europeans drive up room rates in the South
Europeans drive up room rates in the South
PHANG NGA: Longer stays from European guests helped drive room revenue in the first quarter in southern provinces, as room rates set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists.
Nualphan’s election gets official nod
Nualphan’s election gets official nod
FOOTBALL: The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) has officially ratified former national men’s team manager Nualphan Lamsam’s election as the new Football Association of Thailand (FAT) president.
CAAT urges airlines to increase flights
CAAT urges airlines to increase flights
BANGKOK: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is in discussion with all six airlines in Thailand to increase the number of flights during holidays and lower the flight price ceiling in a bid to address excessive fares.
Many cops in serious debt
Many cops in serious debt
BANGKOK: Many police have fallen into debt totalling some B300 billion and most are on the verge of bankruptcy, national police chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol said yesterday (Feb 21).
Visa-free entry extended for Kazakhs
Visa-free entry extended for Kazakhs
BANGKOK: The Cabinet has extended the government’s visa-free scheme for Kazakh tourists for another six months, it was confirmed today (Feb 21).