Three former division commanders of the Immigration Bureau (IB) have taken bribes for approving visas for more than 3,325 Chinese nationals, according to former politician and massage parlour tycoon Chuwit Kamolvisit.
The Tourism and Sports Ministry reportedly postponed its plan to seek cabinet approval for its proposal to allow some night entertainment venues to open beyond the 2am closing time.
A points deduction system for traffic violations will begin on Jan 9 next year, with the loss of all points resulting in a 90-day suspension of drivers’ licences.
The tourism industry has to brace for uncertainties from domestic politics, world conflicts and higher competition next year.
Police arrested another alleged triad boss during raids in Bangkok and eight provinces on Wednesday, as the purge of Chinese gangs operating “grey businesses" in Thailand continued.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said he is considering a move to join the newly-established United Thai Nation Party (UTN) or Ruam Thai Sang Chart.
Fifa has threatened to end Thailand's broadcasting of World Cup 2022 final matches if the kingdom fails to meet its standard encryption of broadcasting signals.
Two more Chinese suspects allegedly involved in a businessman's kidnapping in Pattaya were arrested on Tuesday.
