May 18, 2025

Pichai Discusses with ASEAN Trade Ministers to Cope with Global Economic Challenges

Jeju: Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, Minister of Commerce, revealed that on May 15, he attended the ASEAN Ministerial Caucus, which was held in conjunction with the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) meeting in Jeju, Republic of Korea, together with economic ministers from ASEAN member countries in APEC, such as Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Brunei, to discuss the

Pichai Proposes 10-Year Tourist Visa and 99-Year Land Lease to Boost Economy

Bangkok: Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is set to propose a series of economic recovery measures to the Economic Stimulus Policy Committee, chaired by the Prime Minister, with a focus on bolstering the tourism sector and enhancing investment opportunities in Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai’s proposal includes the introduction of a 10-year tourist visa and a 99-year land lease

Thailand Faces Shrinking Foreign Tourist Market Amid Global Challenges

Bangkok: Kasikorn Research Center anticipates a downturn in Thailand’s foreign tourist market this year, projecting a 2.8% contraction by 2025 with an expected 34.5 million visitors, a first in three years. According to Thai News Agency, Kasikorn Research Center highlights several negative influences impacting Thailand’s foreign tourism. Between January 1 and May 11, 2025, the country saw 12.9 million foreign

Police Investigate Embezzlement Linked to Wat Rai Khing Bank Accounts

Sam Phran: Police are urgently investigating more than 20 bank accounts of Wat Rai Khing to find links to the embezzlement of money by the former abbot. Initial findings show that there are another 7 accounts used to accuse of wrongdoing. Officers are urgently investigating and questioning witnesses to gather evidence to prosecute all those involved. According to Thai News

Brave Woman Reclaims Stolen Car After Year-Long Search

Bangkok: A courageous woman took matters into her own hands when she jumped off a motorcycle taxi and pursued her own vehicle on foot after a year-long search. Her car, which had been missing for over a year, was discovered being used by her close friend’s boyfriend as collateral with a creditor. According to Thai News Agency, the incident gained

Housekeeper Arrested as Company Director for Tax Evasion Exceeding 180 Million Baht

Chonburi: Central Investigation Bureau police have arrested a housekeeper, who also serves as a director of a shipping company, for tax evasion involving over 180 million baht. Similar incidents have been uncovered in two other companies, leading to total state losses exceeding 430 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, the Central Investigation Bureau, spearheaded by the Economic Crime Suppression

Cyber Police Probe Financial Trail of Former Abbot Linked to Gambling Websites

Bangkok: Cyber police are set to delve into the financial activities of the former abbot of Wat Rai Khing, exploring connections to online gambling websites to ascertain his level of involvement. Authorities suspect that the abbot’s involvement may extend beyond that of a mere participant. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwpaen, Commander of the Technology Crime

Former Abbot of Rai Khing Temple Faces Stressful First Night in Prison, Skips Dinner

Bangkok: Former abbot of Wat Rai Khing faces stress during his first night in prison, choosing not to eat dinner, while ‘Premchai’ undergoes quarantine in the prison’s medical ward. According to Thai News Agency, investigators have detained three suspects involved in the embezzlement case of Wat Rai Khing. The individuals include Mr. Yaem Inthrakrungkao, also known as former Phra Thammawachiranuwat