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Phuket set for bumper Chinese New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 04/02/2026
» Phuket: Chinese New Year celebrations in the island province are expected to be particularly vibrant this year.
Phuket leaders tout 'Smart Pier' benefits to boost safety
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/01/2026
» Phuket's "Smart Pier" registration system for boat passengers marks a major step towards improving maritime safety and management standards, says governor Nirat Phongsitthithawon, who launched it.
Locals' deaths renew old waste crisis concerns
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 15/12/2025
» Phuket vows to tackle a growing waste crisis after residents near a landfill and incinerator warned of serious health and environmental impacts.
Phuket shifts to targeting 'quality' tourists
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/12/2025
» Phuket is looking to strengthen its standing as a high-quality destination, with projected tourist revenue expected to surpass 500 billion baht this year, says Thanet Tantipiriyakit, president of the Phuket Tourist Association.
Hurdles remain for sustainable tourism in Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 26/11/2025
» Phuket aims to become a sustainable tourism city, but there is still room for improvement in terms of tax, infrastructure, waste management and traffic, according to Bhummikitti Ruktaengam, president of the Sustainable Tourism Development Foundation.
Phuket targets dodgy cabs
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/11/2025
» Fake taxi registrations are a growing problem on ride-hailing applications, putting Phuket's tourism reputation at risk, says its provincial administration.
Whiffy Phuket urges cannabis crackdown
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 19/10/2025
» Phuket is calling for stricter cannabis regulations following a surge in incidents involving foreign tourists whose erratic behaviour has tarnished its tourism image.
Phuket eyes big data for unified planning
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/10/2025
» Phuket: Big data and strategically unified communication teams are preparing to drive inclusive development in Phuket, says governor Saransak Srikruanet.
Phuket's image 'marred by rampant cannabis use'
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 19/09/2025
» People's Party (PP) MP Chalermpong Saengdee has called on the newly formed government to urgently address the widespread use of cannabis in Phuket, warning the province's image as a world-class tourist destination is at risk, especially ahead of the high season.
Phuket forges ahead with AI City plan
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/09/2025
» Phuket’s AI City project is gaining momentum as various aspects of public services will be automated using artificial intelligence.