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'Buy property, get visa' plan upsets Phuket tourism operators
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/02/2026
» Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth 3 million baht to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract "non‑quality" visitors as well as risking an increase in property prices.
Phuket up in arms on long‑stay visa
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/02/2026
» Phuket tourism operators oppose the government's policy allowing foreigners who buy real estate worth 3 million baht to qualify for a long‑stay visa, arguing the investment threshold is too low and could attract "non‑quality" visitors who may engage in illegal activities, as well as risking an increase in property prices, making housing less affordable for local residents.
New project to help riders switch to EVs
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has partnered with the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) on a project to support motorcycle taxi riders in switching to electric vehicles.
EC reaffirms vote secrecy amid barcode worries
Online Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» The Election Commission on Sunday reaffirmed that the Feb 8 general election was run in strict compliance with the principle of “direct and secret voting”.
Nida poll: Voters satisfied with EC but doubt its ability to punish fraud
Online Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» Most Thai voters are at least somewhat satisfied with how the Election Commission (EC) managed the Feb 8 general election, yet a majority of those who suspect irregularities do not believe the agency can punish election cheats, according to a survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida).
Bone marrow transplants offered free under SSO
Post Reporters, Published on 15/02/2026
» Social security subscribers diagnosed with cancer who require stem cell or bone marrow transplants can now access treatment free of charge, says Labour Minister Treenuch Thienthong.
Google to roll out Android 17 Beta 1 for Pixel testers
Puriward Sinthopnumchai, Published on 14/02/2026
» Google has confirmed that it will soon release Android 17 Beta 1 to Google Pixel devices, marking the first public testing phase of its next-generation mobile operating system, reportedly codenamed “Cinnamon Bun”.
Ballot barcodes don’t breach secrecy, says poll body
Online Reporters, Published on 13/02/2026
» The Election Commission (EC) has defended the use of barcodes and QR codes on ballot papers, saying the features are lawful security measures used to combat forgery, manage ballot stocks and prevent mismatches between voter numbers and ballots used.
Anutin rejects election fraud claims
Post Reporters, Published on 12/02/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has dismissed allegations of election fraud, insisting that any decision on a nationwide recount lies solely with the Election Commission (EC), which remains well within its legal timeframe to certify the results.
‘Warning before fine’ policy in effect until March 31
Online Reporters, Published on 11/02/2026
» The Royal Thai Police have reaffirmed that the “warning before fine” policy remains in effect until March 31, as part of a public relations campaign to encourage road users to respect traffic laws and promote safer driving habits.