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Thailand plans stricter visa rules across categories; may scrap 60-day visa-free stay for tourists

Thailand is set to tighten visa rules for foreign visitors, reviewing all major categories to prioritize tourist "quality" over quantity. The government is considering ending the 60-day visa-free scheme and implementing stricter screening measures, including background checks and financial proof requirements, to balance tourism with national security.

The Economic Times

Thailand scraps 2001 maritime territory deal with Cambodia after years of deadlock

Thailand’s government has ended a 2001 agreement with Cambodia meant to resolve overlapping maritime claims

The Independent UK

Chinese foreign minister and Thai prime minister agree to collaborate on fighting cyberscams

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met with Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during a visit aimed at strengthening the countries’ strategic partnership and expanding cooperation

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Petrol stations may be closed overnight

Petrol stations may be ordered to close from 10pm to 5am after Songkran, to help conserve fuel, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul warned on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Thailand PM urges working from home amid fears over energy crisis

Anutin Charnvirakul encourages measures such as home working and carpooling as country is reliant on oil imports

The Guardian - UK

Thai cannabis shops given 3 years to become clinics

The Ministry of Public Health has announced moves to make cannabis use in Thailand for medicinal purposes only, allowing shops a three-year timeframe to convert into medical clinics in order to continue operating.

Bangkok Post

Thailand strikes deal with Iran for safe oil passage through Strait of Hormuz, PM says

Development would alleviate concerns over fuel imports, Thai PM says

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Thai Parliament convenes to vote for new prime minister with the incumbent leader expected to stay

Thailand’s Parliament has convened to pick a new prime minister

The Independent UK

Govt officials ordered to work from home, suspend overseas trips

Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered officials at government organisations and state enterprises to work from home and suspend overseas trips, as part of measures to cope with the Middle East war

Bangkok Post

What Thailand’s election means for the future of the country – and its beleaguered pro-democracy forces

Thailand’s prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, will almost certainly stay in the job after a surprise result in last week’s elections saw his conservative Bhumjaithai Party win the most seats in the lower house.

The Conversation

Thailand scores poorly in corruption ranking

The government has said it will act after Thailand scored 33 out of 100 and ranked 116th in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).

Bangkok Post

Thailand's Conservative party led by PM Anutin Charnvirakul secures win in general election

Anutin Charnvirakul's party has significantly increased its number of MPs but will only have a parliamentary majority with coalition partners. Analysts say there is a chance of stabilisation in Thai politics after the turbulence of recent years.

Euronews

Thailand’s PM vows to build border wall as conservatives celebrate surprise election victory

Unofficial results show the prime minister’s party short of a majority but comfortably the largest party, meaning they will lead coalition talks

The Independent UK

Thailand’s ruling Bhumjaithai party tops election that marks a conservative comeback

The Bhumjaithai Party of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is on track to win the most seats in Thailand’s general election, according to unofficial results

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Bangkok Post

Anutin readies for coalition talks after election win

Caretaker premier Anutin Charnvirakul was preparing for coalition talks Monday after a stunning election victory for his Bhumjaithai Party.

The Times of India

Thailand elections: Conservative PM Anutin Charnvirakul claims victory

Thailand’s conservative prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul declared victory in the general election on Sunday after TV projections indicated that his party had secured a commanding lead, winning the largest number of seats in parliament.

The Times of India

Thailand elections: Vote counting under way after polls close in tight three-way contest

Thailand's general election saw a tight race between the progressive People's Party, populist Pheu Thai, and conservative Bhumjaithai. With no single party expected to win a majority, coalition-building is crucial for forming the next government. Voters cast ballots amidst economic concerns and nationalist sentiment, with a referendum on a new…

The Guardian - UK

Thai PM’s party on track to win election in blow to pro-democracy camp

Staunch royalist Anutin Charnvirakul’s Bhumjaithai party builds commanding lead on disappointing night for rivals

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The Independent UK

Polls close in Thailand with three main parties vying for power

Local polls consistently project that no single party will gain a majority, necessitating the formation of a coalition government

The Independent UK

Thailand votes in early election with 3 main parties vying for power

Voters in Thailand are heading to the polls for an early general election

The Independent UK

What to know about Thailand's election as economic growth slows and nationalism rises

Political parties in Thailand are gearing up for their final campaign rallies ahead of a general election

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Thailand election explained: Why Sunday’s vote is historic with young progressive leader ahead in polls

Military-appointed Senate will play no role in choosing the next prime minister as the Southeast Asian nation seeks to move on from a prolonged period of political and strategic instability, Shweta Sharma writes

Bangkok Post

PM ends Italian-Thai contracts after deadly crane collapses

Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the Ministry of Transport to end two contracts with Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) following crane collapse incidents that resulted in over 30 deaths.

The Independent UK

Thailand’s acting PM calls for blacklisting of construction firm after crane collapse on train kills 32

Three people missing as rescue workers carry out clearing work after passenger train derails

The Independent UK

At least 31 killed as crane collapses onto train in Thailand ‘slicing it in half’

Train travelling from Bangkok derails and catches fire with 195 passengers on board

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