Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Phuket Governor Pushes Blue Economy Hub Plan
Phuket's governor is seeking public and private sector support to develop a five-year plan positioning the Andaman region as a Blue Economy Hub for Thailand.
Phuket Officials Say Aceh Quake Poses No Risk
PHUKET: Phuket officials have assured residents and tourists there is no cause for alarm after a moderate earthquake in Indonesia was felt in parts of the island today (July 22).
Phuket Works to Restore Public Access to Nui Beach
Phuket authorities are working to restore public access to Nui Beach after it was blocked off, highlighting Thailand's broader struggle with coastal land encroachment and enforcement of public access rights.
Officials Gather Evidence Before Nai Thon Beach Land Recovery
Officials are gathering evidence before reclaiming Nai Thon Beach in Phuket, with 26 structures already demolished as authorities prepare legal cases against occupants denying wrongdoing. The Natural Resources Minister said the operation wi
Nara United to Release Brazilian Star After License Rejection
Nara United will release Brazilian striker Lucas Grossi after losing its professional license appeal, with the 27-year-old expected to join either Chonburi FC or PTT Rayong FC in Thai League competition.
Phuket Orders Urgent Water Quality Tests at Patong Beach
Phuket authorities have launched urgent water quality tests at Patong Beach after reports of discolored seawater, following directives from the Prime Minister to strengthen environmental protections in the province.
Father Jumps In Front of Car to Protect Children at Market
A father jumped in front of a speeding car at Samut Songkhram's Romhub Market on July 22 to shield his children from being hit after the driver ignored the crossing and honked aggressively.
Commerce Ministry Unveils Four-Point Plan to Combat Durian Price Collapse
Thailand's Commerce Ministry is rolling out four measures to counter plummeting durian prices, including faster distribution, quality control, and value-added processing to move 300,000 tons of southern production before the season ends.
67-Year-Old Trat Bus Route Ends This Month
Trat's 67-year-old BKBS bus service to Bangkok closes at month's end due to low ridership and rising costs, leaving elderly residents and welfare cardholders without affordable transport options.
Phuket Boosts Support for 7,288 Disabled Residents
PHUKET: Phuket authorities are stepping up efforts to improve the quality of life for the province’s 7,288 registered people with disabilities, with a renewed focus on employment, welfare, access to funding and equal opportunities.
Phuket Cracks Down on Nominee Firms, Ignores Facilitators
Phuket authorities have arrested suspects and raided nominee firms used by foreigners to circumvent ownership laws, but have notably avoided targeting the facilitators who set up these illegal companies.
Sansiri Launches 30 Projects Worth 40 Billion Baht in Phuket
Thai property developer Sansiri is launching 30 residential projects worth 40 billion baht across Phuket over five years, doubling its regional portfolio value to 80 billion baht as it targets the island as its second-largest market after B