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Thailand reviewing visa-free stays as local complaints pile up
Post Reporters, Published on 18/02/2026
» Thailand’s caretaker government is considering a reduction of the 60‑day visa‑free stay period, following numerous complaints that foreigners have been exploiting the system to engage in illegal activities or exploit local residents, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
BMA opens car park for public use
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/02/2026
» Visitors can now park their cars at Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) public parking lot under Lan Khon Muang (City Square) outside City Hall's operating hours, says Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt.
Outlook remains cloudy for 2026
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026
» With Thailand's economy in 2026 projected to grow modestly at around 1.5%, several business sectors have begun preparing for potential headwinds -- some persisting from last year and others emerging as new risks, particularly with a planned general election in February.
Thai Immigration Bureau rebuffs viral complaints
News, Post Reporters, Published on 02/01/2026
» The Immigration Bureau (IB) has dismissed viral complaints about crippling queues at Suvarnabhumi airport, saying officers clear passengers within 30 minutes, even during peak holiday traffic.
China–Thailand QR payments made seamless for travellers
Post Reporters, Published on 02/12/2025
» Chinese tourists visiting Thailand can now enjoy easier payments, thanks to expanded, interoperable quick response (QR) code services enabled by deepening cross-border collaboration between the two countries. The initiative is powered by UnionPay’s global payment capabilities and QR infrastructure from UnionPay International (UPI).
Financial aid for flood victims, public utility restoration begin in Hat Yai
Post Reporters, Published on 01/12/2025
» The government has begun transferring financial aid to flood victims and restoring public utilities in flood-devastated Hat Yai district of Songkhla.
Korean actress helps severely ill Thai student return home
Post Reporters, Published on 16/11/2025
» A Thai student who fell into a coma while studying in South Korea has been safely brought back to Thailand, with support from Korean actress Lee Young Ae, the Immigration Bureau (IB) said.
Thai immigration steps up visa run scrutiny
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/11/2025
» The Immigration Bureau has intensified visa screening to deal with foreign criminals as part of a nationwide campaign against cybercrime, said the bureau’s spokesman, Pol Maj Cheongron Rimpadee.
Thailand back on world's radar: PM
Post Reporters, Published on 02/11/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul claims Thailand is now back on the world's radar as a result of the government's successful participation in the 47th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur and the 32nd Apec Summit in Gyeongju.
Thailand secures MotoGP rights deal through 2031
Post Reporters, Published on 01/11/2025
» The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) has confirmed a five-year extension with Dorna Sports to host the MotoGP World Championship until 2031.