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POLITICS1d agoCambodia, Thailand take US$300 billion seabed dispute to UNMonths after deadly clashes that cost dozens of lives along their shared border, the foreign ministers of Cambodia and Thailand laid out opening arguments on Tuesday over a different kind of territory: 27,000 sq km (10,400 square miles) of seabed thought to hold a fortune in gas and oil. The venue was the Permanent Court of Arbitration’s Singapore office, where the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea’s conciliation commission is being asked to settle who controls a stretch of the...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2d agoThe Dynamics of Dependence Beyond Thailand’s Immediate NeighborhoodThe past year has seen considerable steps forward in the country's relationships with Singapore and Indonesia.The Diplomat
CONFLICT2d agoThailand Accuses Cambodia of Stationing Troops at World Heritage Site During Border FightingLast week, UNESCO released a report detailing the extensive damage caused to the World Heritage Site by Thai military attacks.The Diplomat
CONFLICT4d agoThailand builds border wall after Cambodia clashesThailand is constructing a border wall following recent clashes with Cambodia. This indicates escalating tensions and border security measures between the two nations.straitstimes.com · Singapore
HEALTH5d agoData centres sprouting in Thailand fuel fears of public health impactAt a market in Bangkok, stallholders say they had no idea initially about a boxy structure covered in gunmetal grey panels that was quickly built and installed opposite their stalls. According to them, nauseating oil began to waft through the area, where a hospital is also located, several months ago along Rama XI, an arterial road in the heart of the Thai capital, prompting complaints that led to the revelation that a new data centre might have been set up. More worryingly for the stallholders,...South China Morning Post
HEALTHSep 9Thailand investigates after British influencer dies following penis enlargement operationThe case has reignited debate about medical tourism, with Thailand a leading destination for visitors from abroad seeking healthcare, including cosmetic procedures.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 9Thailand to Mandate Strict ID Verification for Social Media AdsThailand plans to enforce stringent ID verification requirements for social media advertisements. This new regulation aims to increase transparency and accountability in online advertising.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
CYBERSep 812 South Koreans arrested in Thailand scam centre crackdownThai authorities arrested 12 South Koreans and a Chinese national accused of running a scam call centre from a high-end rented house south of Bangkok, police said on Tuesday. The alleged scammers “entered Thailand from a neighbouring country and were hiding in Samut Prakan province, renting a luxury house”, Thai police said in a statement, without naming the country. Cambodia and Myanmar, which border Thailand, have become hubs for criminal groups operating fake romance, investment and other...South China Morning Post
HEALTHSep 7Thailand Eliminates Rubella as a Public Health Problem“The World Health Organization today announced that Thailand has been verified for eliminating rubella as a public health problem, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to protect children, women and families from vaccine-preventable diseases. Rubella, also known as German measles, is a contagious viral infection. Rubella infection during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, stillbirth […] The post Thailand Eliminates Rubella as a Public Health Problem appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
BUSINESSSep 7Thailand headline inflation quickens to 2 . 53 pct in AugustThailand's headline inflation accelerated to 2.53 percent in August. This indicates a notable change in the country's economic conditions.laosnews.net · United States
MILITARYSep 6US aircraft carrier leaves Thailand | The Manila TimesA US aircraft carrier has departed from Thailand. This signifies a movement of military assets, which can indicate shifts in regional presence or operational focus.manilatimes.net · Philippines
MILITARYSep 6US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln departs Thailand after port callThe US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln has departed Thailand after completing a port call. This represents a routine movement of a US naval asset in the region.straitstimes.com · Singapore
MILITARYSep 6US aircraft carrier departs Thailand after five days of crew restEl USS Abraham Lincoln partió de Tailandia tras una escala polémica por su prolongada misión y condiciones a bordo, según denuncias en EE.UU.Durante la visita, la seguridad se reforzó en Pattaya, y se reportaron pocos incidentes, salvo un altercado entre marineros el primer día.Clarín
HEALTHSep 5Nigerian-British businessman dies after penis enlargement procedure in ThailandUbiribo began experiencing chest pain and twice lost consciousness while having a massage with his wife, Danielle Simba Allen, after the procedure The post Nigerian-British businessman dies after penis enlargement procedure appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHSep 4Thailand suspends building of 49 data centres as resource strain concerns growThailand’s embrace of data centres hit a speed bump after the government suspended construction of 49 server farms as public concerns about the power-hungry facilities’ impact on communities intensify. The projects were halted to give officials time to develop new industry regulations, expected to be announced in a month, Danucha Pichayanan, secretary general of the National Economic and Social Development Council, said at a press briefing on Friday. Danucha spoke after the first meeting of the...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 4How US military presence spurred Pattaya’s rise into Thailand’s city of pleasureThe Amazon deliveries stopped reaching the USS Abraham Lincoln in February as it entered the conflict zone with Iran. A few weeks later – much to the chagrin of the sailors on board – even that most American of meals, the hamburger, was compromised by supply shortages when burger buns ran out. But as they unwind on their first shore leave in 286 days, the 5,000 crew of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier are finding out what tens of thousands of their forebears already knew: Pattaya will...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 4USS Lincoln crew hits the streets of Thailand's Pattaya after nine-month deploymentUS sailors and Marines streamed into the Thai resort city of Pattaya Thursday after a record-breaking nine months at sea. Local police said there had so far been no major incidents connected to the 5,000-strong contingent of US service members, though two sailors were sent back to the ship after a drunken bar brawl.France 24 [en]
WORLDSep 3Leaders of Thailand and Singapore perform Beatles song, “Let It Be”Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong performed the Beatles song.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYSep 3After 286 days at sea , US aircraft carrier visits Thailand for well - deserved R & RA US aircraft carrier has arrived in Thailand for rest and recreation after being at sea for 286 days. This marks a significant stop for the naval vessel and its crew.hawaiitribune-herald.com · United States
MILITARYSep 3Hello , sailors ! USS Lincoln port - deprived troops finally get to hit the town in Thailand Sin City Troops from the USS Lincoln, after being port-deprived, are finally visiting a town in Thailand. This describes a morale-boosting port call for military personnel.independent.co.uk · United Kingdom
WORLDSep 3From gym workouts to shopping, Thailand’s friend-for-hire does it all for a fee“Friend-for-hire” services have started taking off in Thailand as the country’s social landscape changes with an ageing population and a rise in the number of unmarried people. The service is a new type of gig work in which people are paid to act as companions, for instance accompanying someone on a trip to take photos or even joining them in indoor rock climbing. Although no official figures are available, industry players say demand for professional companions has increased in recent years due...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 2USS Abraham Lincoln reaches Thailand after 9 months at seaThe port visit comes amid reports of severe emotional strain and poor conditions on board following nine months at sea.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 2Lakeland Industries wins contract to supply firefighting gear to Thailand airportsLakeland Industries has secured a contract to provide firefighting equipment to airports in Thailand. This represents a new business deal for the company in the region.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYSep 2 A fever dream : USS Abraham Lincoln crew arrive in Thailand after record stint at sea | US militaryThe crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln, a US military vessel, has arrived in Thailand after a record-setting period at sea. This marks the conclusion of a significant deployment for the naval ship.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
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