swissie Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 The wold in turmoil. (once more). As a long term Farang in the Isaan, how much attention you and your family pays to increasing "international disruptions"? Possibly, eventually affecting Farangs and their families in the Isaan? Especially if "international disruptions" would make it hard to transfer monthly funds to Thailand from the "old country"? Any plan b) or other remedies in such a case? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mfd101 Posted April 17 Popular Post Share Posted April 17 I transfer money from Oz every month. I figure Oz is less likely to be 'disrupted' than most countries but anything's possible. No point in worrying too much about what could happen but probably won't, particularly if there's not much you could do about it anyway. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissie Posted April 17 Author Share Posted April 17 1 hour ago, mfd101 said: I transfer money from Oz every month. I figure Oz is less likely to be 'disrupted' than most countries but anything's possible. No point in worrying too much about what could happen but probably won't, particularly if there's not much you could do about it anyway. It's more about what the "locals" think about the happenings of the world and how it could possibly affect them. With or without the support of Farangs. History shows, that Thailand has not been affected by any colonial "power plays". Thus making it possibe to stay away from "international disturbances", as they have done successfully in the past, possibly benefitting long term Farangs, if they play their cards right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Korat Kiwi Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 2 minutes ago, swissie said: It's more about what the "locals" think about the happenings of the world and how it could possibly affect them. With or without the support of Farangs. History shows, that Thailand has not been affected by any colonial "power plays". Thus making it possibe to stay away from "international disturbances", as they have done successfully in the past, possibly benefitting long term Farangs, if they play their cards right. AND??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissie Posted April 17 Author Share Posted April 17 9 minutes ago, Korat Kiwi said: AND??? Are you playing your cards right? = AND ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 2 hours ago, swissie said: The wold in turmoil. (once more). elaborate..and how this would affect bank transfers... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfd101 Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 7 hours ago, swissie said: It's more about what the "locals" think about the happenings of the world and how it could possibly affect them. With or without the support of Farangs. History shows, that Thailand has not been affected by any colonial "power plays". Thus making it possibe to stay away from "international disturbances", as they have done successfully in the past, possibly benefitting long term Farangs, if they play their cards right. So you've really answered your own question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olmate Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Hope you dont imagine the locals will not pull thru without your coins?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hummin Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 9 hours ago, swissie said: The wold in turmoil. (once more). As a long term Farang in the Isaan, how much attention you and your family pays to increasing "international disruptions"? Possibly, eventually affecting Farangs and their families in the Isaan? Especially if "international disruptions" would make it hard to transfer monthly funds to Thailand from the "old country"? Any plan b) or other remedies in such a case? If that the case I go back, if I can We have about 6 months reserve we can extend to one year if necessary. But if international disruptions, everything can change dramatic, also the safety conserning foreigners. We also have live stock we can feed on, and land we grow vegetables and fruit. So almost self sufficient 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yosib157 Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Trying not to be cynical, but 'my' adopted family and all other locals I know have only a little or no knowledge of world events nor any geographical perspectives. Most are not even aware of what's happening in the next village. I don't have a 6 month reserve but same as Hummin wrote, we can cut many corners if necessary and almost live off the land. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunsetT Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Cash under the mattress! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 I have a year's reserve here, thanks to the new tax proposals. Property to be sold could stretch things out for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnet1900 Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 I don't watch the news and have no idea what's happening. Suits me just fine because these disputes have been going on since time begun. I don't want to know how hot it will be next week or the rising price of fuel because I can't do a thing about it and have no option but to accept it. I don't listen to sceptical bs unless there are facts and evidence in front of me. Call it ignorance but ignorance is bliss. Say what you like about Thai attitudes to world affairs...all I know is that I've not met one who doesn't sleep well. I wouldn't give it any thought. Carry on as you are and remember, if you have options you have a good life. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacnl2000 Posted Monday at 07:01 AM Share Posted Monday at 07:01 AM “East or West, home is best” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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