Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Road Project Fined 3.5 Million Baht for Delays
A Highway 23 traffic safety project in Yasothon faces 3.5 million baht in penalties after missing its extended deadline, with work still only 90 percent complete despite two-week extension approval.
Thai Commander Monitors Myanmar Fighting at Mae Sot Border
A Thai military commander visited the Mae Sot border area in Tak province to monitor clashes between Myanmar military forces and ethnic armed groups, distributing supplies to troops and emphasizing the need for heightened border security re
Phuket Rakes in 300 Million Baht Over Long Holiday
Domestic tourists spent over 300 million baht in Phuket during a three-day holiday in late July that combined the King's birthday with two major Buddhist observances.
Phuket Cracks Down on Unlicensed Hotel Condos
PHUKET: Phuket officials have launched a series of raids on condominium developments operating as unlicensed hotels, targeting daily room rentals in Mueang and Kathu districts following complaints from local residents.
Vachira Hospital Continues Fundraising Despite B483M Raised
Vachira Hospital has raised 483 million baht for its radiation therapy centre, exceeding its original target by nearly 200 million, yet continues fundraising efforts.
7th Floor Restaurant Hosts Phuket Hospitality B2B Dinner
7th Floor Restaurant in Bangtao hosted 45 Phuket hospitality leaders for an exclusive B2B dinner showcasing premium ingredients and wine pairings while strengthening industry partnerships. The rooftop Mediterranean venue plans to launch a r
Six Families Trapped in Dead-End Area Forced to Climb Over Fence
Six families in Ang Thong Province are forced to climb fences to access their homes after a landowner blocked the only exit route with a brick barrier, following their complaint to the Ombudsman's Office.
Chinese-Backed IT Factory Construction Disrupts Rayong Community
A Chinese-backed IT data center under construction in Rayong's Ban Khlong district is causing severe noise, dust, and pollution that forced nearby residents to relocate, with complaints about environmental damage and unauthorized canal fill
Phuket's Kathu Model Helps Former Drug Users Rebuild Lives
Phuket's Kathu Model demonstrates how community-based drug rehabilitation combined with family support and job training helps former drug users successfully rebuild their lives, according to the Thai Health Promotion Foundation.
Myanmar Approves Death Penalty for Online Scam Gang Leaders
Myanmar's military-backed parliament approved the death penalty for online scam gang leaders who force or detain victims, the first law passed under its new government as the country grapples with a growing fraud industry during civil war.
Kasetsart University Partners With Krabi on Andaman Research Hub
Kasetsart University and Krabi Province agreed to collaborate on developing an Andaman research hub focused on agriculture, fisheries, forestry, and tourism through integrated knowledge and community-based projects.
Phuket Awaits Bangkok Decision on Alcohol Sales Rules
Phuket businesses remain uncertain about alcohol sales rules on Buddhist holy days while waiting nearly a year for Bangkok's decision on a tourism area designation that could clarify regulations across the island.