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New chopper pad for Koh Chang
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 30/03/2026
» A new helicopter pad for emergency patient transport has opened on Koh Chang in Trat, boosting the island's medical readiness and enhancing tourist safety.
Sports tourism pitch for Koh Chang
Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 17/03/2026
» Trat province is preparing to host an international adventure race and a new seafood festival to strengthen its tourism economy and promote Koh Chang as a global sports tourism destination.
Thai forces press on at Hill 350
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 20/12/2025
» Thailand has intensified operations around Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai in Surin, the fiercest flashpoint in the border clashes with Cambodia.
Thai marines repel Cambodian forces' attempt to retake Trat border area
Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 19/12/2025
» TRAT - Gunfire erupted once again along the Thai-Cambodian border early Friday as Cambodian forces attempted to reclaim the so-called Ban Sam Lang (three houses) area, prompting Thai marines to respond with artillery and mortar fire, forcing the intruders to retreat in disarray.
Foreign arrivals on the rebound
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 02/12/2025
» Tourism in Trat province has entered its high season, with foreign arrivals showing a clear rebound since late October, says Wichit Sukasuyanont, president of the Trat Tourism Business Association.
Tour boat damaged in rough seas off Trat
Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 20/11/2025
» A tour boat returning from Koh Kut sustained a cracked hull after being struck by strong waves off the coast of Trat province on Thursday morning. All 92 passengers were reported safe with no serious injuries.
Trat veteran begins 345km walk to Bangkok in tribute to Queen Mother
Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 07/11/2025
» TRAT — A 60-year-old former soldier from Trat province has set out on a 345-kilometre walk to Bangkok to pay tribute to the late Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. He expects to complete the journey in five days.
Trat airport to be developed as eastern aviation hub
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 01/09/2025
» Bangkok Airways plans to upgrade Trat airport and make it the aviation centre of the East, boosting provincial economic and tourism growth.
Cambodia row hits seaside market
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 18/07/2025
» More than three weeks into the implementation of strict border control measures, Had Lek town's once-bustling seaside market has been reduced to a ghost town, with only one shop left open among dozens that previously lined the coastal strip.
Trat buoyed by tourist traffic as Songkran nears
News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 26/03/2025
» Trat province, including the popular resort island Koh Chang, is expecting high occupancy rates at its hotels and other tourist accommodations during the upcoming Water Festival.