Thai-Nepali association backs cultural tourism cooperation in Phuket
The Thai-Nepali Association’s Phuket branch discussed cultural activities and tourism cooperation with Governor Chotinrin Kerdsum on 3 September.
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Phuket governor seeks consular cooperation on safety and sustainability
Phuket Governor Chotinrin called for cooperation between authorities, consular representatives and businesses on safety, economic regulation, waste management and tourism in the province.
People's Party says Phuket MP must explain real-estate nominee case
Deputy leader Parit Wacharasindhu says the People's Party will not protect Somchat Techathaworacharoen and expects him to explain the case and co-operate with authorities.
Bang Tao Beach eviction notices posted after Supreme Court ruling
Officials posted notices ordering occupants of disputed land at Bang Tao Beach to vacate the area after a Supreme Court ruling.
Phuket hosts Young BPW Asia-Pacific symposium from 27-30 August
Phuket is hosting a regional symposium for business and professional women, with delegates attending from across the Asia-Pacific.
Cannabis inspections in Bang Tao lead to three licence revocations
Authorities inspected 11 cannabis establishments in Bang Tao, revoking three licences and ordering six others to suspend operations.
Phuket old town festival showcases Peranakan heritage through light
The free festival runs from 23 to 29 August at Phuket’s Chartered Bank intersection, with nightly projection-mapping shows celebrating Baba–Peranakan culture.
Phuketwan journalist Chutima Sidasathian dies at 44
Award-winning investigative journalist Chutima Sidasathian, who faced legal action over her reporting for the Phuket-based outlet Phuketwan, has died in Austria aged 44.
Rangsiman says People’s Party will not shield Phuket MP over allegations
People’s Party deputy leader Rangsiman Rome says allegations involving Phuket MP Somchat Techthawornjaroen should be examined separately by the relevant agencies.
Kusoldharm Phuket honours Te Krajard tradition with 3,000 food sets
The Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation prepared 3,000 sets of rice and dried food for a twice-yearly merit-making event linked to Phuket’s Por Tor festival.
UPDATE: Freedom Beach remains closed after German tourist dies at sea
Phuket’s Freedom Beach remains closed to visitors, sightseers and swimmers while officials monitor dangerous monsoon conditions after a German tourist died at sea.