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Thai hoteliers say ‘inflexible’ land tax a burden
Thai hoteliers say ‘inflexible’ land tax a burden
Sunday 21 September 2025 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: The robust tourism outlook anticipated for Thailand’s upcoming high season is insufficient to offset the 7% contraction in foreign arrivals so far this year, says the Thai Hotels Association (THA).
Restaurants caught operating inside Sirinat National Park
Restaurants caught operating inside Sirinat National Park
Thursday 18 September 2025 02:13 PM
PHUKET: Restaurants operating on the Mai Khao beachfront have been confirmed to be operating illegally within the boundaries of Sirinat National Park.
Phuket property remains bright amid national real estate slowdown
Phuket property remains bright amid national real estate slowdown
Wednesday 3 September 2025 11:08 AM
PHUKET: Despite a nationwide property market slowdown in 2025, Phuket remains a standout destination for real estate investment, driven by foreign demand and long-term development potential, industry figures say.
Phuket landlord shocked after tenant leaves room full of trash
Phuket landlord shocked after tenant leaves room full of trash
Monday 1 September 2025 11:00 AM
PHUKET: A Phuket landlord has spoken out after being left “hurt and shocked” when a tenant abandoned her rental room in filthy condition, leaving behind piles of rubbish.
Phuket sees bumper year for property market
Phuket sees bumper year for property market
Monday 1 September 2025 09:11 AM
BANGKOK: Despite a weak first half and the continued absence of Chinese buyers, Phuket’s residential market in 2025 is expected to be among the busiest in terms of new launches and sales, according to property analysts.
BDO Phuket Enters a New Chapter
BDO Phuket Enters a New Chapter
Sunday 31 August 2025 10:00 AM
BDO, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, is entering a new chapter in Phuket with a change in leadership at its local office. With a fresh vision and renewed focus to support businesses in the region navigate an increasingly complex economic and regulatory environment.
Officials warn of bad landlords as Phuket rental market grows
Officials warn of bad landlords as Phuket rental market grows
Sunday 31 August 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials, private sector operators and the Phuket Real Estate Association (PREA) have urged tenants to protect themselves against unscrupulous landlords, warning that the island’s booming rental market is opening the door to more disputes and scams.
Legal tactics delay Eva Beach demolition
Legal tactics delay Eva Beach demolition
Tuesday 19 August 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: Legal manoeuvres have once again stalled the demolition of the controversial Eva Beach project in Rawai, as a fresh lawsuit has forced the long-running case back before the Administrative Court.
Real estate price war on the horizon
Real estate price war on the horizon
Wednesday 13 August 2025 01:53 PM
BANGKOK: The slowdown in the real estate sector is expected to trigger a price war in the property market and dampen the purchasing power of upper-income homebuyers.
Sansiri preps 29 projects in Phuket under 5-year plan
Sansiri preps 29 projects in Phuket under 5-year plan
Saturday 9 August 2025 11:00 AM
BANGKOK: SET-listed developer Sansiri plans to launch 29 residential projects worth B33 billion in Phuket under a five-year plan, driven by new demand from both locals and foreigners.
Officials push zoning to end Bang Khanun protected forest land dispute
Officials push zoning to end Bang Khanun protected forest land dispute
Tuesday 22 July 2025 11:51 AM
PHUKET: The Royal Thai Navy and Phuket provincial authorities have agreed to move forward with creating a zoning plan to resolve the long-standing issue of land encroachment in the Bang Khanun national forest reserve in Thalang.
Step by Step: Business Ventures ‒ Operating Legally in a Restricted Landscape
Step by Step: Business Ventures ‒ Operating Legally in a Restricted Landscape
Sunday 15 June 2025 09:00 AM
OPINION: Thailand’s dynamic economic landscape, long a beacon for foreign investment and expatriate ventures, is undergoing a significant recalibration. For years, the allure of the ‘Land of Smiles’ coupled with what some perceived as regulatory ambiguities, fostered a fertile ground for diverse foreign-led businesses. However, beneath the surface of vibrant markets and burgeoning tourism, deeper structural concerns have prompted Bangkok to assert greater control over its economic destiny.
Airbnb in Thailand: Goldmine or legal minefield?
Airbnb in Thailand: Goldmine or legal minefield?
Saturday 14 June 2025 12:30 PM
You’ve seen the Instagram reels. A dreamy villa, an infinity pool and a “booked solid on Airbnb” caption. But behind the hashtags and high yields lies a murky legal maze that most property owners in Thailand are either ignoring ‒ or tiptoeing through like it's a minefield.
Step by Step: The ‘Nominee Clampdown’ state of play
Step by Step: The ‘Nominee Clampdown’ state of play
Sunday 8 June 2025 06:00 PM
OPINION: Thailand, long a beacon for foreign investors and lifestyle seekers, is currently navigating a period of significant legal and economic recalibration. The country’s  vibrant economy, heavily reliant on tourism and foreign capital, finds itself at a crossroads as Thai authorities intensify their crackdown on “nominee” arrangements and clarify long-standing ambiguities in property lease laws.
New hotel law raises safety concerns
New hotel law raises safety concerns
Monday 2 June 2025 09:39 AM
BANGKOK: The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has raised the alarm for property owners over a new draft law for hotels, warning it could infringe on the rights of residents and compromise tourist safety, which is already a blemish for Thailand.
Navigating Thai real estate
Navigating Thai real estate
Sunday 1 June 2025 11:00 AM
Thailand’s real estate market offers diverse opportunities for foreign investors, yet its legal framework imposes distinct restrictions on land ownership. 
Minister calls for tougher law on nominee firms
Minister calls for tougher law on nominee firms
Wednesday 28 May 2025 12:44 PM
BANGKOK: Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisanpang is pushing for a new law to further crack down on businesses that use Thai nominees, with such entities expected to be wiped out within six months.
Commerce Ministry steps up nominee probe
Commerce Ministry steps up nominee probe
Thursday 22 May 2025 10:33 AM
BANGKOK: The Commerce Ministry is accelerating its investigation into nominee businesses while aiming to finalise revisions to the 1999 Anti-Money Laundering Act within three months.
Phuket condos dominate supply, branded residences, landed properties gain traction
Phuket condos dominate supply, branded residences, landed properties gain traction
Sunday 18 May 2025 11:00 AM
PHUKET: Phuket’s residential property market is evolving rapidly in 2025, with developers responding to lifestyle-driven demand, rising costs and growing interest in branded real estate, according to a new report from consultancy C9 Hotelworks.
Phuket unfazed by weak Chinese market
Phuket unfazed by weak Chinese market
Wednesday 14 May 2025 12:58 PM
PHUKET: The sluggish Chinese market should have a short-term impact on Phuket as well as Thailand, as the island can attract other foreign arrivals and long-stay markets, according to Lan Kwai Fong Group, an operator of residential projects in the province.

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