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Suthep outlines Thailand’s political future to media
BANGKOK, Dec 13 – Protest leader Suthep Thaugsuban stood firm today that Thailand’s next general election will not be held unless political reform takes...
PM Yingluck says her family wants peace, not power
BANGKOK, 9 December 2013 Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has said the “Shinawatra” family only wants peace, not power. She has also ruled out the...
Thai people’s ‘long march’ revolt kicks off today at 9.39am
BANGKOK, Dec 9 – Protest leader Suthep Thaugsuban has asserted that today is the day for the Thai people’s victory, the crucial day of...
Thai Premier reassures Al Jazeera amnesty bill off the table
BANGKOK, 4 December Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has reassured Qatari broadcaster Al Jazeera that the controversial amnesty bill is now off the table. ...
PM tells foreign media she is in control of her government
BANGKOK, 29 Nov 2013 Prime Minister and Defense Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has told foreign media that she is the one in charge of...
Ombudsman chief to submit report on former PM Thaksin’s passport to...
BANGKOK, 10 November 2013 The Office of the Ombudsman of Thailand will submit a report to the cabinet and Parliament on the government's...
Gen.Sonthi doubts pulling out the amnesty bill would resolve current conflicts
BANGKOK, 11 November 2013 Former coup d’etat leader which ousted the government of Thaksin Shinawatra, and Matubhum Party leader, Gen. Sonthi Boonyaratglin, stated...
Silom protesters blow whistles again to warn govt
BANGKOK, Nov 6 - White-collar protesters protesting against the amnesty bill took to Silom Road for the second time this week to blow a...
PM: Amnesty bill not money bill
BANGKOK, 5 November 2013 Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra confirms the amnesty bill is not a money bill and promises that the government will not...
Senate likely to shoot down amnesty bill
BANGKOK, Nov 5 - Senate Speaker Nikom Wairatpanich and a group of elected senators vowed on Tuesday to shoot down the controversial amnesty bill...
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Foreign workers in Pattaya face serious consequences without proper documentation
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, has long attracted foreign workers across various sectors, from hospitality and entertainment to...
Thailand launches global E-Visa system to simplify travel and enhance security
BANGKOK, Thailand – H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, presided over the launch of Kick-off THAI E-VISA: Apply, Anywhere, Anytime at Vithes...
Thailand tops December tourism rankings
BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand has emerged as the top destination for international tourists this December, according to data from SiteMinder, a global hotel revenue...
Secret Buddha Relic continues to draw large crowds in Bangkok; New Year celebration planned
BANGKOK, Thailand – Large crowds continue to visit Sanam Luang in Bangkok to pay homage to the Sacred Buddha Relic, temporarily enshrined at the...
Bangkok to Pattaya Motorway toll-free for New Year travel Dec 26 – Jan 5
BANGKOK, Thailand – The Cabinet has approved toll waivers on major motorways and expressways during the New Year holiday to ease congestion and facilitate...