THAILAND

Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

WASHINGTON – In a tense and revealing moment during the confirmation hearing for the Trump administration’s newly nominated Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, struggled to name the ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The exchange … Continue reading Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

BANGKOK – The abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing in Thailand has dealt a significant blow to the country’s tourism industry, particularly ahead of the peak Lunar New Year travel season. Wang’s disappearance from Mae Sot, a Thai border city, … Continue reading Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

Thailand Achieves Milestone of 35 Mio Visitors in 2024

BANGKOK – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has proudly announced that the country has surpassed its target of 35 million international visitors in 2024, generating over 1.8 trillion Baht in tourism revenue. This landmark achievement not only marks a … Continue reading Thailand Achieves Milestone of 35 Mio Visitors in 2024

Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami

BANGKOK/JAKARTA – On December 26, 2004, a catastrophic earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered one of the deadliest tsunamis in modern history, claiming the lives of nearly 230,000 people across 14 countries, with Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand … Continue reading Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami

A Dazzling Fusion of Light, Culture, and Innovation

BANGKOK – Bangkok has become a beacon of nighttime tourism with the launch of the Bangkok Illumination Festival 2024, a spectacular event designed to showcase the city’s cultural vibrancy and innovative spirit. Hosted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) … Continue reading A Dazzling Fusion of Light, Culture, and Innovation