https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around Thailandenamerica's sure looking great these days...Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:00:40 +0000AnalphabeticThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:56:36 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/chinese-workers-held-in-phuket-crackdown-r2377/Thai authorities have arrested 16 Chinese site supervisors and 62 Myanmar workers during an inspection of a construction project in Phuket, following allegations of possible foreign nominee business activity. The operation was carried out on 18 June 2026 and resulted in multiple alleged immigration and employment law violations being identified. Get today's headlines by email The inspection was launched after residents in Phuket reported suspicious activity at a construction development where Chinese nationals were allegedly working as engineers and site supervisors, while most labourers were Myanmar nationals. The information was passed to the Command for the Control and Resolution of New Forms of Security Threats and Suppression of Associated Crimes across the 14 southern provinces. Officials coordinated with personnel from the 41st Military Police Battalion, the 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, and other relevant agencies to inspect the Ayana Heights Seaview Residence Phuket project. Initial checks found several alleged breaches of the law. Authorities arrested 16 Chinese nationals accused of working under the wrong visa category. They also detained 62 Myanmar workers who were unable to provide evidence of lawful entry into Thailand. All suspects were separated for legal proceedings and transferred to Cherng Talay Police Station for further action. Investigators will prepare case files for submission to the Phuket Provincial Court in accordance with legal procedures. Following completion of court proceedings, all foreign workers involved will be handed to the Phuket Immigration Office for deportation from Thailand. The operation follows public complaints regarding possible foreign involvement in business activities through nominee arrangements. Authorities said investigations are continuing to establish the full facts and determine whether additional offences relating to foreign business operations have occurred. NBT reported that officials are also expanding the inquiry into matters connected with the activities of foreign nationals involved in the project. Authorities stated that any violations discovered during the ongoing investigation will be dealt with strictly under Thai law. Picture courtesy of NBT Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now NBT 19 June 2026Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:56:34 +0000Thai authorities have arrested 16 Chinese site supervisors and 62 Myanmar workers during an inspection of a construction project in Phuket, following allegations of possible foreign nominee business activity. The operation was carried out on 18 June 2026 and resulted in multiple alleged immigration and employment law violations being identified. Get today's headlines by email The inspection was launched after residents in Phuket reported suspicious activity at a construction development where Chinese nationals were allegedly working as engineers and site supervisors, while most labourers were Myanmar nationals. The information was passed to the Command for the Control and Resolution of New Forms of Security Threats and Suppression of Associated Crimes across the 14 southern provinces. Officials coordinated with personnel from the 41st Military Police Battalion, the 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, and other relevant agencies to inspect the Ayana Heights Seaview Residence Phuket project. Initial checks found several alleged breaches of the law. Authorities arrested 16 Chinese nationals accused of working under the wrong visa category. They also detained 62 Myanmar workers who were unable to provide evidence of lawful entry into Thailand. All suspects were separated for legal proceedings and transferred to Cherng Talay Police Station for further action. Investigators will prepare case files for submission to the Phuket Provincial Court in accordance with legal procedures. Following completion of court proceedings, all foreign workers involved will be handed to the Phuket Immigration Office for deportation from Thailand. The operation follows public complaints regarding possible foreign involvement in business activities through nominee arrangements. Authorities said investigations are continuing to establish the full facts and determine whether additional offences relating to foreign business operations have occurred. NBT reported that officials are also expanding the inquiry into matters connected with the activities of foreign nationals involved in the project. Authorities stated that any violations discovered during the ongoing investigation will be dealt with strictly under Thai law. Picture courtesy of NBT Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now NBT 19 June 2026 View full articleThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:56:34 +0000Poor Thailand. So many drunken, penny less foreigners. Feel sorry for the tuk tuk driver and family. Perhaps his career has been destroyed ☹️Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:56:26 +0000got it. you post iranian propagandaThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:52:37 +0000The United States has ended its naval blockade of Iran after Washington and Tehran signed an agreement aimed at ending the regional conflict, even as Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, said President Donald Trump had pursued the deal “out of desperation”. Get today's headlines by email US Central Command confirmed that enforcement of the blockade had ceased in line with presidential instructions. The move follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) designed to halt hostilities across the Middle East. Blockade Lifted Following AgreementUnder the agreement, military operations are to stop immediately on all fronts and the strategically important Strait of Hormuz is to reopen. In a written statement carried by Iranian media, Khamenei said he had initially opposed the agreement but ultimately allowed it to proceed after receiving assurances from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Iran Signals Support but Expresses ReservationsHe said officials involved