Thailand’s cannabis decriminalisation and subsequent unregulated industry
In June 2022, the Thai government took the bold step of decriminalising the production, sale and personal use of cannabis, and other Asian countries should take notice.
The trend of Asian populations growing and moving to cities has reached a turning point with China now joining countries with shrinking populations in the region
Why China isn’t about to save Thailand’s economy yet
Analysts believe that while China’s reopening may help Thailand’s economy expand, it won’t be enough to return growth to pre-pandemic levels just soon.
Chinese mafia footprint in Thailand raises questions
Thai police also announced they had conducted raids in Bangkok and arrested a Chinese national who was using fake Thai identity cards and in possession of cash, luxury cars and property titles.
A shadow economy worth billions of dollars a year is formed by illegal casinos, internet betting shops, underground lotteries, and pop-up bookmakers that accept wagers on everything from cockfighting to Muay Thai.
How Washington is making up for lost time in Thailand
Suddenly, Washington is making up for lost time in Thailand. The Biden administration appears to have decided not to allow its democracy and human rights agenda to trump strategic considerations in its dealings with Bangkok
