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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.

      • 58,352 visits to this link
      Jim Blue
      Thai Businessman Recovers Nearly 400,000 Baht Stolen During Flight
      Jim Blue,
      Bredbury Blue
      Possible Thousand-Year-Old Temple Ruins Located on Lake Island
      Bredbury Blue,

    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 !

      • 4,365,191 posts
      smedly
      Foreigner Linked to Suitcase Body Probe in Pattaya
      smedly,
      Georgealbert
      Worker Falls From Chiang Rai Hospital Building Site
      Georgealbert,

    3. World News

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

      • 25,097 visits to this link
      CharlieH
      CharlieH,
      CharlieH
      CharlieH,

    4. World News - Discussion

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

      • 1,922,866 posts
      pomchop
      Maxwell Challenges Conviction After Epstein Files Release
      pomchop,
      pomchop
      Trump's incompetency & idiocy
      pomchop,

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      Sign up for our daily newsletter and get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox!

       

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      • 47,826 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

      • 1,467,383 posts
      Liquorice
      More New Forms.
      Liquorice,
      DrJack54
      TTB Bank paperless system - implications for extension applications
      DrJack54,

    2. Thailand Travel

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

      • 239,599 posts
      gomangosteen
      AGODA (again)
      gomangosteen,
      treetops
      Gotogate - are they reliable?
      treetops,

    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.

      • 1,867,260 posts
      hotandsticky
      Word Association - 2026
      hotandsticky,
      Off Piste
      Two Tier Policing and other justice in the UK.
      Off Piste,

  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.

      • 1,036,768 posts
      Off Piste
      Places to EAT around Chiang Mai - reviews and discussion
      Off Piste,
      Joel Barlow
      Cobra Joe
      Joel Barlow,

    2. Central Thailand Forum

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

      • 568,325 posts
      msbkk
      New MRT cards for foreigners?
      msbkk,
      gennady28
      Luggage Repair- Wheel Replacement?
      gennady28,

    3. Eastern Thailand Forum

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

      • 1,147,158 posts
      cochran
      Trying to locate a band?
      cochran,
      SAFETY FIRST
      What Happened to dogs Control in Jomtien?
      SAFETY FIRST,

    4. Southern Thailand Forum

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

      • 862,134 posts
      danfoss5000
      Krabi Builders
      danfoss5000,
      khunPer
      June 27th, Power cut Bo Phut-area from 8:30am to 17:00pm
      khunPer,

    5. Western Thailand Forum

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

      • 74,153 posts
      Liquorice
      World Cup 2026 Has anyone seen a live game on TV yet?
      Liquorice,
      novacova
      Criminal lawyer recommended
      novacova,

  4. Thailand Life - Community Forums

    1. Thailand General Chat

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

      • 1,699,594 posts
      rattlesnake
      Dissolving Illusions > Disease, Vaccines, and the Forgotten History
      rattlesnake,
      brewsterbudgen
      OPINION: Why international kids who grew up in Thailand don’t speak Thai
      brewsterbudgen,

    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
      CharlieH
      Welcome to the Asean Now Marketplace
      CharlieH,

    3. Thailand Cannabis Forum

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

      LEGISLATION CHANGES IN THAILAND - MEDICINAL USE ONLY!

      • 14,049 posts
      rice555
      Thailand Seedbanks
      rice555,
      BilllyGOAT
      Latest Crackdowns on Vendors
      BilllyGOAT,

    4. Health and Medicine

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

      • 396,143 posts
      3NUMBAS
      Healthy and sustainable diet? - Heres How !
      3NUMBAS,
      Sheryl
      Average cost of in-patient operations RECENTLY paid in hospitals
      Sheryl,

    5. Food in Thailand

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

      • 99,609 posts
      KhunLA
      What are you having for Dinner tonight?
      KhunLA,
      Ralf001
      What are you Snacking on now?
      Ralf001,

    6. Property & Finance

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

      • 695,164 posts
      oldcpu
      Tax law
      oldcpu,
      advancebooking
      Do I have to pay tax when selling bitcoin in Thailand?
      advancebooking,

    7. Home Improvements & Energy

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

      • 173,510 posts
      TimBKK
      Building a house in Thailand (Rides 4 Kickz)
      TimBKK,
      KhunLA
      Filter paper for LG Inverter AC
      KhunLA,

    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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      • 25,337 posts
      CharlieH
      Is your Thai health insurance renewal due a co-payment?
      CharlieH,
      topt
      Is your Thai health insurance renewal hiding a co-payment?
      topt,

    9. Thailand Motor Forum

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

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      • 610,045 posts
      brfsa2
      Electric Vehicles in Thailand
      brfsa2,
      DodgerRodger
      International Driving Permits for Long-Term Car Rental – Issues?
      DodgerRodger,

    10. Internet, Computers, Communication, Technology

      • 534,716 posts
      Rams86
      VPN subscription only to watch World Cup?
      Rams86,
      FigLeaf
      Windows 10 Security Updates extended until the 12th of October 2027
      FigLeaf,

    11. More Community Forums

      • 437,141 posts
      MIke B Bad
      Abandoned, Derelict, Decaying Locations Around Thailand
      MIke B Bad,
      John_s
      Can a female dog get pregnant when not in heat?
      John_s,

  5. From the World

    1. Home Country Forum

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

      • 115,284 posts
      nglodnig
      Trying to get Proof of Life cert signed for CH pension - rules changed
      nglodnig,
      Galong
      2026 SSA 7162 Proof of Life & Other SSA Matters
      Galong,

    2. Other ASEAN Countries

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

      • 100,400 posts
      karonbeach
      IndiGo and Firefly halt Siem Reap flights
      karonbeach,
      Burma Bill
      Myanmar conscription drives surge in human trafficking
      Burma Bill,

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      • 52,677 visits to this link

    3. Forum Support Desk

      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

      • 59,977 posts
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      Notifications on AN
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      wil iam not
      Looking at comment made on my posts (little bell at top left)
      wil iam not,

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