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  1. News

    1. Thailand News

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      Thailand News in English covering national and regional stories from across the kingdom. Get breaking news, politics, business, crime, tourism, and local updates as they happen, with clear reporting and timely analysis from every region of Thailand.

      • 60,425 visits to this link
      KhunLA
      Swastika Tattoo Provokes Heated Exchange at Thai Restaurant
      KhunLA,
      Video News
      Thailand Unveils New Campaign to Expand Health and Wellness Tourism
      Video News,

    2. Thailand News - Discussion

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      Latest Thailand news discussion, your trusted source for Thailand News in English – daily headlines on politics, crime, business & society. Have your Say !

      • 4,367,176 posts
      unblocktheplanet
      Foreigner Challenges Swastika Tattoo at Thai Restaurant
      unblocktheplanet,
      GammaGlobulin
      Australian Arrested at Bangkok Airport Over Pattaya Murder
      GammaGlobulin,

    3. World News

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      All the latest world news headlines and stories from around the world brought to you daily

      • 25,324 visits to this link
      CharlieH
      CharlieH,
      CharlieH
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    4. World News - Discussion

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      World News Discussion Forum for expats & travellers to discuss global headlines and world events.

      • 1,925,204 posts
      unblocktheplanet
      Texas ICE protesters get 30- to 100-year sentences
      unblocktheplanet,
      unblocktheplanet
      U.S. Supreme Court to Decide Fate of AR-15 Bans
      unblocktheplanet,

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      • 47,962 visits to this link

  2. Thailand's Most Popular Forums

    1. Thailand Visa and Immigration Forum

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      Thailand visas: tourist, retirement, education, marriage, TM30, 90-day, extensions and more

      • 1,467,543 posts
      Off Piste
      Still 60 day?
      Off Piste,
      Liquorice
      Blue bank refusal to issue Immigration bank letter
      Liquorice,

    2. Thailand Travel

      Thailand Travel forum for tourists, expats, and travellers exploring Thailands hidden gems and must-see destinations.

      • 239,623 posts
      CharlieH
      Top 3 Conscious Festivals in Thailand - 2026 Guide
      CharlieH,
      Rockyroad
      Domestic airline
      Rockyroad,

    3. ASEAN NOW Community Pub

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      Join members, travellers, nomads & expats in the Community Pub. Less rules more chat, banter and talk about life in Thailand or just listen to the gossip.

      • 1,868,831 posts
      khunPer
      What do we all really need?
      khunPer,
      Patong2021
      Siem Reap vs Thailand
      Patong2021,

  3. Regional Community Forums

    1. Northern Thailand Forum

      Northern Thailand, including the cultural gems of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, as well as the Isaan area.

      • 1,036,775 posts
      novacova
      Car camera
      novacova,
      Bill97
      Cobra Joe
      Bill97,

    2. Central Thailand Forum

      Discover Bangkok: Thailand’s cultural and economic heart with landmarks and food.

      • 568,328 posts
      Direction
      Do any supermarkets sell straight Tteok?
      Direction,
      ravip
      Luggage Repair- Wheel Replacement?
      ravip,

    3. Eastern Thailand Forum

      Eastern Seaboard and the city of Pattaya, is famous for its stunning beaches, lively nightlife, and diverse recreational activities. 

      • 1,147,357 posts
      kickstart
      2ND Hand Motorbike
      kickstart,
      sandyf
      Hotel Areca opening date
      sandyf,

    4. Southern Thailand Forum

      Explore Thailand’s islands: Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Krabi, Phuket.

      • 862,143 posts
      khunPer
      July 2nd, Power cut Bang Rak-area, land-side moo 4 from 9am to 16pm
      khunPer,
      Priorexpat
      Airport Taxi and traffic
      Priorexpat,

    5. Western Thailand Forum

      Known for their relaxed atmosphere, these coastal towns offer a perfect escape with beautiful beaches and golf courses.

      • 74,159 posts
      Off Piste
      World Cup 2026 Has anyone seen a live game on TV yet?
      Off Piste,
      Olmate
      Criminal lawyer recommended
      Olmate,

  4. Thailand Life - Community Forums

    1. Thailand General Chat

      Thailand Forum for expats & visitors to discuss culture, life, and daily tips and experiences.

