• OPINION

  Uighurs' plight a lesson for govt

  News, Editorial, Published on 09/04/2023

  » The case of 63 members of the Shenzhen Holy Reformed Church who were arrested for overstaying visas in Pattaya last week brings back memories of the notorious repatriation of another group of Uighur refugees back to China in 2014.

• OPINION

  A Songkran downer

  News, Editorial, Published on 15/04/2024

  » Songkran festivities across Thailand continue to draw in both local and foreign tourists, all eager to partake in the joyful water-splashing celebration.

• OPINION

  Deeds fair and foul

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 23/03/2024

  » The decision to visit Phuket this week by the Lower House's committee on business development is timely as the issue of fierce competition brought on by illegal foreign businesses in tourist towns is grabbing headlines.

• OPINION

  Wild animals are not pets

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 27/01/2024

  » The report about a wealthy foreigner driving along a crowded street in Pattaya this week with a lion cub in the back of his Bentley convertible is not just another gaudy display of excessive richness.

• OPINION

  Fond memories ruined by queues

  Editorial, Published on 31/12/2023

  » With the New Year set to begin tomorrow, the peak travel season is in full swing, with this year being reminiscent of pre-pandemic times. In the first 11 months of 2023, Thailand welcomed 24.5 million visitors, with Bangkok ranking as the most visited city on the planet (Pattaya and Phuket rounded out the top 20 list). That trend is continuing as cold weather grips many parts of the world and people jet off to the kingdom to enjoy the final days of the year or start the new one with a much-needed holiday.

• OPINION

  Police must inspire trust

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 15/11/2023

  » The idea of inviting Chinese police to conduct joint patrols with Thai officers at some popular tourist attractions has raised eyebrows.

• OPINION

  Keep canals clear of racers

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 31/10/2023

  » Accidents caused by daredevils and reckless drivers not only take place on the roads. As water sports become more popular in communities along rivers and canals, these reckless drivers pose an added danger.

• OPINION

  Restore trust in justice

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/09/2023

  » Politicians and wealthy suspects running away from the arms of the law are not new in Thailand. Too many times, Thais have seen the odious twisting of the legal system where suspected culprits have managed to avoid the courtroom.

• OPINION

  Pricey AI traffic control

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 07/07/2023

  » People might be divided about artificial intelligence. But the use of AI cams and warning systems at zebra crossings in Bangkok has already won the hearts of pedestrians. The problem is the price of the associated technology should have been cheaper.

• OPINION

  Change tack with junta

  Oped, Editorial, Published on 20/06/2023

  » Confidential Myanmar peace talks the Thai government held in Pattaya yesterday ended with unwanted consequences. Unlike previous clandestine meetings held by the Thai government, the latest effort courted negative press. Before the meeting started, meeting details were leaked to the foreign press. Some Asean members declined to attend in a clear indication of their disapproval, while others sent junior officials.

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