Yearly Archives: 2016
New German ambassador calls in at Thai Garden Resort
After a business meeting at Pattaya City Hall recently, the new German ambassador, H.E. Peter Pruegel and his entourage were guests of Gerrit...
Pattaya hospital showcases its services and facilities
Dr. Pichit Kangwolkij (centre), CEO of Bangkok Hospital Group - Eastern Region, welcomed top administrators of the King Prajadhipok Institute’s Good Governance Certificate...
South Korean ambassador discusses ways to increase bilateral cooperation
BANGKOK-The South Korean ambassador met with Prime Minister’s Office Minister M.L. Panadda Disakul at the Government House to promote bilateral cooperation in various areas. ...
Deputy PM Somkid: Thai economy will grow by 2.8% – 3%...
BANGKOK - Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Chatusripitak has expressed his satisfaction with last year’s economic growth and predicted that the Thai economy will expand...
Energy consumption in Thailand to rise by 3% this year
BANGKOK - The Ministry of Energy has forecast that energy consumption in the country will rise this year, as global oil prices continue to...
Police builds case against Blink Hackers Group
BANGKOK – Police have finished collecting evidence to prosecute the group of hackers who defaced several police websites. Commander of the IT Support Division...
Commerce Ministry keeps 41 products on price control list
BANGKOK – The central committee on prices of goods and services under the Ministry of Commerce has resolved to keep 41 items under its...
Assistance measures issued for rubber farmers, price hike still unfeasible
BANGKOK – The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has adopted aid measures for rubber planters after turning down their request for an increase in...
British man arrested for possessing child pornography
The Royal Thai Police arrested a British man on Tuesday, January 6, 2016 on charges of possessing pornographic images of children in Fang District...
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From tourists to residents, Thailand is quietly changing
PATTAYA. Thailand - Thailand has always been good at attracting people. For decades, visitors have come for the obvious reasons: climate, affordability, food, and...
From imagination to reality, Pattaya unveils a striking new art wall landmark
PATTAYA, Thailand – What began as a creative idea on a screen has now become a real-world landmark in the heart of Pattaya. A...
When danger is everywhere, Pattaya motorcycle crashes no longer shock
PATTAYA, Thailand – A late-night fatal crash involving a foreign motorcyclist near Mabprachan Reservoir has once again exposed the uncomfortable reality of road safety...
Pattaya’s road repairs promise smooth travel but deliver bumps and frustration
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City has repeatedly promised smoother, safer roads, but for many residents and daily road users, the reality on the ground...
Cyber Police bust illegal e-cigarette production hub run by Chinese national in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand — Cyber Crime Police have dismantled a large-scale illegal e-cigarette operation in central Pattaya, arresting a Chinese national and seizing thousands of...