Europe-to-Thailand Drug Pipeline Exposed in 4 Vietnamese Arrests

BANGKOK — Thai authorities have exposed an international drug trafficking pipeline stretching from Europe to Thailand, arresting four Vietnamese nationals who were operating a sophisticated manufacturing operation in Bangkok. The network smuggled ketamine …

Want to poop in public? Japan offers transparent pods; Thailand’s mirror urinals raise a stink and scandal

At first, it’s hard to fathom how a public restroom with transparent walls could possibly help ease toilet anxiety, but that’s exactly what one of Japan’s most innovative architects set out to achieve. Public toilets have a bad reputation worldwide. Even …

Netflix Pours Billions Into Thailand to Create New Asian Content Hub

  Netflix is making a major strategic move, investing over $200 million (approximately 6.5 billion baht) in Thailand over the past four years to establish the country as its new content hub in Asia.   This substantial commitment reflects a concerted effort …

Thailand Offers Free Domestic Flights for Foreign Tourists

If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Thailand, then now is the perfect time to plan your adventure! That’s because the Tourism and Sports Ministry of Thailand has just introduced an exciting initiative to attract international travellers. Specifically, it …

China Reaffirms Support for Peace Along Cambodia–Thailand Border

AKP Phnom Penh, August 21, 2025 -- Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia H.E. Wang Wenbin reaffirmed today that China stands ready to work closely with Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, and other ASEAN member states to help restore peace and stability along the …

General : Australian Deputy PM Lauds Malaysia's Mediation In Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Richard Marles has expressed his appreciation to Malaysia for its leadership as Chair of ASEAN and in mediating a ceasefire to end the conflict along the border …

Krungsri, MUFG View Thailand a Key Growth Market, with Opportunity for Industry Reforming

Amid intensifying global and domestic challenges, Krungsri is reaffirming its commitment to advancing Thailand’s economy by deepening strategic partnerships with MUFG, clients, and partners through its three-pronged strategies for long-term success. …

Thousands March in Phnom Penh in Show of Support Amid Thailand Border Tensions

Public debt approaches legal limit, Thailand faces fiscal risks

Bangkok (VNA) - Thailand is confronting mounting financial risks amid weakening national debt repayment capacity, according to a recent report by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC). The report shows that the ratio of interest …

US tariffs: Thailand GDP growth most impacted by increased effective tariff rate among Asean-5

[SINGAPORE] The effective tariff rate on Asean-5 and India exports to the United States has risen sharply, with Thailand most affected, said an OCBC report on Tuesday (Aug 19). The impact on gross domestic product (GDP) will still be felt despite …