Tag: security
Thai, British ministers discuss security, defense ties
BANGKOK – Thailand and the United Kingdom have discussed plans to strengthen bilateral security and defense cooperation.
The Ministry of Defense released a statement summarizing...
Security beefed up around Siam area
BANGKOK - Deputy Police Chief Pol Gen Chalermkiat Sriworakhan and his retinue visited department stores around Ratchaprasong Intersection to inspect CCTV cameras and ensure...
Officials raise security measure to highest level after bomb goes off...
SONGKHLA – Security officials have raised the security measure to the highest level in Hat Yai district, Songkhla province, in response to the car...
Cars with dashboard cams to be offered cheaper insurance premiums
BANGKOK,(NNT) - Insurance companies have been asked to lower their premiums for cars with dashboard cameras in an effort to promote road safety.
Bangkok governor...
Luggage inspection officials go on strike at Suvarnabhumi airport
About 300 luggage inspection employees working at Suvarnabhumi international airport went on strike on Monday to demand bonus payment and better fringe benefits.
Representatives of...
US Embassy questions security boost for its embassy, but draws strong...
The US Embassy in Bangkok has posted on its Facebook page questioning the security boost by Thai authorities for its embassy despite that there...
Security beef-up at and around Sanam Luang
X-ray machines will be installed at seven points in Sanam Luang on Friday to screen mourners before they are allowed into the inner part...
Police estimate 50,000-60,000 people visit the Grand Palace each day to...
In view of the fact that between 50,000-60,000 people arrive at the Grand Palace each day to pay their last tribute to HM King...
Chiang Rai steps up security during mourning period
CHIANG RAI – The local authorities in Chiang Rai province increase security at department stores and important tourist sites during a 30-day period of...
Pre registration of free-of-charge Prompt-Pay service exceeds expectations
Pre-registration of the ‘Prompt-Pay’ service jointly provided by all commercial banks exceeded expectations with a large number of people showing interest to pre-register when...
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Everyone passes the buck on paying for emergency medical treatment in Thailand
The unfortunate British tourist Pamela Gatehouse is facing medical and repatriation costs of around 80,000 pounds (3 million baht) and much more if a...
The dilemmas of Thai visa agencies assisting foreigners with their immigration problems
It’s not only Thailand. Visa agents have held a prominent place throughout south east Asia for at least 30 years. Even today it is...
No sign of Thailand’s Schengen visa
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Thailand has long been the key promoter of the “six countries one destination plan” which would allow international tourists entry to all after...
Two Thai women harassed by Indian men, fistfight breaks out on Pattaya Beach
PATTAYA, Thailand – A chaotic scene unfolded on Pattaya Beach when two Thai women were harassed by two Indian men, leading to a physical...
Free visa policy boosts Pattaya tourism, but experts warn of potential risks
PATTAYA, Thailand – The free visa policy for tourists visiting Pattaya and other parts of Thailand has been a topic of considerable discussion. According...