Full Moon Party Boat Accident
Two speedboats collided in the Gulf of Thailand last night with local reports stating that at least 39 people have been injured and 2 people are missing. The incident occurred off the coast of Ko Samui as the boats carrying tourists travelled to and from the famous Full Moon Party on the neighbouring island of [...]
Thai Economy Set for World Cup Boost
On the eve of the football World Cup in South Africa, it isn’t just Thai football fans getting excited about the start of the competition. Following the recent problems in Bangkok, the World Cup will provide some welcome relief to a number of businesses in Thailand with Thai exports expected to receive a boost on [...]
Thai PM and Ministers Survive No Confidence Vote
Thailand’s prime minister, Abhisit Vejjajiva, has survived a no-confidence vote following the recent violence in Bangkok. Abhisit and five of his ministers were facing censure for the way in which they handled the anti-government red shirt protest which began in Bangkok in mid-March and finally ended amid violent scenes in May. Speaking during the debate, [...]
Curfew Lifted in Bangkok and Provinces
Authorities in Thailand have lifted the night-time curfew which has been in place in Bangkok and a number of provinces in the north and north-east of the country. The evening curfew was put in place in some areas of Thailand following the violence that erupted at the end of the anti-government red shirt protest in [...]
Thaksin Shinawatra Faces Terrorism Charges
The Thai Criminal Court has today approved an arrest warrant for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra on terrorism charges. The Thai government have accused Thaksin of being one of the key figures behind the recent unrest in Bangkok. The arrest warrant was approved following a presentation of evidence by the Thai authorities. A number of [...]
Order Restored in Bangkok
Thai security officials have announced that order has been returned to Bangkok. The sporadic and isolated incidents which occurred in other provinces have also been contained. Parts of the Thai capital remain sealed off for safety reasons with some buildings structurally unsafe following arson attacks. The army and police are also continuing their search of [...]
Thailand Extends Curfew Until the Week-End
Thai authorities have announced that the night-time curfew that was put in place yesterday will remain in force for another three nights. The curfew covers Bangkok and surrounding provinces as well as much of the north and north-east of the country.
Thailand’s prime minister, Abhisit Vejjajiva, has confirmed his commitment and determination to [...]
