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DDPM deploys tsunami warning buoys
DDPM deploys tsunami warning buoys
PHUKET: With just one month until the 20th anniversary of the devastating tsunami of Dec 26, 2004 that killed hundreds of thousands of people, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) yesterday (Nov 25) launched a mission to deploy tsunami warning buoys in the usual locations in the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal.
Tourism Minister launches Phuket Old Town ‘carbon neutrality’ initiative
Tourism Minister launches Phuket Old Town ‘carbon neutrality’ initiative
PHUKET: Minister of Tourism and Sports Sorawong Thienthong was in Phuket yesterday (Nov 24) to officially launch the ‘Phuket Old Town Carbon Neutrality 2030’ project, aiming to position the historic area as an international model for sustainable tourism.
Thousands join Phuket Walk-Run to end violence against women and children
Thousands join Phuket Walk-Run to end violence against women and children
PHUKET: Thousands of people gathered at Saphan Hin Public Park early yesterday morning (Nov 24) for a walk-run campaign aimed at raising awareness and ending violence against children, women and family members.
Starting a business as a foreigner in Phuket
Starting a business as a foreigner in Phuket
Phuket has emerged as a key destination for foreign investment, driven by a robust tourism industry, strategic location and a booming real estate market. Following a strong post-pandemic recovery with a 45% increase in international arrivals in 2023, Phuket’s hospitality sector continues to grow, with over 1,500 registered accommodations and recent expansions by global brands such as Pullman and Wyndham.
Phuket strengthens ties with sister city Zhanjiang
Phuket strengthens ties with sister city Zhanjiang
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat hosted Li Duomin, Chairman of the Chinese Political Consultative Conference of Zhanjiang City, on Friday (Nov 22) to bolster relations between the two sister cities. 
Major water supply outage across Wichit
Major water supply outage across Wichit
PHUKET: The Phuket branch of the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA Phuket) is urging residents and business owners to hold water in reserve ahead of a major water supply outage that will affect a large area stretching all the way from the Thep Anusorn Intersection on Chao Fa West Rd to Soi Palai in Chalong and Baan Borrae off Sakdidet Rd in Wichit.
Law reforms for small hotels hit Senate SME committee agenda
Law reforms for small hotels hit Senate SME committee agenda
PHUKET: The Senate Committee on Economics, Commerce and Industry is reviewing proposals to simplify the legal recognition of small hotels under the Hotel Act, aiming to empower SME entrepreneurs and promote sustainable tourism development.
Australians join effort to resolve Phuket’s flood, landslide challenges
Australians join effort to resolve Phuket’s flood, landslide challenges
PHUKET: Australian and Thai officials convened at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday (Nov 22) for a meeting to discuss strategies to mitigate floods and mudslides, which have increasingly affected the island.
Red Cross lottery prizes announced for Phuket annual fair
Red Cross lottery prizes announced for Phuket annual fair
PHUKET: Officials are gearing up for annual fair at Saphan Hin to be held over the New Year, with tickets for the popular Red Cross lottery pizes already on sale.
HM King and Queen to attend Phuket King’s Cup
HM King and Queen to attend Phuket King’s Cup
PHUKET: Preparations are underway for the anticipated arrival of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen, who will attend the award ceremony for the 36th Phuket King's Cup Regatta on Dec 6
Deputy Interior Minister briefed on Phuket’s long-term water supply plans
Deputy Interior Minister briefed on Phuket’s long-term water supply plans
PHUKET: In Phuket for a two-day official inspection tour, Deputy Minister of Interior Sabida Thaiseth was briefed on officials’ long-term plans to resolve the island’s recurring water supply woes yesterday (Nov 21).
Drunk woman breaks legs in fall from Patong fire escape
Drunk woman breaks legs in fall from Patong fire escape
PHUKET: A 23-year-old woman sustained serious injuries after falling from a hotel building in Patong early this morning (Nov 22) while she was trying to climb up to her room after forgetting her keys.
PPAO breaks ground on B32mn dialysis centre in Srisoonthorn
PPAO breaks ground on B32mn dialysis centre in Srisoonthorn
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) held a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday (Nov 21) for a new dialysis centre to be built at the Srisoonthorn Health Promotion Hospital in Thalang.
Deputy Minister of Interior visits Phuket
Deputy Minister of Interior visits Phuket
PHUKET; Deputy Minister of Interior Sabida Thaiseth led a delegation to Phuket yesterday (Nov 20) to inspect progress being made, or not being made, in implementing government policy implementation and “key missions of the Ministry of Interior”.
Governor welcomes new Indonesian consul
Governor welcomes new Indonesian consul
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat and a delegation of provincial officials warmly received Suarganana Pringganu, Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Songkhla, yesterday (Nov 20) to discuss mutual cooperation and support for Indonesian citizens in Phuket. 
‘Mook’ Sasisom named Phuket Tourism Ambassador 2025
‘Mook’ Sasisom named Phuket Tourism Ambassador 2025
PHUKET: Sasisom 'Mook' Phadungkingtrakul has been named the first-ever Phuket Tourism Ambassador of Thailand. The title, presented by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) under its ‘Amazing Thailand’ initiative, will see Miss Sasisom serve as a cultural and promotional representative for the island throughout 2025.  
Over 100 Air India passengers stranded in Phuket for 80 hours
Over 100 Air India passengers stranded in Phuket for 80 hours
PHUKET: More than 100 passengers of an Air India flight bound for New Delhi were stranded in Phuket for over 80 hours, enduring a series of delays caused by recurring technical problems with the aircraft.
Phuket incinerator to shut down for maintenance
Phuket incinerator to shut down for maintenance
PHUKET: The island’s only public incinerator will shut down for one month for intensive overhaul maintenance, with at least 42,000 tonnes of trash to be directed to recently opened sites at the Saphan Hin landfill while the incinerator is offline.
DMCR ramps up efforts to protect Phuket's dugongs
DMCR ramps up efforts to protect Phuket's dugongs
PHUKET: A survey team of marine biologists has confirmed the sighting of at least seven dugongs in Ao Tang Khen, off the east coast of Cape Panwa, and at least one more seen in Ao Pa Khlok, off Phuket’s east coast.
Patong gears up for 38th Tourism Festival
Patong gears up for 38th Tourism Festival
PHUKET:  Patong City Municipality has confirmed that the annual Phuket Festival, marking the beginning of the island’s tourism high season, will be held in Patong on Dec 8-10.