BANGKOK – The Thai government is introducing new measures to tighten controls on nominee arrangements, aiming to prevent foreigners from using Thai nationals as proxies to operate businesses, with the stricter rules set to take effect on April 1, the Bangkok Post reported. More Than 230 Arrested in Phuket Nominee Crackdown Deputy government spokeswoman Lalida […]
PHUKET – Provincial authorities have ramped up enforcement operations targeting criminal networks, illegal businesses, and grey-market activities in a bid to strengthen public safety and restore confidence in Phuket as a secure tourism destination. The coordinated crackdown is being led by Governor Nirat Phongsitthavorn and involves provincial police, immigration, and other relevant agencies. Police Raid […]
PHUKET – Phuket Immigration officers have conducted a series of raids in the Patong area, resulting in the arrest of four foreigners for operating businesses in violation of the Foreign Business Act. The operation targeted five establishments, including a motorcycle rental shop, a travel agency, a barber shop, and several restaurants, following complaints from local […]
Thai police have launched a reinforced campaign against illegal activities by foreigners on the popular islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. The initiative, targeting offenses ranging from nominee businesses to unauthorized work, was underscored by Deputy National Police Chief Pol Gen Samran Nuanma, who emphasized the government’s commitment to safeguarding Thai citizens and upholding […]
KOH PHANGAN – A coordinated enforcement operation led by Surat Thani Immigration police resulted in the arrest of eight foreign nationals for illegally operating hotels and businesses on this popular island. The October 15 raid targeted three separate establishments run by foreigners without proper licenses or in violation of business registration requirements. Lebanese National Re-Arrested […]
SURAT THANI – Local authorities and tourism operators on Koh Phangan are expressing growing concern over the conduct of some Israeli visitors and the proliferation of foreign-run businesses on the island. The situation has drawn comparisons to earlier tensions in the northern tourist town of Pai, prompting calls for intervention to prevent escalation. Thai Police […]
BANGKOK — Thailand’s top business alliance has urged the government to eliminate import taxes on most US-made goods in a strategic move to persuade the Trump administration to reconsider its steep 36% tariff on Thai exports. The proposal, aimed at easing trade tensions, was presented during a high-level meeting with Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira on […]
The Thai cabinet has agreed in principle to amend the Foreign Business Act to reduce the number of restrictive regulations and make the country more investor-friendly. Sole foreigners barred from running business The Law Reform Commission had urged updating the 25-year-old law, which it argued was overly protective of Thai business operators and no longer […]
