Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri)
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...
A Relaxed Morning with Taxes and Pensions
On this bright and peaceful morning, I sat on my balcony with a hot cup of coffee, reflecting on the upcoming start of the...
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City Hall teams patrol Pattaya beach to remove illegal hanging items and improve order
PATTAYA, Thailand – City officials in Pattaya are continuing efforts to improve cleanliness and public order along the city’s beachfront areas, including the removal...
Sedan crashes into roadside electrical cabinet on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – Authorities in Pattaya responded to a traffic accident on May 24 after a sedan lost control and crashed into a roadside...
Foreign tourist flees Pattaya convenience store after alleged theft scuffle
PATTAYA, Thailand – A chaotic confrontation at a convenience store in Pattaya has gone viral on May 23 after a foreign tourist accused of...
Poramet takes campaign trail to Ton Krabok community with ‘We Love Pattaya’ team
PATTAYA, Thailand – Poramet Ngampichet has officially stepped onto the local campaign trail, leading candidates from the “We Love Pattaya” group into communities across...
Husband watches helplessly as wife drowns while retrieving fishing net in Pattaya pond
PATTAYA, Thailand – A 60-year-old woman drowned in a large pond in Pattaya late on May 23 while attempting to retrieve a fishing net,...