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Thai government seeks safe passage in Hormuz
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 09/04/2026
» Thailand has welcomed the two-week US–Iran ceasefire while expressing hope Iran and Oman will enable the passage of nine Thai vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said.
MFA proposes slashing visa-free tourist period in half
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/03/2026
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has proposed reducing the visa-free tourist period from 60 days to 30 days, citing national security concerns.
Navy readies sea evacuation plan for Thais
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/03/2026
» The Royal Thai Navy has prepared a “Plan B” to evacuate Thai nationals from the Middle East by sea should airspace closures halt flights amid escalating regional tensions.
Iran says US-Israeli attack breaches international law
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/03/2026
» Iran's ambassador to Thailand has condemned what he described as US-Israeli aggression against his country, calling it a grave breach of international law.
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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
UN ups online scam fight
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 15/12/2025
» The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and its partners have launched a regional campaign to combat online scam operations.
Command centre set up to help Hat Yai tourists
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/11/2025
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has set up a special command centre to assist tourists affected by severe flooding in Hat Yai district of Songkhla, including about 4,200 Malaysians stranded by the inundation.
New foreign minister vows to put Thailand back on the global stage
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/10/2025
» Thailand's new foreign affairs minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, said on Thursday that Thailand will be back on the "global radar" while he serves in office.
India urges more Asean visitors to explore its shores
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/08/2025
» India is stepping up efforts to deepen relations with Asean through tourism, urging more travellers from the region to visit the country as part of its wider strategy to foster economic and cultural links.
PM gives Thai envoys policy pep talk
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/06/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has called on Thai ambassadors and consuls-general worldwide to adopt a proactive diplomatic strategy to boost the country's economy, navigate global power shifts, and maintain peace in the region.