in negotiations had acted with “sincere concern and goodwill” and argued that Trump had used every available form of leverage to secure the deal. While noting that future face-to-face talks between Tehran and Washington were expected, Khamenei stressed that such negotiations would not signify acceptance of the US position. The statement marked the first public response from the supreme leader since the agreement was announced. Khamenei has not appeared publicly since taking office in March after the death of his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei, who was killed during US-Israeli strikes on Iran in February that helped trigger the wider conflict. Further Negotiations PlannedUS Vice-President JD Vance defended the agreement, saying Iran would not receive sanctions relief or financial benefits unless it fully complied with its commitments. According to Vance, the MoU has already entered into force, beginning a 60-day period of additional negotiations. He said he was likely to travel to Switzerland for technical discussions but added that arrangements were still being worked out. An official signing ceremony had been scheduled in Switzerland on Friday. However, mediator Pakistan said the event was cancelled because the agreement had already been signed remotely. Despite that change, US and Iranian officials are still expected to meet in Switzerland for further talks. The MoU requires Iran to demonstrate compliance, including eliminating its stockpile of enriched uranium and showing that it will no longer support proxy groups in the region, before receiving any benefits. Israeli Concerns and Ongoing ViolenceTrump did not directly address Khamenei’s remarks but said he expected a ceasefire to take hold across the region, including between Israel and the Iran-backed organization Hezbollah in Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasised the importance of maintaining close ties with Washington, saying the US had stood “shoulder to shoulder” with Israel during the conflict. His comments came amid criticism of the agreement from members of his cabinet. Responding to those concerns, Vance argued that opponents of the deal had failed to offer a workable alternative. In separate remarks, he identified Israeli ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich as critics of the accord. The 14-point agreement includes commitments to end fighting across the region, lift the blockade, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and establish a $300 billion reconstruction and development fund for Iran, although the United States is not obligated to contribute. Despite the agreement, violence has continued. Israel and Hezbollah have both carried out attacks since the deal was announced. Strikes reported in Lebanon on Thursday killed three people. Israel maintains that its campaign against Hezbollah is separate from its conflict with Iran, while Hezbollah has rejected the terms of the US-Iran agreement. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 19 June 2026 View full articleThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:50:46 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/putin-hosts-asean-leaders-at-kazan-gala-dinner-r2376/Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his wife attended a gala dinner hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, on 17 June 2026, ahead of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit. The event formed part of celebrations marking the 35th anniversary of relations between ASEAN and Russia and brought together heads of state and government from ASEAN member countries. Get today's headlines by email Anutin, who also serves as Interior Minister, travelled to Kazan with an official delegation to participate in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit taking place from 16-19 June 2026. The summit is being held to commemorate 35 years of cooperation and diplomatic relations between ASEAN and the Russian Federation. Earlier on 17 June, the Thai prime minister attended the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum, a platform designed to promote trade and investment cooperation between Russia and ASEAN member states. The forum focused on strengthening business links and exploring new economic opportunities between the two sides. Picture courtesy of Amarin Later that day, Anutin and his wife joined the gala dinner hosted by Putin. The reception was held at the Galiasgar Kamal Tatar State Theatre and served as an official welcoming event for ASEAN leaders and government representatives attending the summit. Guests also attended a cultural performance during the evening programme. The event was one of the key activities scheduled before the formal ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit sessions due to begin the following day. The gathering highlighted ongoing engagement between Russia and ASEAN countries as both sides seek to expand economic, political and cultural cooperation. The gala dinner provided an opportunity for leaders and delegates to meet informally before the start of official summit discussions. Amarin reported that the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit is expected to focus on regional cooperation, economic partnerships and broader engagement between Russia and ASEAN member states. Outcomes from the meetings and business discussions are expected to shape future collaboration between the two sides as they mark the 35-year milestone in their relationship. AQOu1aQ-6mdokuyktGe6mnAABV-I0xRn_cQzA9G7zxDA25gySF_xNYj0fcUIXEvSV3ktTb9GeRD-IAI2vtPdXobqhMvz-xBqNoVD5Johiw.