Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Attend the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, April 2025
In a significant development for regional cooperation in South Asia and Southeast Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is confirmed to visit Thailand to participate in the BIMSTEC summit scheduled for April 2-4, 2025. The summit, set to convene in Bangkok, will bring together leaders from the member countries of the…
Thailand Secures Historic Gold and Multiple Medals at Paris Olympics
Thailand now ranks 31st at the Paris Olympics, with a total of 1 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze medals. This achievement underscores the nation’s prowess in various sports on the global stage. Paris 2024 Olympics – Taekwondo – Women -49kg Victory Ceremony – Grand Palais, Paris, France – August…
Thailand announces longer visa stays to boost economy
Visa exemption extended to 60 days for nationals of 93 countries/territories, visa on arrival now available for 31 countries/territories, while newly-launched digital nomad visa offers stays up to 180 days. Bangkok Aerial Photograph and Chao Phraya River, Bangkok Bangkok, 16 July 2024 – Thailand has announced new stimulus visa measures to…
Festivals and Events in Thailand – July 2024
This month sees cultural performances to commemorate the 6th Cycle Birthday Celebration of HM King Rama X, and Buddhist festivals to mark the Asanha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa Day, as well as many other wonderful festivals and events taking place. Thailand is organising the “Celebrations on the Auspicious Occasion…
Suzuki to Halt Car Manufacturing in Thailand, Focus on Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Suzuki Motor Corp has announced it will stop manufacturing cars and trucks in Thailand by the end of next year, shifting its focus to producing electric and hybrid vehicles in other locations. This decision to close the Rayong plant, established 12 years ago with a production capacity of 60,000 units annually and employing around 800 people, is part of Suzuki’s broader strategy to align with global carbon neutrality and electrification goals.
Thai PM to Visit India, Boost Strategic Partnership
The Thai government is prepared to enhance Thai-Indian relations, anticipating that this year’s planned visit to India will elevate the partnership to a strategic level. Prime Minister Modi welcomed Srettha’s upcoming visit and expressed his intent to attend the BIMSTEC meeting in Thailand in September, seeing it as an opportunity to further develop bilateral cooperation and economic ties.