Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has directed government agencies to set up designated smoking areas in Thai airports, aligning with international norms and responding to concerns raised by foreign tourists, said government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub on Tuesday. In a The Nation report, Jirayu stated that the prime minister informed the Cabinet that many international visitors were […]
Thailand’s Department of Disease Control (DDC) has commented that schools should not be closed to control the “seasonal surge of COVID-19”, as proper screening and isolation measures suffice to limit the spread within education entities. In a Bangkok Post article, Spokesperson for the DDC Dr. Jurai Wongsawat said on Wednesday that the cluster outbreaks of […]
A 48-year-old passenger bound for Cebu was arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 for making a bomb joke. In an Inquirer news report, the Philippine National Police Aviation Security Group (PNPAVSEG) released a statement on Monday that the incident happened last Sunday. “Passenger reportedly made a comment suggesting the presence of […]
In a fight to stay “alive” in the airport, regular taxi drivers who are stationed at Suvarnabhumi airport threatens to block entry and exit points if the government fails to step in and remove Grab’s pick up points at the said airport. In a Bangkok Post article, about 50 taxi drivers began rallying outside the […]
The Ministry of Public Health (MPH) together with the National Health Security Office (NHSO), will offer free influenza vaccinations to seven high-risk groups at all medical facilities countrywide until August 31. The vaccines protect against three major strains, A (H1N1), A (H3N2) and B (Victoria lineage). In a The Nation article, the government has procured […]
No Filipino have been affected by the recent rise of COVID-19 cases in Thailand, according to Philippine Ambassador to Thailand Millicent Paredes. In an Inquirer.net news article, Ambassador Paredes made the remark on Wednesday following a recent spike in COVID 19 cases among several Southeast Asian countries including Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand. In an […]
After successful trials over the past few weeks, the Ministry of Interior has confirmed the nationwide launch of the Cell Broadcast Emergency Alert System for July 2025. The system is aimed to deliver real-time emergency notifications on disasters, earthquakes, tsunamis, storms, floods, landslides and even severe air pollution covering a specific area or location. In […]
The Philippine Embassy in Thailand invites everyone to visit the Philippines booth at the THAIFEX-Anuga Asia, this May 27-31, at the Hall 11, Impact Muang Thong Thani in Bangkok. The pavilion will house the Philippine delegates from different government and private sectors, while showcasing Filipino products made for export. Staff and officials from the Department […]
Tiktok influencer ShayanparsTV, is under fire among Thai netizens after he posted a video of himself dragging a loudspeaker and playing music at high volume inside the MRT train. In a Bangkok Post article, the video may have occurred on May 11 at the Klong Toey Station. In the video, a Thai passenger is heard […]
The Social Development Office (SDO) has announced measures to combat the return of COVID19, especially for preschool development centers Bangkok-wide. In a Bangkok Post article, Kanjana Phupipatthanaphon, SDO Director, highlighted the importance of following the DMHT measure – distancing, mask wearing, hand washing and temperature checks – to ensure the safety of children, volunteers, teachers, […]
The Civil Aviation Board is pushing for more compensation for travelers whose flights are delayed or cancelled without prior notice, starting May 20. In a Bangkok post report, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) on Monday said that “assistance will be improved for affected travellers who have already arrived at airports and are not […]
A video clip of a woman, identified to be an Israeli citizen, has sparked widespread backlash after she refused to respect the rules of a local restaurant on Koh Pangan. In a Khaosod English post, the tourist in question refused to follow the restaurant’s rule on removing her shoes before entering the premises. The female […]
Thai Cabinet has approved online renewals, or e-renewals, for driver’s licenses without visiting for physical tests for eligible drivers, as set by a criteria by the Department of Land Transport, Tuesday, April 22. In a The Nation report, the approved draft ministerial directive allows drivers in “normal physical condition” to renew their licenses. However, the […]
2 Filipino tourists were injured in a landslide in Haew Narok Waterfall in Khao Yao due to a landslide caused by heavy rains on Wednesday, April 16. In a The Nation report, the section where the two Filipinos were injured has now been closed off to visitors. According to the Chief of the Khao Yao […]
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has announced that starting April 14, 2025, all documents needing Apostille certification can now submit their documents online through the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), and may not need to visit the DFA center. For documents like Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Advisory on Marriage and Certificate of No Marriage Record […]
The operator of NAIA is proud to announce new improvements especially for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)! In a post, there is now a dedicated OFW Immigration area, under the Manila International Airport Authority. “Departing OFWs no longer need to line up at the regular counters”, said the post. Upcoming developments include a “special rest area […]
