Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Major Shrimp Farmer Gives Up, Sells Undersized Catch
A major Trang shrimp farmer has shut down 21 of 22 ponds after suffering over one million baht in losses across consecutive batches, forced to harvest undersized stock at a fraction of market prices. He's calling for government intervention
Region 2 Commander Launches Security Network Training Program
Region 2 Army Commander inaugurated executive-level security network training in Sisaket province, stressing that integrated cooperation across government, private, and civil sectors is essential to address border security threats and multi
Thai Official Says BRN Statement Aims to Add Negotiation Points
The Thai government dismissed a BRN separatist statement on unrest in Pattani as an attempt to add negotiating points ahead of planned July talks in Malaysia, with officials expressing optimism about September peace discussions.
Piti Clinches Banga San GT3 Race Two With Last-Lap Pass
Piti Phiromphakdi executed a last-lap pass to win Race Two of the Banga San Grand Prix in his Honda NSX GT3, giving Singha Motorsport Team Thailand a weekend sweep at the Chachoengsao street circuit.
Hospital Demands 30,000 Baht Upfront For Emergency Surgery
A 76-year-old patient's family in Yala province was forced to borrow 30,000 baht for an emergency surgery deposit despite earning only 200-300 baht daily as rubber tappers, raising concerns about hospitals overcharging patients covered unde
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Thailand Sweeps Three Classes At Bangsaen
Toyota Gazoo Racing Thailand swept three championship titles at the Bangsaen Grand Prix street circuit in Chachoengsao Province during July 1-5, with dominant performances across multiple classes including the GR Supra and Corolla Altis ent
ASEAN Observer Team Inspects Thai-Cambodian Border
An ASEAN observer team inspected the Thai-Cambodian border in Chanthaburi and Trat provinces in early July, examining disputed boundary areas, checkpoints, and security operations along the 171-kilometer frontier.
Transport Ministry Mobilizes Dredging Plan Against Songkhla Flooding
Transport Ministry launches three-phase dredging plan to address recurring flooding in Songkhla province caused by canal silting, affecting fishing communities and boat navigation ahead of the rainy season.
Officials Stop Sediment Discharge Into Sea At Koh Siray
PHUKET: Environmental officials have ordered a company to immediately stop any activities causing sediment or other materials to flow into the sea at Koh Siray after complaints surfaced on social media.
Tourist Skateboarding Behind Tuk-Tuk Raises Safety Alarms
A foreign tourist was filmed skateboarding while holding a moving tuk-tuk on Patong's busy beachfront road, prompting calls for stricter road safety enforcement in Phuket.
National Sports Fund Backs Balance Bike Race In Chiang Rai
The National Sports Development Fund is backing Chiang Rai's inaugural balance bike racing championship to boost youth athletics and position the northern province as a sports tourism destination.
Minister Orders Immediate Stop To Sediment Dumping In Phuket
Minister Suchart Chomklin ordered an immediate halt to sediment dumping near Koh Sirae in Phuket after private land operations discharged material into the sea on July 3. The company managing the 39-rai property must implement erosion contr