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Illegal mining linked to downstream pollution
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/08/2025
» Unregulated mining in rebel-held areas of Myanmar has emerged as a growing concern for Thailand and other neighbouring countries, prompting urgent calls for a coordinated practice of "water diplomacy" to mitigate the environmental impact on millions of downstream residents.
China's 'durian diplomacy' expands with Cambodia's first direct air shipments of fruit
Published on 15/08/2025
» The first Cambodian durians arrived in China's central province of Henan by air over the weekend, marking the official launch of a direct air corridor for fresh fruit between the two nations.
China toughens import rules on Vietnamese durians after detecting health risk
Published on 04/08/2025
» Chinese authorities have tightened oversight of imported Vietnamese durians this year after finding "excessive levels" of two potentially harmful substances in the popular, high-value fruit.
Health Dept rejects child arsenic level allegations
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 10/07/2025
» The Department of Health has rejected claims that two children living near the Kok River in Chiang Mai were found with excessive levels of arsenic in their bodies, following growing concerns over heavy metal contamination linked to mining activities in Myanmar.
Thai Durian Future Hinges on Safety and Quality
Published on 30/06/2025
» As global demand for Thai durian continues to evolve, industry leaders are calling for a renewed focus on safety and quality to sustain the fruit’s international reputation — particularly in China, the sector’s largest and most dynamic market. Speaking at the Asia Fruit Logistica Bangkok Meet Up, a regional gathering of fresh produce professionals, Mr Natakrit Eamskul, Chief Executive Officer of Platinum Fruits Public Company Limited (PTF), highlighted current export challenges and emphasised the importance of premium standards in securing long-term growth.
‘Unsafe’ heavy metal levels in northern Thai rivers
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/06/2025
» The Pollution Control Department has confirmed unsafe levels of arsenic and other heavy metals in the Kok, Sai and Mekong rivers in northern Thailand, with the contamination traced to upstream mining operations across the border in Shan State of Myanmar.
Thai officials say seized electronic waste came from US
Published on 17/05/2025
» Thai officials say that 238 tonnes of illegally imported electronic waste seized earlier this week at Bangkok Port in Klong Toey came from the United States.
10 labs check food exports to China
Post Reporters, Published on 16/04/2025
» China has certified 10 laboratories in Thailand to check for Basic Yellow 2 (BY2) dye in fruit exported to China.
Durian exports to China face hurdle
Post Reporters, Published on 08/04/2025
» Durian farmers and exporters from the eastern fruit hub of Chanthaburi and Trat provinces on Tuesday urged the government to solve issues arising from China's rejection of Thai durian export laboratory results.
Durian inspection hours to rise at Chinese border
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/04/2025
» Chinese customs officials have confirmed the extension of operating hours and enhanced resources for durian inspections at checkpoints.