New Thai government… what about expats and tourism? : Tim Newton Today - August 25

[webfact]

 

Thailand News - Thailand's new PM meets with outgoing prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as the transition of government takes place, predictions of some policies from the new government on expats and tourism from Pattaya Mail, warnings about scams surrounding the 10,000 baht digital wallet scheme from Pheu Thai, new airports recommended for Chiang Mai and Phuket, Chiang Mai immigration police nab a German wanted for serious crimes back in his home country.

 

Tim Newton Today is a daily take on Thai and regional news and issues of interest to expats and foreign tourists.

 

 

[Trippy]

A lot of guessing, and blah blah blah.

The art of talking while saying nothing is alive and well.

[Liquorice]

1 hour ago, Trippy said:

A lot of guessing, and blah blah blah.

The art of talking while saying nothing is alive and well.

Yep, blah, blah, blah!

[RichardColeman]

Oh, well, guess the visa agent could be a little more in the coming years - that said fingers crossed for a 'right to stay' visa for those of us that are married ! (yeah, i know , no hope)

[mfd101]

Contrary to what some expats seem to think, I don't suppose expats are in the top 500 items on Srettha's to-do list.

[Gknrd]

Depends on China. 

[Pouatchee]

9 hours ago, Trippy said:

A lot of guessing, and blah blah blah.

The art of talking while saying nothing is alive and well.

its called waffling...

[scorecard]

2 hours ago, mfd101 said:

Contrary to what some expats seem to think, I don't suppose expats are in the top 500 items on Srettha's to-do list.

Depends.

 

His real focus is revenue from property development and sales.

 

I rather doubt he cares who buys or what that means for Thai culture etc.

 

But maybe it old mean he reduces the red tape for foreigners to buy. 

[zzaa09]

9 hours ago, Trippy said:

A lot of guessing, and blah blah blah.

The art of talking while saying nothing is alive and well.

Indeed.

Appears to be Mr. Newton's forte......over and again.

Yet, many are still hypnotized. 

[observer90210]

Nothing will improve if the visa issues remain such a hassle with all the supporting documents required. Not to mention further issues with consulates abroad.

 

A clever and pragmatic compromise would be to grant 90 day stay with no immigration hassle or question on the visa waiver that is currently only 30 days. (let's dream)

 

TM30 issues are also a pain in the neck and should be able to be done online for all as currently only businesses/home renters can do so online (unless i am mistaken).

Edited August 25, 2023 by observer90210

[fondue zoo]

Tim, be quiet, we don't want the circus to notice us.

Acting tough to protect Siam from foreign infidels is an easy go-to headline grabber for some here.

[keithsimmonds]

3 hours ago, mfd101 said:

Contrary to what some expats seem to think, I don't suppose expats are in the top 500 items on Srettha's to-do list.

Maybe we should be as at least 80billion baht approx is sitting in there banks.?

[mfd101]

2 minutes ago, keithsimmonds said:

Maybe we should be as at least 80billion baht approx is sitting in there banks.?

80B under threat of being withdrawn by terrified expats?

[observer90210]

28 minutes ago, mfd101 said:

80B under threat of being withdrawn by terrified expats?

Not to mention those who could rush and try to sell their property perhaps.

[Ralf001]

Yawn.

[roo860]

11 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Thailand News - Thailand's new PM meets with outgoing prime minister Prayut Chan-o-cha as the transition of government takes place, predictions of some policies from the new government on expats and tourism from Pattaya Mail, warnings about scams surrounding the 10,000 baht digital wallet scheme from Pheu Thai, new airports recommended for Chiang Mai and Phuket, Chiang Mai immigration police nab a German wanted for serious crimes back in his home country.

 

Tim Newton Today is a daily take on Thai and regional news and issues of interest to expats and foreign tourists.

 

 

Keith who?

[Liquorice]

2 hours ago, observer90210 said:

TM30 issues are also a pain in the neck and should be able to be done online for all as currently only businesses/home renters can do so online (unless i am mistaken).

You're mistaken.