Thailand

New Vientiane-Udon Thani Bus Route to Launch on 9 September

Thailand has just announced the launch of a new bus route connecting Laos’ Vientiane and Thailand’s Udon Thani International Airport, via Udon Thani city, strengthening cross-border travel links between the two countries. The Thai Transport Company (BKS), Thailand’s state-owned intercity and cross-border bus operator, will begin operating the service on...

Laos Hands Over 34 Thai Nationals in Seventh ST Vegas Transfer

On 2 September, Lao authorities handed over 34 Thai nationals to Thai authorities at...

Van Crash in Thailand Kills Two Lao Nationals, Injuries 12

A passenger van carrying 14 Lao nationals crashed and caught fire in Thailand's Roi...

Seven Dead, 15 Injured in Thailand School Shooting

Seven people have died, including a student gunman, after a shooting at a school...

Laos Deports 32 Thai Nationals After ST Vegas Raid

Laos has deported 32 Thai nationals following a major police operation at the ST...

Myanmar Earthquake: Casualties Increase, Rescue Efforts Continue

Days after the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, the epicenter and hardest-hit areas continue to face widespread destruction and a rising death toll. The earthquake,...

Lao Man Arrested in Thailand for Unauthorized Employment as Driver

A Lao man was arrested in Huai Khwang zone, Thailand on 1 April for engaging in unauthorized work as a driver for Thai citizens.  Thai...

China Urges Firms to Follow Laws After Bangkok Building Collapse

AFP - China's embassy in Bangkok called on Chinese companies operating abroad to comply with local laws after a Chinese construction firm came under...