Thai-Australian Operation Dismantles International Fraud Network
Thirteen foreign nationals were arrested on June 16, 2025, in a joint Thai-Australian operation targeting an international fraud syndicate accused of orchestrating large-scale investment scams defrauding Australian citizens of...
Thailand to Grade Contractors with New Report Card System
Starting in August 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Transport will introduce a formal contractor grading system designed to improve oversight and ensure accountability in public infrastructure projects. The new “contractor...
Thailand set to host F1 races from 2028
Thailand is preparing to host Formula 1 races starting in 2028, following cabinet approval on June 17, 2025, to pursue a five-year agreement pending authorization from Formula One’s governing...
Minimum Wage in Bangkok Set at B400 from July 1
A nationwide wage adjustment will take effect on July 1, raising the minimum daily wage to 400 baht for all workers in Bangkok and many employed in Thailand’s tourism...
South Korean man arrested after armed standoff in Pattaya
On the evening of 16 June 2025, police in Pattaya arrested a 27-year-old South Korean national following a tense standoff and pursuit, after he allegedly detained his ex-girlfriend at...
Thailand Launches Campaign to Promote Local Products Abroad
Thailand has launched a new campaign titled From Local to Global aimed at expanding the reach of locally made Thai products into international markets. The initiative, unveiled on 17...
