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Step by step: Will anti-foreign sentiment impact Phuket’s tourism?
Step by step: Will anti-foreign sentiment impact Phuket’s tourism?
Phuket, the ‘Monaco of the east’, shines with its beautiful beaches, hedonistic nightlife and a culture renowned for its welcoming smiles. However, a recent surge in anti-foreign sentiment fueled by incidents like the Urs Fehr controversy and tensions with Russian tourists, raises a critical question: could this lead to a rise in nationalism and populism, and have a deep impact on Phuket’s tourism industry, the lifeblood of the island’s economy?
Patong Songkran plans revealed
Patong Songkran plans revealed
PHUKET: Patong officials held a press conference on Friday (Mar 15) to outline plans for this year’s Songkran Festival celebrations.
Dates confirmed for 2024 BISP Soccer 7s
Dates confirmed for 2024 BISP Soccer 7s
FOOTBALL: British International School, Phuket (BISP) has confirmed dates for its hugely-popular annual Soccer 7s tournament later this year.
The rise of investment fraud
The rise of investment fraud
Globally, there has been a staggering rise in investment scams in recent years, with a notable surge reported in Russia. According to The Moscow Times, during the latter half of 2022, the Russian Financial Supervisory Authority and the Central Bank identified a 300% increase in attempted investment fraud compared to the same period the previous year, reaching 965 cases.
Bang Wad pump repairs to affect water supply in Patong, Wichit
Bang Wad pump repairs to affect water supply in Patong, Wichit
PHUKET: The Phuket Waterworks authority (PWA) has announced major repairs to a pump station at the Bang Wad Reservoir in Kathu that will affect water supply to all areas in Patong and throughout Wichit this Tuesday and Wednesday (Mar 19-20).
Man stabbed with scissors in domestic dispute
Man stabbed with scissors in domestic dispute
PHUKET: A Thai man was urgently transported to Patong Hospital today (Mar 15) after being stabbed with scissors by his wife during a domestic dispute.
Anutin in Phuket: ‘Don’t let a few bad people spoil it’
Anutin in Phuket: ‘Don’t let a few bad people spoil it’
PHUKET: Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, on Bangla Rd in Patong last night (Mar 14) made his remit clear in the ongoing crackdown on foreigners caught breaking the law in Phuket: “Don’t let a few bad people spoil it.”
DSI ramps up Fehr probe
DSI ramps up Fehr probe
PHUKET: Pol Lt Col Yutthana Praedam, Acting Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), arrived in Phuket yesterday (Mar 14) to be briefed on the agency’s investigation into the elephant park operated by Swiss expat Urs Fehr and his wife, Khanuengnit, and the land that his rented luxury villa is on.
Phuket set to host Miss Grand Thailand
Phuket set to host Miss Grand Thailand
PHUKET: The Governor of Phuket Sophon Suwannarat welcomed entrants for the 2024 Miss Grand Thailand contest to the island yesterday (Mar 14).
Anutin lands in Phuket to assess state of affairs
Anutin lands in Phuket to assess state of affairs
PHUKET: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Anutin Charnvirakul landed in Phuket this afternoon (Mar 14) to inspect the state of affairs following a series of high-profile incidents that have threatened to tarnish the island’s image and reputation.
Singaporean traffic offender assaults police officer
Singaporean traffic offender assaults police officer
PHUKET: A Singaporean national has found himself in hot water after he assaulted a police officer who had issued him with a traffic violation fine for riding a motorcycle without a helmet or license.
Phukethon is back!
Phukethon is back!
RUNNING: The hugely popular Phukethon marathon and running event has been confirmed to return to Phuket shores for a fifth edition, with over 20,000 participants from 25 different countries expected to participate.
Phuket honours famed Heroines
Phuket honours famed Heroines
PHUKET: The annual Phuket Heroines Festival got underway last night (Mar 13), with Sophon Suwannarat playing the Phuket Governor’s traditional role in the historical drama re-enacting the victory led by Phuket’s famed Heroines over Burmese invaders in 1785.
Phuket Town Mayor urges residents to conserve water
Phuket Town Mayor urges residents to conserve water
PHUKET: Phuket Town Mayor Saroj Angkanapilas has assured that Phuket City Municipality has enough water supply to see residents through the rest of the dry season, but has urged residents to conserve water use where they can.
Tourist Police, Immigration big guns visit Phuket
Tourist Police, Immigration big guns visit Phuket
PHUKET: Pol Lt Gen Saksira Phueakum, national commander of the Tourist Police, and Pol Maj Gen Manat Sriwongsa, Deputy Commander of the Immigration Bureau, were in Phuket yesterday (Mar 13) to support bolstering safety and convenience for tourists visiting Phuket.
Nui Beach occupier given 45 days to remove illegal structures
Nui Beach occupier given 45 days to remove illegal structures
PHUKET: The illegal occupier of Nui Beach will be given no more than 45 days to remove structures built on the land, authorities have confirmed.
Patong nightlife chief defends businesses refusing to serve Thais
Patong nightlife chief defends businesses refusing to serve Thais
PHUKET: Weerawit Kreuasombat, President of the Patong Entertainment Business Association (PEBA), has defended businesses in Phuket’s busiest tourism town against accusations online that some local businesses have refused to serve Thai people.
Heroines Festival ceremonies begin
Heroines Festival ceremonies begin
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat led a ceremony at Wat Muang Komaraphat in Tambon Thepkrasattri, Thalang, late yesterday (Mar 12) to honour Phuket’s famed Heroines, Thao Thep Kasattri and Thao Sri Soonthorn, for leading the defence of the island from Burmese marauders in 1785.
Nui Beach under investigation, again
Nui Beach under investigation, again
PHUKET: Bannaruk Sermthong, Deputy Director-General of the Royal Forest Department, led a contingent of more than 100 officers to inspect the tourist business set up at Nui Beach today (Mar 12).
Popular Phuket fishing competition wraps up
Popular Phuket fishing competition wraps up
FISHING: The 15th annual Phuket Provincial Fishing Sports Competition wrapped up on Sunday (Mar 10) in Saphan Hin after three days of competitive fishing action.