Thai Mother Wanted in Tokyo Trafficking Case

The transcription below features news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia, hosted by Alex and Jay on the Good Morning Thailand program. Coverage includes a range of reports, from severe flooding hits 17 central provinces to Phuket tourism surges with strong Russian arrivals.

1. Thai Mother Wanted in Tokyo Trafficking Case
A Thai woman is wanted by authorities for allegedly trafficking her 12-year-old daughter to Tokyo, where the girl was forced to work in a massage parlour. Thai and Japanese police are treating the case as international trafficking and investigating possible accomplices.

2. Severe Flooding Hits 17 Central Provinces
Heavy floods have inundated 17 provinces across central Thailand, disrupting transport and affecting millions of rai of farmland. Authorities have issued flood alerts along the Chao Phraya River as relief teams race to assist affected communities.

3. Floating Market Vendor Fined for Overcharging Tourists
A vendor at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market was fined for overcharging South Korean YouTubers for clothing. The incident has prompted officials to tighten pricing transparency among market sellers to ensure fair treatment for all visitors.

4. Foreign Tourist Arrested for Dangerous Stunts in Phuket
Police in Phuket arrested a foreign motorcyclist after videos showed him performing reckless stunts on public roads. The arrest follows a broader crackdown on unsafe behaviour to protect both locals and tourists on the island.

5. Australia and Indonesia Sign New Security Pact
Australia and Indonesia have announced a new bilateral security treaty aimed at strengthening defence cooperation and regional stability. The pact will include regular consultations and mutual assistance in response to shared threats.

6. Vietnam Nears New Trade Deal With the U.S.
Vietnam expects to finalise a new trade agreement with the United States soon. The deal will address tariffs and expand market access, marking a step forward in economic cooperation between the two nations.

7. Bangkok Housing Prices Fall as Developers Offer Discounts
Bangkok’s housing prices dipped in Q3 2025 as developers launched aggressive discounts to boost sluggish demand. Analysts expect the property market to remain cool into next year amid rising inventories and economic uncertainty.

8. Phuket Tourism Surges With Strong Russian Arrivals
Phuket’s tourism industry is booming again, welcoming over four million visitors so far this year. A sharp rise in Russian travellers has fuelled the recovery, reinforcing Phuket’s status as one of Asia’s top resort destinations.