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Decriminalising sex work needs clarity
Oped, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2026
» The world's oldest profession has always been a taboo subject in Thai society, even in our politics so it was encouraging to see at least five political parties -- the Pheu Thai Party, the People's Party, the Movement Party, the Thai Sang Thai Party, and the Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Myanmar poll branded a sham
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 21/01/2026
» Four years after Myanmar's 2021 military coup, the junta's long‑promised general election has arrived not as a democratic renewal but as a source of anger, fear and rejection among many citizens, including those living abroad.
Govt asks US to clarify visa suspension
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/01/2026
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally asked the United States to clarify its decision to suspend the processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including Thailand.
Education Fair marks 60 years of strong ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/09/2025
» Singapore is keen on further strengthening education cooperation with Thailand, as the two nations celebrate six decades of close partnership.
No US visa blow for Thai students
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/06/2025
» None of the US visa interviews for Thai students have been affected by the recent halt to foreign student visas, according to the United States Embassy in Thailand.
Shared faith key to boost Jakarta ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/05/2025
» YOGYAKARTA: Indonesia is seeking to strengthen bilateral ties with Thailand through cooperation in sustainable tourism and their shared Buddhist heritage, as the two nations look to spiritual and cultural diplomacy to uplift local communities and protect sacred sites.
Envoys mark 75 years of Thai-Indonesian relations
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/05/2025
» As Thailand and Indonesia mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, diplomats say Myanmar and transnational crimes are the top agendas for both countries to work together towards a shared goal of regional peace and stability.
‘No decision yet’ on cutting Thai visa-free period
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 21/03/2025
» A decision has yet to be made on whether to reduce the visa-free period for foreign tourists in Thailand from 60 days to 30 days, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Surge in unruly Israeli tourists causes alarm in northern Thailand's Pai
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 17/02/2025
» The increasing number of Israeli tourists in Mae Hong Son's Pai district is causing concern among local residents, especially in light of a string of recent incidents involving Israeli nationals in the past couple of weeks.
Emergency preparedness 'key' to disaster survival
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/12/2024
» Ever since the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami completely levelled Rajaprajanugroh 35 School in Phangnga's Takua Pa district, students and teachers at the school have been preparing themselves for future disasters.