Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Chinese Consul Meets Yala Leaders On Poverty, Trade, Education
Chinese Consul General Wang Zhiran met with Thai officials and business leaders in Yala to discuss a four‑point cooperation plan covering poverty reduction, halal food exports, durian trade, and EV‑backed vocational training. Held at Yala City Municipality on October 3, 2026, the meeting aimed to adapt China’s poverty‑alleviation model to Thailand’s deep south and boost local economy and education. Attendees included MPs from the Prachachat Party, local business representatives, and provincial legislators.
Phuket Prepares to Welcome 5,000 US Navy Personnel
Phuket is preparing to host more than 5,000 U.S. Navy sailors from the USS George H.W. Bush and USS Mason for rest and recreation. The province will deploy its island‑wide Phuket Eye CCTV network and operate a 24‑hour security coordination centre to ensure safety. Officials stressed that visiting personnel must respect Thai laws, regulations, and local Buddhist customs during their stay.
Sansiri and SCB Support Phuket Vegetarian Festival for 14th Year
Sansiri and Siam Commercial Bank are continuing the Phuket Vegetarian Festival for its 14th year, organizing volunteer activities at six temples to promote inclusive growth, waste reduction, and Phuket’s goal of becoming a global festival city. The festival, a 200‑year‑old cultural heritage, draws over 650,000 visitors each year and generates billions in baht of economic and tourism revenue. The 2069 event runs from October 10‑18, with temple‑cleaning scheduled for October 4‑5.
Phuket Immigration Closes for October Public Holidays
PHUKET: Phuket Immigration will be closed for two public holidays this month, with foreigners needing immigration services advised to plan visits around the closures.
Phuket City Boosts Safety Checks Ahead of Vegetarian Festival
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality is stepping up food-safety, waste-management, traffic and public-order measures ahead of this year’s Phuket Vegetarian Festival, which runs from Oct 10-18.
Phuket Officials Discuss Flood Compensation and Strategic Canal Plans
PHUKET: Phuket officials have been briefed on government compensation and insurance measures for flood victims following widespread flooding in Bangkok and other provinces, while Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom has again pointed to the province’s ‘16 strategic canals’ as part of Phuket’s flood-prevention preparations.
Thailand-EU Trade Talks in Phuket Advance Digital, Green Economy
PHUKET: Thailand and the European Union are seeking progress on a free trade agreement during the latest round of negotiations being held in Phuket, as ASEAN simultaneously advances wider trade and investment initiatives with the EU, UK, Russia and Switzerland.
Phuket Governor Attends China National Day Celebration
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom joined Chinese consular officials and representatives of Phuket’s Thai-Chinese community for a celebration marking the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China yesterday (Oct 1).
Canadian Cave Rescue Diver Erik Brown Dies at 44
Canadian diver Erik Brown, who helped rescue 12 young footballers and their coach from Thailand’s Tham Luang cave in 2018, has died aged 44. Brown’s death was announced by friends and family on 26 September. His cause of death has not been publicly confirmed. Originally from British Columbia, Brown was based on Koh Tao, Surat […]
Phuket Governor Attends National Development Meeting in Bangkok
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom was in Bangkok yesterday (Sept 30) for a national development meeting where Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul called for government agencies to deliver measurable results, reduce duplication and make public-sector performance more transparent.
Giant Crocodile Dies After Capture in Flood-Hit Chachoengsao
CHACHOENGSAO — 1 October 2026, A Giant crocodile spotted in floodwaters in Chachoengsao’s Sanam Chai Khet district has died after authorities and an operations team captured it, according to local reports. Reporter said residents had spotted the large crocodile in the Bang Phaniang area of Moo 2, Khu Yai Mi subdistrict, Sanam Chai Khet district. […]
Phuket Trains 64 Officials in Waste Management
PHUKET: Phuket officials have trained 64 representatives from government, private, academic and community organisations in waste and environmental management as the province continues to deal with rising waste volumes.