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Tensions flare as activists threaten to evict Cambodians
Read more: Tensions flare as activists threaten to evict CambodiansTensions flared on Friday in a sensitive border area of Sa Kaeo province, after ultra-nationalist activist Veera Somkwamkid led a group of people to demand the removal of Cambodian settlers from Thai territory.
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Thai govt launches tourism push for border provinces
Read more: Thai govt launches tourism push for border provincesThe government has launched a new tourism stimulus programme called “Check-in Fin Wow: East X Northeast” to boost tourism and revitalise local economies in seven border provinces along the Thai–Cambodian frontier.
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Thaksin: Let military ‘complete their mission’
Read more: Thaksin: Let military ‘complete their mission’Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra denies a family feud is behind the Thai-Cambodian border conflict, saying the military must be given a free hand to “complete their mission” before any talks can take place.
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Floodwaters swamp Sukhothai town after sandbag wall collapses
Read more: Floodwaters swamp Sukhothai town after sandbag wall collapsesThe sudden collapse of a sandbag embankment along the Yom River sent floodwaters rushing into Sukhothai town on Saturday, inundating government offices and local communities with water levels as high as 40 centimetres.
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What luxury property buyers really want
Read more: What luxury property buyers really wantWith affluent consumers seeking an emotional connection and alignment with their values, these demands require real estate agents to evolve.
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King extends patronage to strife-hit
Read more: King extends patronage to strife-hitHis Majesty the King has graciously offered royal patronage to all those injured during the clashes in the Thailand-Cambodia border area. The royal support will also be extended to help restore the homes affected by the fighting.
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Thailand calls for UNSC support
Read more: Thailand calls for UNSC supportThailand has officially submitted a letter to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), presenting evidence that Cambodia initiated the armed conflict in the latest exchanges of gunfire between the two countries.
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Border fighting sparks global concern
Read more: Border fighting sparks global concernThe United States, China and Japan have expressed grave concern and urged de-escalation following renewed clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, while France also joined the call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a peaceful resolution.
