Signs of progress in Thailand’s high-speed, inter-airport rail contract dispute Cabinet will be asked to decide on contract changes The Transport Ministry has called for a fair resolution on the high-speed, inter-airport rail contract dispute, warning that the changes proposed by concessionaire Asia Era One risk creating legal challenges. Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, in his […]
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Funan Techo Canal project aims to elevate Cambodia’s economy, but what does it mean for the Mekong? The Mekong River Delta is a vital part of people’s livelihoods in Southeast Asia This article was submitted as part of the Global Voices Climate Justice fellowship, which pairs journalists from Sinophone and Global Majority countries to investigate […]
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Hanoi to Launch Extensive Metro Network to Ease Congestion Hà Nội is set to transform its transportation infrastructure with plans for 14 metro lines spanning over 400km. This network aims to handle at least 45% of urban travel demand, significantly alleviating road congestion and changing how residents navigate the capital, according to Lê Trung Hiếu, […]
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Thai immigration steps up visa run scrutiny Visa renewals to be capped at two, as authorities close loopholes exploited by foreign criminals The Immigration Bureau has intensified visa screening to deal with foreign criminals as part of a nationwide campaign against cybercrime, said the bureau’s spokesman, Pol Maj Cheongron Rimpadee. He said the heightened measures […]
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Mobile cinema brings entertainment, learning to rural community in Thailand Smiles lit up the faces of residents young and old in Phu Khieo district when Southeast Asia’s only mobile cinema, the cinemobile Chalerm Tasana, arrived in town, bringing a blend of entertainment and learning to the rural community throughout this week. Chaiyaphum deputy governor Ballang […]
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Bangkok land prices increase Industrial demand pushes up values The land price index in Greater Bangkok rose in the third quarter of 2025 despite a sluggish economy, driven by strong demand for industrial and logistics property in eastern areas. According to the Real Estate Information Center (REIC), the Bang Phli–Bang Bo–Bang Sao Thong area in […]
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Condos Erode Thailand’s Traditional Rental Market Traditional apartments and lodging houses in Thailand are facing decline as renters migrate to more secure, amenity-rich condominiums. This shift threatens the profitability of what was once a lucrative investment within the rental market. The trend is most evident near universities and industrial parks, where tenants prefer the security […]
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Phuket Airport Expansion Delay Threatens Tourism Growth Phuket’s tourism industry is under pressure as delays in the Phuket International Airport Phase 2 expansion raise fears of a capacity bottleneck. Thaneth Tantipiriyakij, President of the Phuket Tourist Association, warned that the island could face major challenges in meeting rising passenger demands as the project drags on […]
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Ho Chi Minh City wants to break ground on Metro Line 2 within this year The Management Authority for Urban Railways of HCMC (MAUR) has launched a 60-day campaign to fast-track key tasks needed to begin work on Metro Line 2 before the end of this year. The campaign runs from November 1 to December […]
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Bangkok Lighthouse Late Lunch 28 November 2025 at Calderazzo’s at Grisbi’s on soi 20 – Sponsored by Thailand Insurance Service Here we go again, we have our next event planned with a bit of French Flair, thanks to Thailand Insurance [you should use them]. we are going to Grisbi’s again, Grisbi’s always puts on a […]
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