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Tourists 'must be insured' before entering
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Jutamas Tadthiemrom and Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 06/04/2026
» Thailand is pushing for regulations that would require international tourists to obtain accident insurance before entering the country, as rising unpaid medical bills and accident risks place a mounting strain on public healthcare.
Officials hash out ways to curb clashes with macaques
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 27/03/2026
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has joined forces with the Prime Minister's Office and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) to discuss ways to handle the encounters between crab-eating macaques in Bang Khunthian district and local residents.
Traffic crackdown to start as warning phase finishes
News, Post Reporters, Published on 27/03/2026
» March 31 will be the final day of the "warning-before-fines" period for traffic offences, with full legal enforcement set to begin on April 1, the government said.
Two drivers, many pigs killed in multi-truck crash
Surachai Piragsa, Published on 10/03/2026
» BURI RAM - The drivers of two trucks died and many pigs were killed or injured in a saries of rear-end collisions at a red light in Nong Ki district on Monday night.
Govt warns of increasing drowning risks as summer nears
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/03/2026
» The government has warned of rising drowning risks during the summer months after data showed nearly 1,000 people die each year.
Breath test refusal equals drink-driving
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/02/2026
» Police have warned that a refusal to take a breathalyser test will be treated as equivalent to drink-driving.
Crane crash investigations given 45-day timeframe
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Transport Ministry has ordered two fact-finding committees to complete investigations into recent crane accidents within 45 days, stressing that conclusions must be based on evidence and engineering principles to restore public confidence.
Harnessing data to boost road safety
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» Inspired by Japan's long-term success in reducing road fatalities, Thailand is entering a critical period of learning and reform in road safety, a message underscored at the 3rd Thailand Road Traffic Safety Forum.
Safety measures ramped up before Chinese New Year
News, Anucha Charoenpo, Published on 16/02/2026
» The government has instructed local authorities across the country to ramp up safety measures ahead of the Lunar New Year festival, with a focus on preventing fires, reducing traffic accidents and curbing air pollution.
Chinese make beeline for Phuket to mark New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 13/02/2026
» Phuket's tourism sector is experiencing strong momentum during this year's Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day, with a sharp rise in Chinese arrivals driven by additional flights and renewed travel demand, according to the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).