Thailand and US open regional demining center in Ratchaburi
The Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC), in cooperation with the United States Department of Defense, inaugurated its new Center of Excellence on Humanitarian Demining Missions on Tuesday, May 28,...
Pattaya Moves Up in Southeast Asia Safety Index
Pattaya has been ranked among the top 10 safest cities in Southeast Asia, according to the latest Safety Index from Numbeo, published in May 2025. The city’s administration attributes...
Bangkok Cabbie Sparks Outrage After Ignoring Passenger’s Route Request, Forcing Toll Payment
A Bangkok woman’s frustrating ride-hailing experience has ignited debate over passenger rights and taxi driver accountability after she was forced to pay a toll despite explicitly instructing the driver...
Thai House Passes First Reading of Cyber Crime and Digital Asset Bills
On May 28, 2025, Thailand’s House of Representatives unanimously approved the first reading of two significant draft laws aimed at tackling cybercrime and tightening regulation of digital assets. The...
Bangkok Bank tightens rules for foreign account holders
Bangkok Bank has introduced more stringent requirements for foreign nationals opening new accounts in Thailand, a move initiated earlier this year to support national efforts to curb financial fraud...
CPN to Launch Nine Property Projects Worth B16bn
Central Pattana (CPN), a property arm of the Central Group and listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, has announced plans to launch nine new residential projects worth 16...
