Tourism · EconomyPattaya's Pier Buzzes as 2,700 Cruise Guests Boost Local Vendors
Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier processed 2,695 cruise guests in 20 minutes, injecting ฿2,300 each into local vendors and reviving a 7.4-billion-baht terminal plan.
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Economy · National NewsThailand Seizes 3.3M Counterfeits, Protects Consumers and SMEs
Thailand's IP crackdown removed 3.3 million counterfeit goods, safeguarding shoppers and SMEs. Explore the new 72-hour e-commerce rule and tips to verify products.
National News · EconomyThai Navy Tours Chinese Shipyards: S26T Submarine 64% Complete, Delivery by 2028
Thailand's S26T submarine is 64% complete in Chinese shipyards; new engine certified, crew training set before 2028 delivery—full update for Thai readers.
Politics · EconomySuphajee Weighs Bhumjaithai’s PM Offer, Pledges a Public-First Choice
Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun will consult her family before deciding on Bhumjaithai’s PM nomination—a choice could reshape Thailand’s election. Stay tuned.
National News · EconomyThailand Restricts Fuel Runs to Cambodia with Tough AIS and Permit Rules
Thailand mandates 24/7 AIS monitoring and export permits to curb fuel smuggling to Cambodia—non-compliant vessels risk million-baht fines, port bans. Learn more
Economy · PoliticsGPS and Drone Patrols Keep Thai Diesel in Laos – and Prices Down
Thailand deploys GPS tracking, drones and joint patrols to keep subsidised diesel within Laos, avert Cambodia-bound smuggling and protect Thai pump prices.
Economy · TechHow Roi Et’s Innovation Hub Converts Farms into 9:1 Returns
Discover how Roi Et's rural innovation labs leverage smart-farm tech and community enterprises to generate a 9:1 economic return and boost local brands.
Politics · EconomyBhumjaithai’s Three PM Hopefuls Pledge Cheaper Living, Safer Borders
Ahead of Thailand’s 8 Feb election, Bhumjaithai’s PM trio—incumbent, diplomat and technocrat—promise cheaper living, secure borders and coalition stability.
National News · EconomyShelling Along Thai-Cambodia Border Halts Rice Harvest, Trade in Sa Kaeo
Clashes on the Thai-Cambodia border in Sa Kaeo have halted rice harvesting, frozen trade routes and forced hundreds of thousands to flee. Read more.