Russians Dominate Phuket Work Permits

[Video News]

 

The following transcription features top news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia, as presented on Good Morning Thailand with hosts Alex and Jay. Coverage includes topics ranging from Russians dominating Phuket work permits to Vietnam bracing for an economic blow from new US tariffs.

 

1. Russians Dominate Phuket Work Permits
Russians now hold 25% of all foreign work permits in Phuket, marking a shift toward long-term residency.

 

2. Fraud Accusation Ends in Police Station Jump
A Thai man accused of fraud by actress Kana jumped from a Bangkok police station’s third floor during questioning.

 

3. German Arrested for Bike Theft in Phuket
Police in Chalong arrested a German Muay Thai trainee for allegedly stealing a motorbike and possibly an iPhone.

 

4. Ayutthaya Bus Crash Injures 21 Workers
A factory shuttle bus overturned into a ditch in Ayutthaya, injuring 21 passengers. Police are hunting the driver.

 

5. TikTok Star Slammed for Ignoring Injured Dog
After a crash in Chiang Mai, influencer Nungty faces backlash for allegedly leaving a stray dog injured at the scene.

 

6. Flash Floods Paralyse Samut Prakan
Torrential rain caused major flooding in Samut Prakan, bringing traffic to a standstill on multiple roads.

 

7. Malaysia Leads ASEAN Push Against US Tariffs
PM Anwar says Malaysia will head ASEAN’s united response to new US tariffs, calling for regional solidarity.

 

8. Cambodia Challenges US Tariff Claims
PM Hun Manet says the US’s 97% figure is misleading and offers tariff cuts on US goods as a goodwill move.

 

9. Sara Duterte Returns Amid Political Tensions
Sara Duterte is back from The Hague after supporting her father at the ICC, as her own Senate trial looms.

 

10. Vietnam Braces for Economic Blow from US Tariff
Vietnam warns a 46% US tariff could derail its 8% GDP target, pushing for talks and possible import increases.