Thailand Considers Increasing Proposed Tourist Entry Fee

BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand is considering raising its long-planned foreign tourist entry fee above the initially proposed 300 baht, citing inflation, increasing insurance costs, and the need to extend medical coverage at private hospitals, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul. Thailand Ends 60-day Visa-free Scheme For 93 Countries The tourism tax, first proposed […]

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Thailand’s Foreign Ministry to Propose Halving 60-Day Visa-Free Stay to Curb Abuses

BANGKOK – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed it will propose reducing the visa-free stay for foreign tourists in Thailand from 60 days to 30 days, a move aimed at curbing abuses and mitigating potential security threats linked to the current policy. Visa-Free Entry Sparks Security Worries in Thailand Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow […]

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Thailand’s Current Oil Reserves Will Last 61 Days, Energy Ministry Confirms

BANGKOK — Thailand currently holds oil reserves sufficient to meet domestic demand for 61 days, according to an announcement from the Energy Ministry on Sunday, as officials closely monitor the escalating conflict in the Middle East and its potential impact on global energy supplies, Thai PBS reported. Thai PM Anutin Orders Evacuation Flights for Thais […]

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NACC Clears Former PM Paetongtarn in Ethics Probe Over Minister Appointment

BANGKOK – In a significant ruling, the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has dismissed a petition seeking an ethical violation investigation against former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The case pertained to the appointment of Phichit Chuenban, a former lawyer for the Shinawatra family, as a political official. Former PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra resigns as Pheu Thai Party […]

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Deputy Finance Minister Vorapak Resigns Following Accusations of Ties to Scam Networks

BANGKOK – Deputy Finance Minister Vorapak Tanyawong has announced his resignation from office amid allegations linking him to transnational scam operations based in Cambodia. The resignation follows reports from foreign media outlets which identified him as one of seven Thai politicians allegedly involved with the criminal networks. International Scam Gangs Reportedly Relocating from Cambodia to […]

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Thailand’s New Tourism Minister Vows to Enforce Long-Delayed 300-Baht Tourist Tax

BANGKOK — Thailand’s newly appointed Tourism and Sports Minister, Artthakorn Sirilatthayakorn, has pledged to finally implement a long-stalled 300-baht tourism tax within his first four months in office. The minister has directed officials to clearly communicate the benefits of the levy to international visitors, emphasizing that the funds will be used to provide them with […]

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