Arrest of Chinese suspect in Thailand reveals transnational crime
SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026
Police seized a weapons cache from a Chinese suspect in Chon Buri, revealing links to identity laundering and a transnational crime syndicate operating in Thailand.
Thai police investigate related suspects over Chinese man hiding arms
SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026
Authorities have detained a shooting range instructor and a Royal Thai Navy officer for questioning regarding their alleged roles in supplying M4 and C4 weapons to a Chinese
Foreign minister concerned over Chinese man’s weapons cache, may review visa-free stay
SATURDAY, MAY 09, 2026
Sihasak Phuangketkeow says Thailand may discuss cutting visa-free stays for Chinese tourists from 60 to 30 days after a Chinese man was found with war weapons.
Japan steps up defence equipment export drive in Southeast Asia
WEDNESDAY, MAY 06, 2026
Japan’s defence minister is using a Southeast Asia tour to promote revised export rules, while Indonesia signals interest in cooperation under the new framework.
Second Army Area releases footage alleging Cambodian forces use Preah Vihear area as military base, stockpiling weapons
SATURDAY, JANUARY 03, 2026
Thailand’s Second Army Area says new video footage shows Cambodian troops and structures in the Preah Vihear area, including anti-tank rockets similar to those seized at Hill 500, as border monitoring continues.
Second Army commander inspects seized Cambodian weapons at Hill 350
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2025
The Second Army Area commander visited Hill 350 and Prasat Ta Kwai at midnight to inspect weapons and military equipment seized from a Cambodian position.