      • 1,699,735 posts
      rumak
      Technology, Data Centers, and Life without Parole
      rumak,
      Maybole
      Anyone pickle? no not pickle ball
      Maybole,

    2. The Marketplace

      Asean Now Marketplace is the ideal space to Sell your items.

      Free Membership * Free Listing * NO FEES * Link to your wbesite

       

       

      • 1 post

    3. Thailand Cannabis Forum

      Discuss all things related to Cannabis - from legislation to medicinal marijuana in Thailand. 

      LEGISLATION CHANGES IN THAILAND - MEDICINAL USE ONLY!

      • 14,051 posts
      BilllyGOAT
      Latest Crackdowns on Vendors
      BilllyGOAT,
      rice555
      Thailand Seedbanks
      rice555,

    4. Health and Medicine

      Thailand Health Forum for expats, locals & travellers sharing medical experience and help

      • 396,237 posts
      Beat666
      Lower back pain - injections, experiences, recommendations
      Beat666,
      Sigmund
      Doctors in Thailand - Approach with some caution
      Sigmund,

    5. Food in Thailand

      Thailand Food Forum for cuisine lovers, expats & street food enthusiasts.

      • 99,622 posts
      Luuk Chaai
      What are you having for Dinner tonight?
      Luuk Chaai,
      Yellowtail
      What did you have for breakfast?
      Yellowtail,

    6. Property & Finance

      Thailand Property & Finance Forum for expats and anyone managing money or property.

      • 695,356 posts
      Darken
      Trends in Crypto Exchange Services
      Darken,
      Explorator en Action
      Buying a Condo owned by a Company - Legal?
      Explorator en Action,

    7. Home Improvements & Energy

      Home improvements, DIY, Electrical installation, and alternative energy systems.

      • 173,522 posts
      Hummin
      Building costs
      Hummin,
      Jaggg88
      Filter paper for LG Inverter AC
      Jaggg88,

    8. Insurance in Thailand

      Thailand Insurance Forum: health, travel, car & property coverage

      AA Insurance Brokers - schedule a call with an expert today.

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      • 25,367 posts
      khunPer
      Accident Only Insurance Over 65?
      khunPer,
      CharlieH
      Is your Thai health insurance renewal due a co-payment?
      CharlieH,

    9. Thailand Motor Forum

      Cars, motorcycles, law, traffic rules, driver's licenses, routes, all things petrol, diesel, and EV

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      • 610,110 posts
      DaRoadrunner
      International Driving Permit for Long-Term Visitors in Thailand
      DaRoadrunner,
      Pib
      Electric Vehicles in Thailand
      Pib,

    10. Internet, Computers, Communication, Technology

      • 534,788 posts
      topt
      3BB cannot connect to hsbc.co.uk or express.co.uk
      topt,
      Packer
      3bb router stopped showing 2.4G, only 5G. I need 2.4G
      Packer,

    11. More Community Forums

      • 437,168 posts
      BarraMarra
      Is it coming home.
      BarraMarra,
      garygooner
      Terminal CKD Cat - What can I Expect During Natural Death?
      garygooner,

  5. From the World

    1. Home Country Forum

      Pensions, regulations, and laws from Home countries that affect expats living in Thailand. 

      • 115,335 posts
      KhunHeineken
      Australia - The Lucky Country - On borrowed money.
      KhunHeineken,
      BarraMarra
      Two Tier Policing and other justice in the UK.
      BarraMarra,

    2. Other ASEAN Countries

      News, Visa Information and General Chat from Phillipnes,Cambodia,Vietnam,Myanmar  and other Asean countries.

      • 100,457 posts
      Purdey
      Myanmar’s education crisis leaves 6m children out of school
      Purdey,
      geovalin
      Charity concert revives Beat Richner’s vision in Siem Reap
      geovalin,

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      • 52,833 visits to this link

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      If you have a technical issue or a question about how to use the forum, please post here or email us at support[at]aseannow.com

      • 59,981 posts
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      Notifications on AN
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