Category: General

Cambodians Rush Home as Chong Chom Border Briefly Opens

Chong Chom: More than 500 Cambodians returned to their country at the Chong Chom border crossing in Surin Province after the Cambodian side opened the border crossing for a brief 30 minutes. According to Thai News Agency, the crossing, located in Dan Subdistrict, Kap Choeng District, saw a large influx

DSI and Customs Department Uncover Massive E-Cigarette Smuggling Operation

Laem Chabang: The Department of Special Investigation (DSI), in collaboration with the Customs Department, successfully intercepted a large shipment of smuggled e-cigarettes at Laem Chabang Port, highlighting an ongoing effort to curb illegal cigarette smuggling and distribution. According to Thai News Agency, the Revenue Department and DSI received intelligence about

ONCB Reports Surge in Marijuana and Kratom Users Post-Decriminalization

Bangkok: The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has observed a significant increase in marijuana and kratom users following their decriminalization, according to recent research findings. ONCB Secretary General Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat Lakboon highlighted that the number of users has doubled since the substances were removed from drug

Cannabis Business Owners Criticize Government’s New Cannabis Control Order

Pattaya: Cannabis entrepreneurs are expressing concerns over the Ministry of Public Health’s recent announcement that cannabis is not free, which they argue will adversely impact the economy and tourism. They are urging the government to implement relief measures, highlighting significant investments already made in the industry. According to Thai News

Cambodia’s Strict Border Policy Leaves Students Stranded

Surin: Cambodia remains firm in its decision not to permit children to cross the border to study in Thailand, despite Thailand’s efforts to open a border crossing on humanitarian grounds. According to Thai News Agency, the closure of the Chong Chom border checkpoint in Surin Province has disrupted the routine