Thailand’s cabinet has approved a $1.2 billion plan to host a Formula 1 street race in Bangkok starting in 2028, aiming to boost tourism and put the capital on the global motorsport map with an annual event running through 2032.
Thailand has closed two tourist border crossings with Cambodia following a military skirmish that raised tensions between the two neighbors.
Tensions are rising along the Thailand–Cambodia border as both nations reinforce their military presence following a deadly skirmish and failed de-escalation talks.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said Saturday that the border conflict with Thailand “must be resolved with patience and through legal and diplomatic channels.”
Vietnam and Thailand have officially upgraded their ties to a strategic partnership, marking a significant step forward in regional diplomacy.
Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign travellers to Thailand, regardless of visa status or length of stay, must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before being allowed entry into the country.
Two separate attacks in Thailand's Narathiwat province over the weekend left at least 16 people injured. A motorcycle bomb targeted police housing, while gunmen attacked Thai Buddhists at dinner. Security has been tightened as investigations continue.
Aid groups in Myanmar’s worst-hit areas urgently need shelter, food, and water after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed over 2,700 people. Rescue efforts face challenges due to ongoing civil war, damaged infrastructure, and restricted aid access, with the toll expected to rise.
A strong earthquake that recently hit Thailand is expected to have only a temporary effect on the country’s economy, with the government maintaining its growth forecast of 3% for the year, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said on Tuesday.
Paetongtarn Shinawatra remains in power after defeating a no-confidence vote in parliament, despite opposition claims of nepotism and mismanagement. She denied accusations of securing preferential treatment for her father, former premier Thaksin Shinawatra.
At least five people were killed and 27 injured when a concrete beam from an under-construction expressway bridge collapsed on Rama 2 Road in Thailand. Authorities are searching for missing individuals as investigations into the cause continue.
In a significant policy shift aimed at broadening participation in its emerging gaming industry, Thailand has scrapped plans to limit casino access only to citizens with fixed deposits of at least 50 million baht (roughly $1.5 million).
ByteDance’s TikTok announced a major investment plan during an event in Bangkok on Friday, revealing that the popular social media platform will invest $8.8 billion in data centres across Thailand over the next five years.
A devastating bus crash in Thailand early Wednesday morning has left 17 government workers dead and 40 others injured after the vehicle lost control on a steep downhill curve in Prachinburi province.
Mae Sot, Thailand, February 20, 2025 – A group of 50 Chinese nationals, extricated from scam centres in Myanmar, crossed into Thailand on Thursday and boarded a flight home as part of a multinational effort to repatriate approximately 600 Chinese victims.
Millions of people across East and Southeast Asia are starting celebrations for Lunar New Year.
Thailand's high-speed rail link to China, part of a broader Belt and Road initiative, is set to begin in 2030, enhancing regional connectivity and logistics.
On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, survivors and families across Southeast and South Asia gathered to honour the 230,000 victims. Memorials were held in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand, where emotional tributes and prayers were offered.
A car crashed into a school gate in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, killing two people and injuring at least 10 others, including children, parents, and a food vendor. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was found to be heavily intoxicated at the time of the incident.
Two rare golden tigers have become the stars of the Chiang Mai Night Safari, captivating visitors with their striking appearance and playful performances. The duo, known for their kitten-like features, have drawn large crowds, boosting ticket sales and becoming a social media sensation.
Severe floods in southern Thailand and northern Malaysia have claimed at least 12 lives and displaced tens of thousands, with heavy rain and flash floods continuing to wreak havoc, authorities warn.
Thailand's economy improved in October, with exports rising 14.2% and a trade surplus of $1.4 billion. Private consumption and tourism also contributed to growth, though challenges remain for some sectors, according to the Bank of Thailand.
Thailand’s Constitutional Court has rejected a bid to bar former PM Thaksin Shinawatra from influencing the ruling Pheu Thai party. Thaksin, father of PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, denies any involvement since returning in 2023 after 15 years of self-imposed exile.
Thailand embassies and consulates general in 39 countries now offer electronic visa (e-Visa) issuance
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