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 19 June 2026Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:48:08 +0000Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his wife attended a gala dinner hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, on 17 June 2026, ahead of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit. The event formed part of celebrations marking the 35th anniversary of relations between ASEAN and Russia and brought together heads of state and government from ASEAN member countries. Get today's headlines by email Anutin, who also serves as Interior Minister, travelled to Kazan with an official delegation to participate in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit taking place from 16-19 June 2026. The summit is being held to commemorate 35 years of cooperation and diplomatic relations between ASEAN and the Russian Federation. Earlier on 17 June, the Thai prime minister attended the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum, a platform designed to promote trade and investment cooperation between Russia and ASEAN member states. The forum focused on strengthening business links and exploring new economic opportunities between the two sides. Picture courtesy of Amarin Later that day, Anutin and his wife joined the gala dinner hosted by Putin. The reception was held at the Galiasgar Kamal Tatar State Theatre and served as an official welcoming event for ASEAN leaders and government representatives attending the summit. Guests also attended a cultural performance during the evening programme. The event was one of the key activities scheduled before the formal ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit sessions due to begin the following day. The gathering highlighted ongoing engagement between Russia and ASEAN countries as both sides seek to expand economic, political and cultural cooperation. The gala dinner provided an opportunity for leaders and delegates to meet informally before the start of official summit discussions. Amarin reported that the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit is expected to focus on regional cooperation, economic partnerships and broader engagement between Russia and ASEAN member states. Outcomes from the meetings and business discussions are expected to shape future collaboration between the two sides as they mark the 35-year milestone in their relationship. AQOu1aQ-6mdokuyktGe6mnAABV-I0xRn_cQzA9G7zxDA25gySF_xNYj0fcUIXEvSV3ktTb9GeRD-IAI2vtPdXobqhMvz-xBqNoVD5Johiw.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 19 June 2026 View full articleThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:48:08 +0000I don't kick a man whilst he's down so I won't. Make America Great Again !Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:47:57 +0000Wow, your local knowledge is unbelievable.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:42:52 +0000Don't download them, save them. Also could use Screen recorder if you really want itThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:36:07 +0000The Ukrainian trolling is epic. Want to prove your drones work, here's today's raid on moscowThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:22:57 +0000She's changed her tune quite considerably. Undoubtedly a strong woman who experienced awful things and was hugely critical of Yaxley-Lennon for jumping on her bandwagon. She did a lot to expose them. She was even verbally attacked by YL supporters for saying this was white people too. She said this on Newsnight seven or so years ago. “If they’re going to talk about child rape they should be talking about it as a whole and not just by Pakistani Muslims. “The majority of paedophiles are actually white males.” She added, “When you get people like Britain First and Tommy Robinson saying we exposed Rotherham and other places, well no you didn’t. The people who exposed scandals are survivors." Curious to know why she has changed. Now she only wants to talk about Muslims. https://socialistworker.co.uk/news/tommy-robinson-s-racists-turn-on-rotherham-survivor/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:12:08 +0000There's one or two members here that were around back then. Perhaps they could comment on this thread.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:09:40 +0000Despite the ICE detainer,I think this one will be in the USA for a long long time if convicted.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:07:47 +0000Albania offers generous visa-free stays for Americans. Don't overlook this up and coming gem of the Balkans folks.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:06:43 +0000the usual suspects will minimize, spin or defendThu, 18 Jun 2026 20:04:17 +0000Tick tock - Why keep pressing your luck? https://www.dailymail.com/health/article-15906821/The-terrifying-number-patients-suffered-Covid-jab-complications-revealed-NHS-pharmacist-left-paralysed-vaccine-takes-life.html Uploading Attachment...Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:02:36 +0000Oh please. ANA is just marching to the orders of the WEF cabal. Air travel must be discouraged and eventually made too much a hassle to even bother. You will own nothing, stay in your 15 minute city and be happy. Other carriers to fall in line soon. PREPARE.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:01:02 +0000Well, mobile services are getting cheaper in Canada. I think it's on par with Thailand now. I get true unlimited 5G with Rogers (no cap, no throttling) for around 90 bucks tax included and this includes a brand new s26 financing for 2 years. So a brand new phone, unlimited 5G for about 2100 baht per month. This phone in thailand costs 34,000 baht. Cheap internet and faster speeds than Thailand. Also McDouble combo is still 5 bucks. No such prices in Thailand. And the best part.... wifey and I just got approved for free dental! Thank u Canada take care and billing expat pensioners in Thailand to meke benefit of glorious nation of Canada and its struggling citizenry. I will make sure every dollar goes towards my mouth.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:00:11 +0000He is rightly suspected of failure to assist a person in danger. If it realistically appears he didn't know the lad had fallen, he should walk free.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:58:19 +0000Nice viewing, strong woman. She spoke about those calling her far right, go to hell to those leftists, Wokes. These weirdos are destroying the west with their mental illness. I've noticed we have a few of those type here. I'm a far right and proud of it. far right extremists.mp4Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:50:44 +0000"The alleged RINGLEADER of the failed terror attack targeting UFC Freedom 250 is an ILLEGAL ALIEN". "He FAILED to leave the country when his B2 tourist visa expired in 2001. He was granted DACA by the Obama administration". Somthin tells me he won't be smiling much longer if found guilty of coordinating a terror attack. https://x.com/DHSgov/status/2067594272602312941?s=20 The story is based on a Homeland Security X postThu, 18 Jun 2026 19:44:25 +0000hahaha....loser.....all you can is screech hysterically as trump beats your garbage philosophy back into the sewers looooooooser.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:44:01 +0000