Author: Wadi

No Exodus Despite Disputes All 1,350 Cambodian migrant workers in Buri Ram province have decided to stay despite escalating Thai-Cambodian border tensions, as reported on June 21, 2025. Buri Ram Employment Office chief Somchai La-ongthong confirmed that none of the workers, primarily employed in construction, have requested to return home, highlighting their commitment to job security in Thailand. Employment Landscape in Buri Ram Diverse Migrant Workforce Buri Ram hosts 3,681 registered migrant workers from Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar, with Cambodians forming the largest group at 1,350. Most work in construction, followed by agriculture, domestic roles, and other sectors. Somchai noted…

26 Thais Detained Overnight Thai army patrols apprehended 26 Thai nationals attempting to cross into Cambodia illegally on June 20, 2025, in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, despite a recent military ban, as reported on June 21, 2025. The operation, conducted by the Burapa Task Force, targeted unauthorized crossings amid heightened border tensions, revealing the allure of casino jobs in Poipet. Patrols Intercept Small Group Tambon Tha Kham Arrests In tambon Tha Kham, soldiers detained three men crossing via the Phrom Hot canal, carrying backpacks. The group admitted to working at a Poipet online casino for eight months, earning 18,000…

Thai Marines Respond Swiftly On June 20, 2025, Thai marines in Chanthaburi province temporarily opened the Ban Phak Kad border checkpoint to facilitate the emergency transfer of a critically ill Cambodian woman suffering from sepsis, as reported on June 21, 2025. The operation, prompted by a Cambodian request, underscores humanitarian cooperation amid ongoing Thai-Cambodian tensions, showcasing Thailand’s commitment to saving lives. Urgent Request from Cambodia Lack of Medical Resources Cambodian authorities contacted Thai officials at 8:30 PM on June 20, 2025, seeking urgent assistance for a woman whose condition could not be treated locally due to insufficient medical equipment and…

Thief Steals Millions in Valuables A brazen burglar struck four luxury villas in Phuket’s Thalang district on June 17, 2025, making off with valuables worth over 2 million baht, police reported on June 21, 2025. The heist, captured on security footage, has heightened concerns among Phuket’s residents and tourists, spotlighting vulnerabilities in the island’s high-end accommodations. Security Footage Reveals Culprit Black-Clad Suspect Scales Wall Video evidence from Ban Yamu in Pa Khlok subdistrict shows a man dressed in black scaling a villa’s perimeter wall at 7:45 PM. The suspect, seen surveying the area before leaping into the property, systematically targeted…

Poipet Shortages Drive Demand A severe fuel shortage in Cambodia’s Poipet has sparked a wave of cross-border travel into Thailand’s Sa Kaeo province, with hundreds of Cambodians crossing the Thai-Cambodian Friendship Bridge on June 21, 2025, to buy cheaper fuel. The influx, causing congestion at Aranyaprathet’s immigration checkpoint, reflects growing desperation as Poipet grapples with soaring fuel prices and frequent power outages. Escalating Fuel Prices in Cambodia Thai Fuel Offers Cost Relief Fuel prices in Poipet have skyrocketed to 48–50 baht per liter for petrol and 38–40 baht for diesel, compared to Thailand’s more affordable 41.54 baht and 31.94 baht,…

Seven Suspects Apprehended Thai authorities arrested seven Vietnamese nationals on June 20, 2025, in Pathum Thani’s Lam Luk Ka district for running an illegal online loan business targeting Vietnamese borrowers. The operation, uncovered after a tip from housing estate security guards, involved high-interest loans advertised on social media, with police seizing computers and evidence during a raid, as reported on June 21, 2025. Suspicious Activity Sparks Investigation Coordinated Police Operation The raid was prompted by reports of suspicious behavior, with security noting foreigners moving computers into a residential house. Immigration, cybercrime, and tourist police units collaborated to execute the search.…

Leaked Call Triggers Backlash Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the nation’s youngest leader at 38, is struggling to maintain her grip on power less than a year after taking office, as reported on June 21, 2025. A leaked June 15, 2025, phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen, in which she criticized a Thai military commander, cost her the Bhumjaithai Party’s support, leaving her Pheu Thai-led coalition with a fragile parliamentary majority. Resignation as a Strategic Exit New PM Vote Looms Paetongtarn could opt to resign to defuse escalating tensions, allowing Pheu Thai or an ally to nominate a…

Eastern, Northeastern, Southern Regions at Risk Thailand is bracing for significant rainfall through June 21, 2025, with the Thai Meteorological Department warning of heavy downpours in the eastern, northeastern, and southern regions. A strengthening southwesterly monsoon over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand, combined with a low-pressure system in northern Vietnam, is driving the surge, raising concerns about flash flooding and related hazards, as reported on June 20, 2025. Regional Weather Breakdown Thunderstorms Dominate Key Areas The northeastern region faces thunderstorms across 60% of its area, with heavy rain expected in provinces like Nong Khai, Udon Thani, and Ubon…

Foreign Ministry Issues Warning On June 20, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an urgent advisory for Thai nationals in Iran and Israel to leave immediately due to escalating violence between the two nations. Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa emphasized the need for swift action, as the conflict, marked by missile exchanges since June 13, shows no signs of de-escalation, posing severe risks to civilian safety in both countries. Embassy Support Mobilized Safe Exit Plans Activated Thai embassies in Tehran and Tel Aviv are on high alert, facilitating rapid departures for citizens. Currently, 35 Thais in Iran are sheltered in…

AoT Approves Temporary Extension Airports of Thailand (AoT) announced on June 20, 2025, a six-month extension for The Mall Group’s contract to manage commercial operations in Don Mueang Airport’s Terminal 2, effective from May 1 to October 31, 2025. The decision, approved by AoT’s board, ensures continuity while a new operator is selected, maintaining revenue flow at one of Thailand’s busiest domestic hubs. Commercial Areas Under Management Diverse Retail Offerings The Mall Group oversees two key commercial zones on the third floor of Terminal 2. The first, spanning 952.33 square meters, features souvenirs, personal care products, medicines, lifestyle goods, jewelry,…