With the sudden influx of Russians and Ukrainian citizens in SE Asia, including places like Phuket, Pattaya and Bali, the Indonesia government say they are reviewing the Visa On Arrival privileges. Thai Banks will not be affected by the failure of 2 US banks over the past week. Four new airlines in Thailand, big and small, vying for a place in the already-busy skies. Phau Thai says there will be no coalition with Palang Pracharat. Chinese triads and co-operation from some Thai police and immigration officials has caused the huge visa and 'grey business' scandal in Thailand.

 

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Has there ever been a Government that actually said the banks have a problem, go get your money out?