Bangkok police ban gatherings near IMF-World Bank meeting venues
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026
Bangkok police have banned gatherings near the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, One Bangkok Forum and 22 hotels from October 10 to 20 for IMF-World Bank meetings.
Police expose alleged Chinese nominee network behind 33 luxury homes
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026
Thai police have targeted an alleged Chinese-backed nominee network accused of using 33 companies to acquire luxury homes in Bangkok worth more than 1.275 billion baht.
Thailand updates criminal record check rules for foreign applicants
SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026
Thailand requires fingerprint-based criminal record checks for nine procedures, including permanent residence, stay extensions and nationality applications.
Fatal Lat Phrao fire puts wiring and exit claims under scrutiny
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
Bangkok police are investigating whether negligence, arson or an electrical fault caused the fatal Lat Phrao fire, as the BMA opens applications for financial assistance.