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Tourism operators welcomed the government's first step in revoking the 60-day visa exemption to curb illicit activities by foreigners, while urging authorities to provide proper guidance for genuine investors as well as advising frequent visa runners to apply for alternative long-stay visas instead.

Bangkok Post

Rice exports challenged by Iran war and parched weather forecast

The outlook for Thailand's rice exports in the second half of the year remains uncertain as climate conditions and geopolitical conflicts could significantly influence trade volume, says a member of the Thai Rice Exporters Association.

Bangkok Post

Fuel consumption posts increase in Q1

Thailand's fuel consumption surged in the first quarter of this year, rising 5.3% year-on-year to an average of 167 million litres per day, according to the Department of Energy Business (DOEB).

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Nippon Steel pledges long-term commitment to Thailand

Nippon Steel has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Thailand, urging stronger government protection against an influx of substandard steel imports and expressing readiness to further expand investments in the country.

Bangkok Post

TFEX preps Mini Gold Online Futures contracts for May 25

The Thailand Futures Exchange (TFEX) is set to launch its Mini Gold Online Futures (MGO) contracts on May 25, aiming to attract more retail investors as global gold prices continue to gain attention amid market volatility.

Bangkok Post

NT picked to spearhead 6 digital infrastructure projects

The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has assigned state telecom enterprise National Telecom (NT) to steer six projects that aim to strengthen Thailand's digital infrastructure.

Bangkok Post

Hill's Pet Nutrition Announces 2026 Hill's Global Symposium - "Healthy Skin Starts From Within" - Exploring the Gut-Skin Axis

HONG KONG, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill's Pet Nutrition (Hill's), a global leader in science-led nutrition, today announced the upcoming 2026 Hill's Global Symposium, to be hosted June 22-24 in Phuket, Thailand, and livestreamed globally. The Symposium is one of the largest free global education opportunities available for veterinary…

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Thailand plans to cut visa-free stays for tourists amid crackdown on foreign crime

Holidaymakers from more than 90 countries could soon face shorter visa-free stays in Thailand, as officials move to curb crimes involving foreign nationals despite tourism remaining vital to the country’s economy.

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Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreigners

Thailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals, officials said on Tuesday. The new visa-free duration would be decided on a country-by-country basis, with most foreign nationals granted stays of up to 30…

The Economic Times

Which country is known as the Land of Smiles?

Thailand is globally recognised as the “Land of Smiles” because of the warm and welcoming nature of its people, where smiles often express far more than simple happiness. In Thai culture, smiling is closely linked with politeness, respect, and social harmony, and this cultural trait has played a major role…

The Economic Times

Edible Packaging, Fermented Innovations and Next-Gen Foods Take Center Stage at THAIFEX - Anuga Asia 2026

BANGKOK, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As food and beverage manufacturers race to capture emerging consumer trends, 10 standout innovations are already gaining commercial traction across protein innovation, fermentation technology, and sustainable packaging. All will debut at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, signalling where the global F&B industry is heading…

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Thailand ends 60-day visa-free stay

The cabinet on Tuesday decided to end the 60-day visa-free programme for foreign visitors to Thailand, with the timeline for enforcement still being worked out.

Bangkok Post

Talented Irish filmmaker, girlfriend die in Thailand road crash

A highly talented young Irish filmmaker and his Czech girlfriend have died in a motorcycle crash in Thailand, eliciting an outpouring of tributes from Ireland's film community.

Bangkok Post

Mpox still a concern in Thailand, mainly among men

Mpox continues to be a public health concern in Thailand, especially among men with close contact or sexual intercourse with strangers, the Department of Disease Control warned on Tuesday.

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Thailand closer to missing out on watching World Cup

The government is showing signs of throwing in the towel on bringing World Cup football matches to Thai TV screens, after the private sector and sponsors showed no interest in helping fund the cost.

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Thailand has a password problem

Thailand's cybersecurity authority has warned that weak and reused passwords remain one of the biggest gateways to modern cyber-attacks, with leaked login credentials increasingly being exploited to gain access to mobile banking accounts, corporate systems and users' broader digital identities.

Bangkok Post

Bangchak launches Thailand’s first commercial SAF production

Bangchak Group has launched Thailand’s first commercial production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from the country’s first 100% HEFA-SPK SAF Stand Alone production unit at Bangchak Phra Khanong Refinery. The milestone marks an important step in Thailand’s transition toward future energy, supporting Net Zero ambitions while responding to growing demand…

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Thailand addresses US supply concerns

Team Thailand, led by the Ministry of Commerce, has assured the United States that Thailand's supply chains do not use forced labour and firmly rejected allegations of excess production capacity.

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High season visitors set to be strong despite current downturn

Thai tourism operators are looking beyond the sluggish low season and expect healthy bookings, particularly from European tourists, when the high season returns in the final quarter.

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Will Myanmar's Asean gambit work?

Unlike the other Asean members, Thailand must directly shoulder whatever fallout emerges from Myanmar's domestic developments. Bangkok has already endured and adapted to the new situation with its western neighbour. It has not been easy, as Thailand's own internal situation has not been entirely stable.

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Golf and dive expo in Bangkok over this weekend

The latest trends and innovations for premium tourism are presented during Thailand Golf & Dive Expo Plus Outdoor Fest 2026, which will take place at Hall 5-6 of Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, daily from 11am to 8pm starting this Thursday to Sunday.

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A toll we keep paying

To all appearances, Saturday's fatal collision between a freight train and a public bus was human error. The driver of the freight train lacked a rail transport licence, and a urine test showed narcotic traces in his system. The driver of the bus was charged with violating the traffic law…

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Giant Dinosaur Skeleton Found In Thailand, The Nagatitan, May Be The Largest Dinosaur Of The Region

A local man in Thailand found strange looking rocks. He called a team to study them, and as it turns out, they were dinosaur bones. After years of research, this discovery was announced the largest ever sauropod in Southeast Asia. The full story is in the article.

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'Last titan' of Thailand discovered, and it's the longest-necked dinosaur on record from Southeast Asia

A newfound species of long-necked dinosaur from Thailand lived up to 120 million years ago, and it's the largest known of its kind from Southeast Asia.

MarketBeat

Valeura Energy Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Valeura Energy (TSE:VLE) executives told shareholders at the company’s 2026 annual general meeting that the Thailand-focused producer is benefiting from higher oil prices, a growing reserve base and ongoing development work, while continuing to evaluate acquisitions and future capital returns. Pres

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