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Proposed B1,000 departure tax would apply to air travellers leaving Thailand, including Phuket

Thailand is consulting on a proposed departure tax of B1,000 for every air departure, with the measure applying to travellers of all nationalities if enacted.

Filipino motorcyclist killed in truck collision on Thepkrasattri Road

A 57-year-old Filipino man died after a truck struck his motorcycle from behind at a pedestrian crossing in Thalang, police said.

Thailand and US discuss transport and energy during Phuket naval visit

Thai and US officials discussed port modernisation, aviation, cybersecurity and energy cooperation as more than 5,000 US Navy personnel visited Phuket.

Phuket seeks second incinerator as waste pressure grows

Officials have identified a potential site near Phuket International Airport for a second incinerator as the province’s waste volumes strain existing disposal facilities.

UPDATE: Thailand-EU FTA talks near finish after 10th round in Phuket

Thailand and the EU have completed the 10th round of FTA talks in Phuket, with most negotiating text substantially concluded but market access and policy issues still requiring further talks.

Kathu volunteers make sandalwood flowers for tribute to Queen Mother

Government agencies, partner organisations and residents joined a volunteer activity at Wat Kathu to make sandalwood flowers for a regional tribute ceremony.

Ayara Kamala unveils luxury wellness rebrand in Phuket

Ayara Kamala Resort & Spa has announced a new brand direction focused on luxury wellness, Thai design and holistic wellbeing on Phuket’s Kamala coast.

Filipino family travelling from Phuket crashes in Surat Thani, killing 3-year-old boy

A three-year-old Filipino boy was killed and three family members injured when their Phuket-registered Mitsubishi Pajero crashed into a temple wall in Surat Thani.

17-year-old Russian tourist found unconscious after Phuket road crash

A Russian teenager reported missing after leaving accommodation in Bang Tao was found unconscious in a Phuket hospital following a road accident.

Phuket governor makes public appearances after return to island

Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom visited the USS George H.W. Bush and met Phuket International Airport’s new general manager on 6 October.

Phuket’s Nene Royal to voice lead character in Disney’s Hexed

Sixteen-year-old Thai rocker Nene Royal will make her acting debut as Billie Doe in the Thai-language version of Disney’s animated film Hexed, due in Thai cinemas on 26 November.