Thailand grapples with ageing population; retirement reform sparks national debate

BANGKOK: In a bold move that’s already stirring heated debate, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has proposed raising the retirement age for civil servants from 60 to 65. For many, it’s a policy shift long overdue. For others, it’s a wake-up call...

Recovering drug addict who travelled to Thailand for drugs jailed for close to five years

A recovering drug addict who travelled to Thailand to collect drugs to service a drug debt has been jailed for nearly five years. Kieran O'Dea, 40, of Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin, told gardaí that he nearly cried when customs officers at Dublin...

Trump to attend Thailand-Cambodia peace deal signing at ASEAN summit

KUALA LUMPUR: US President Donald Trump will attend the ceremonial signing of a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia at an upcoming summit of Southeast Asian nations. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan confirmed Trump’s...

Thailand to make online work permit system mandatory from 13 October 2025

Thailand’s Ministry of Labour has rolled out the e-Work Permit system, a new unified online platform that digitises the entire process of applying for, renewing, and managing work permits for foreign nationals. The initiative, part of the...

Thailand, Cambodia expected to sign ceasefire agreement at 47th Asean Summit in KL

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, together with Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (left), inspects the preparations for the 47th Asean Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre...

THAILAND: Thailand War with Cambodia

October 14, 2025: A ceasefire agreement in Thailand’s war with Cambodia went into effect on July 28th. Despite that there continue to be minor outbreaks of violence. So far this year Cambodia has suffered at least a hundred dead soldiers and...

TMD warns of heavy rain in 58 provinces, Bangkok faces 70% chance of downpours

Southern region (east coast) Thunderstorms over 70% of the area, with heavy rain in some provinces — Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperature: Lows 22–25°C, highs 31–34°C. From...

"Belavia Launches Direct Flights From Minsk To Two Resorts In Thailand

1 From January. In January, Belavia airline expands its route network and opens a direct connection with Thailand. Minsk will be directly connected with two popular resorts - Pattaya and Phuket. The flights Minsk - Pattaya (Utapao airport) and...

Is Reconciling Cambodia and Thailand Possible?

The Cambodian-Thai border conflict is showing few signs of abating, with both sides accusing the other of breaching a Malaysian-brokered ceasefire agreement that ended a five-day battle on July 28 but did little to resolve arguments over the...

Chinese Taipei vs Thailand LIVE Score Updates: Asian Cup Qualifiers (1-5)

Thank you very much Thank you very much for joining us for our live coverage of the China Taipei vs. Thailand match in the third round of Group D of the Asian Cup Qualifiers. We wish you all a pleasant afternoon and hope you continue to follow...

Thailand welcomes Etihad Airways’ inaugural Abu Dhabi–Krabi direct flight

Malaysia and US push for expanded Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire ahead of ASEAN summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysia and the U.S. are facilitating efforts to secure an expanded ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia that they hope will be signed during a Southeast Asian summit later this month, Malaysia's Foreign...

Man, 80, extradited from Thailand and charged with false imprisonment, GBH and threats to kill

A man has appeared in court charged with multiple historic offences after being extradited from Thailand earlier this year. Vincent Agar is charged with three counts of false imprisonment, two counts of GBH with intent, making threats to kill,...

Trump expects Thailand–Cambodia ceasefire at ASEAN summit: Malaysia

US President Donald Trump will visit Malaysia on October 26, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said on Tuesday, adding that he was "looking forward" to witnessing a ceasefire deal between Southeast Asian neighbours Thailand and Cambodia. Tension over...

Thailand looking for trade accord with S.Korea by year’s end

Joint declaration between 2 countries possible on Apec sidelines PUBLISHED : 14 Oct 2025 at 12:51 Thailand hopes to complete free trade agreement (FTA) talks with South Korea by the end of this year, according to Commerce Minister Suphajee...

Bangkok marks 50 years of Thailand–China ties with Yaowarat vegetarian festival

Culinary and cultural events The highlight will be the giant vegetarian wok cooking show, “50-Year Thai–Chinese Noodle Harmony,” led by master chefs from Grand China Bangkok Hotel. A total of 1,550 servings will be distributed for free at the...

Thailand laws you need to know before visiting

Thailand, a popular stop on southeast Asia’s tourist trail, is a favourite of young backpackers, honeymooners and solo travellers. With culture-stacked cities, a jungle interior and some of the continent's best beaches, Thailand welcomed over 35.5...

Trump to attend signing of Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal: Recalling the conflict

Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan announced Tuesday (October 14) that US President Donald Trump was “looking forward” to witnessing the signing of a ceasefire deal between Thailand and Cambodia later this month.“During the summit, we hope...

Escape-route issue suspected in Bangkok condo fire death

PUBLISHED : 14 Oct 2025 at 16:38 Problems with an escape route and inadequate smoke ventilation are suspected to have contributed to the death of a doctor during a fire at a Bangkok condominium on Oct 9. The fire broke out in a unit on the 16th...

Trump 'looking forward' to Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal, Malaysia says

US President Donald Trump will visit Malaysia on October 26, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said on Tuesday, adding that he was "looking forward" to witnessing a ceasefire deal between Southeast Asian neighbours Thailand and Cambodia. US President...