National

Anutin Urges Investors to View Thailand as Trusted Partner

BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has urged international businesses and investors to view Thailand as a “trusted partner” in developing new business opportunities, saying the country must move beyond competing primarily on costs and focus on skills, technology and advanced industries.

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BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has urged international businesses and investors to view Thailand as a “trusted partner” in developing new business opportunities, saying the country must move beyond competing primarily on costs and focus on skills, technology and advanced industries.

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Police

Customs Arrest Malaysian Man Trying to Smuggle 20kg Cannabis

Padang Besar customs officers arrested a Malaysian man attempting to smuggle over 20 kilograms of cannabis flower hidden in his car. The drugs, worth more than 300,000 baht, were discovered in a concealed compartment behind the rear seats. The suspect faces charges under Thai customs law and could also be subject to Malaysia’s death penalty for drug trafficking.

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Police

Five African Women Arrested for Visa Overstays on Koh Samui

Five African women have been arrested at a hotel near Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui after immigration officers discovered they had overstayed their visas by up to 799 days. Surat Thani immigration police announced the arrests today, October 16, following a tip-off that foreign women were allegedly approaching tourists to offer sexual services in local … The story Five African women arrested for visa overstays on Koh Samui as seen on Thaiger News.

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Police

Police Seize 161 kg Ice, 70 kg Heroin in Bangkok

Police in Bangkok arrested two suspected drug traffickers known as 'Moth Nam Sai' and 'Sa-jo Khanom Wan', seizing over 160 kilograms of ice, 70 kilograms of heroin, large quantities of methamphetamine, ketamine and ecstasy tablets, plus a firearm and ammunition. The suspects, aged 46 and 48, confessed to obtaining the drugs from Ayutthaya and Lopburi and distributing them in the Sai Mai and Kukot areas for a fee of 150,000–200,000 baht per deal. They now face multiple narcotics and firearms charges.

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National

Commerce Orders Six Retail Chains to Boost Stock Amid Floods

Thailand’s Department of Internal Trade has ordered six major retail chains to increase their safety stocks to prevent shortages during ongoing floods. After inspecting distribution centres and store outlets, officials confirmed that inventories are adequate, logistics are intact and prices remain stable. The ministry also urged retailers to prepare staff plans and reopen temporarily closed branches, while monitoring weather forecasts for continued rain in the north and south.

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National

Thailand Allows Airport Security to Open Suspicious Checked Luggage

Travellers flying from Thailand from Thursday may find a notice inside their checked luggage if airport security has opened it for an inspection — even if they were not present. New rules issued by the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand, or CAAT, took effect on October 16, allowing screeners to open checked baggage when X-ray […]

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National

Deputy PM Yoschanan Teams with Temasek for Thai-Singaporean Startups

Deputy Prime Minister Yoschanan Wongsa-wat met with Temasek Foundation CEO Ng Boon Heong to launch a two‑way collaboration between Thailand’s NIA and the Singapore‑based foundation aimed at boosting Thai‑Singaporean startups. The partnership will focus on healthcare, climate change, and future food, providing co‑funding, accelerator links, and plans to host a Global Innovation Challenge in Thailand by 2027. It also aims to help Thai startups enter Singapore while attracting Singaporean firms to localize for the Thai market.

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Weather

Flash Flood Closes Oa Por Market in Suan Phueng

Flash flooding hit Suan Phueng in Ratchaburi after heavy rains, submerging the Oa Por market and prompting its temporary closure. The deluge also caused road erosion and felled an electricity pole, prompting officials to block off affected areas. Authorities warned residents to prepare for additional rain and move belongings to higher ground.

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Police

Thai Police Invite TV Personality for Questioning After Talk Show

Thong Lor police summoned Pote for questioning after his appearance on the talk show 'Hono Krasae'. Pote expressed regret over past mistakes, including a failed attempt to help a friend finish studies and a misunderstanding with Wave and Chompu, and said he now prefers to step back. Police said the meeting is for information only and he may seek legal counsel.

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Community

Thai Actress Mint Chalida Accepts Proposal After Kyrgyzstan Adventure

Thai actress Mint Chalida revealed that her boyfriend Phupha proposed during a challenging horseback‑riding trip to Kyrgyzstan. She said the surprise left her stunned and teary, and that the couple is now preparing for their wedding at Khao Yai. Mint added that she dreams of a warm family life rather than an elaborate ceremony.

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Police

Gunmen Kill One Volunteer, Injure Another in Pattani

Gunmen attacked members of the Mai Kaen Territorial Defence Unit in Pattani province as they rode motorcycles to prayers, killing one volunteer and injuring another. The victims were taken to Mai Kaen Hospital, and security forces have sealed off the area while investigators gather evidence. Authorities are working to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.

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