Immigration · TourismPhuket's 30-Second Immigration Gates Transform Airport Travel for Expats
Phuket airport's new automated immigration gates slash clearance to 30 seconds. Learn eligibility, peak hour benefits, and what expats need to know.
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Immigration · EconomyForeign Property Owners in Thailand Face New Legal Risks as Government Closes Nominee Loopholes
Thailand enforcement targets nominee property structures with 29,000+ cases. Learn legal alternatives for foreign investors and restructuring timelines.
Tourism · EconomyThailand Allocates Winter 2026 Slots to Four New Airlines: Cheaper Flights and Better Access
Four airlines win Thailand winter 2026/2027 slots. Riyadh Air, Virgin Atlantic, AirBorneo, and SkyUp bring cheaper London-Phuket, Bangkok-Gulf, and Malaysia routes starting October 2026.
Tech · EconomyThailand's AI Boom: First Unicorn, Talent Crisis, and the Future of Tech Jobs
Thailand's first AI unicorn just raised $100 million. With 380+ startups but a talent crisis, discover what this AI boom means for your tech career prospects.
National News · EconomyThailand Welfare Card: 3.6M Must Register or Reconfirm by June 21
3.6M Thai nationals must register or reconfirm welfare card eligibility by June 21 or lose monthly subsidies until 2027. Online and in-person options available.
National News · PoliticsMyanmar Murder Suspect Arrested in Yangon After Bangkok Dismemberment Case
Thai police arrested a Myanmar national in Yangon for murdering his wife in Bangkok. Cross-border cooperation shows new enforcement capacity for residents.
Tech · EconomyChina Tightens Travel Controls on AI Professionals: What It Means for Tech in Thailand
Beijing reportedly requires travel pre-approval for Chinese AI professionals. How new mobility restrictions may affect tech partnerships, investors, and expat businesses in Thailand.
Politics · EconomyPrincess Anne Brings UK Trade and Education Push to Thailand This July
Princess Anne visits Thailand July 16-17, 2025, strengthening UK-Thailand ties through trade talks, education initiatives, and royal diplomacy.
Politics · HealthBangkok's Aging Population Gets Major Healthcare and Employment Overhaul
Bangkok's new elderly care strategy delivers 5,000 caregivers, 10,000 jobs, and district-wide senior centers. What expats and residents need to know.