Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri)
Nahost-Konflikt erschüttert Pattayas Wirtschaft – erste Auswirkungen spürbar
PATTAYA, Thailand – Am 22. Juni 2025 hat sich die angespannte Lage im Nahen Osten drastisch verschärft: Die USA sollen Israel bei der Bombardierung...
Wie der Israel-Iran-Konflikt ausländische Rentner in Thailand finanziell unter Druck setzt
PATTAYA, Thailand – Während sich der Nahe Osten erneut im Spannungszustand befindet, nachdem sich die Auseinandersetzungen zwischen Israel und Iran verschärft haben, sind die...
Middle East conflict sends shockwaves through Pattaya’s business sector
PATTAYA, Thailand - As of June 22, 2025, the world has witnessed a sharp escalation in the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran. In...
How the Israel-Iran conflict is quietly squeezing foreign retirees in Thailand
In recent days, as the Middle East once again finds itself on edge following the intensifying skirmishes between Israel and Iran, the ripple effects...
How to retire safely in Thailand
Introduction
Retirement in Thailand has long been a dream for many foreigners seeking warmer weather, affordable living, and a gentler pace of life. Cities like...
Trump 2.0 vs. Retirement Visas in Thailand
What Retirees Must Know (May–June 2025 Update)
In early 2025, two major developments emerged that could significantly impact American retirees living in Thailand. On one...
Professional insights into how “Trump 2.0” is shaping costs, portfolios and visas...
Prologue What Makes “Trump 2.0” Different?
“Trump 1.0” relied on broad, product‑focused tariffs (Sections 232/301). “Trump 2.0” pivots to Section 899, invoking emergency tax powers to brand foreign tax regimes...
DTV Digital Nomad Visa: A new opportunity for remote workers in...
PATTAYA, Thailand - Did you know that Thailand now offers a Digital Nomad Visa (DTV)? This new visa presents an exciting opportunity for digital...
Thai divorce demystified: A foreign husband’s guide to fair outcomes
I’m sharing this story because I’ve often seen foreign men misunderstand how the Thai legal system works in divorce cases, especially when they’re married...
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Trump, war and the rebalancing of global power (Part One)
BANGKOK, Thailand - The debate surrounding Donald Trump - his rhetoric, leadership style, and even his age - continues to dominate headlines. Yet beneath...
Blue crab prices soar as rising fuel costs hit Pattaya and Sattahip seafood businesses
PATTAYA, Thailand – Seafood operators in the Samae San area of Sattahip District are facing severe cost pressures as rising oil prices continue to...
City officials answer how homeless in Pattaya get drugs and why they end up...
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya city officials led by Director of the Administrative Division, have intervened to assist a homeless woman with the goal of...
Pattaya’s homeless crisis persists as wealth gaps keep streets populated
PATTAYA, Thailand – For decades, Pattaya has faced a recurring challenge with homelessness, a situation that continues to test local authorities and communities. Officials...
Inside Job! Pattaya condo owners warned after technicians arrested in influencer safe theft
PATTAYA, Thailand – Police have arrested two condominium technicians accused of stealing a large safe belonging to a well-known Thai influencer after allegedly targeting...