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Cambodia Hits Lowest Rank in Global English Index, Malaysia leads the Asia region Cambodia has been ranked bottom of the EF English Proficiency Index 2025, placing 123rd out of 123 countries with a score of 390. The Netherlands topped the table with 624 points, underscoring the gulf between nations at the highest and lowest ends […]

Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now! Latest issue of Thailand Construction Newsletter (TCN391 – 04.12.25) out now – see download below. Thailand Construction News – TCN391 – 04.12.25 If you would like to subscribe (free) to receive each issue, send us an email to ‘info AT qscthailand.com’ or ‘tcn AT […]

Thai Cabinet Reverses Decision on New Public Holidays in 2026 The Thai Cabinet reversed its decision to add additional public holidays in 2026, citing potential negative impacts on businesses and employment. During the meeting on December 2, a proposal to include two special public holidays was reconsidered as ministers expressed concerns about disruptions to business […]

Thailand’s afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately (for trial period of 180 days) Pub customers given an extra hour to finish their drinks Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish […]

Bangkok Lighthouse Late Lunch (Xmas Buffet Bonanza) 19 December 2025 at O’Malley’s on Silom Road – Sponsored by Choice Interiors Lighthouse members, family and friends, please see details for this month’s late lunch please see the details for the Lighthouse Xmas Buffet Bonanza and a big thanks to Choice Interiors for sponsoring this prestigious event […]

Lighthouse Club Bangkok are holding a wake TODAY Thursday 4th of December at 6pm in O’Malley’s Irish pub Bangkok for Mike ‘Spikey’ Watkins Lighthouse Club Bangkok are holding a “wake for one of our members on this Thursday 4th of December in O’Malley’s Irish pub Bangkok, please see attached advert for Mike ‘Spikey’ Watkins who […]

Dual Pricing at Thai Public Hospitals and the Implications on Foreigners Dual pricing has expanded its reach beyond national parks, museums, and amusement parks. In 2019, Thai public hospitals have been given the green light to charge foreign nationals higher fees for their services, due to newly implemented regulations. These regulations go beyond simple dual pricing and introduce […]

Thailand’s New E-Work Permit System 2025 As of October 13, 2025, it has replaced the previous “Blue Book” with a fully digital platform known as the e-Work Permit System. Article by Siam Legal    Thailand officially ended the use of the traditional paper-based Thai work permit system. As of October 13, 2025, it has replaced the previous […]

Thai Immigration Boosts Biometric Screening to Curb Crime Immigration announced on 25 November, enhanced screening and verification measures for all foreign nationals entering and exiting Thailand. The initiative applies across all international airports and border checkpoints nationwide to prevent individuals disguising themselves as tourists from committing crimes or engaging in unlawful activities. Police Major General […]