Thailand

Taxi drivers will strike in Phuket, Thailand, on April 6 against rising fuel prices.

At least 4,000 taxi drivers will strike on the island of Phuket, Thailand on April 6. The taxi drivers demand government action to reduce fuel prices, as the rising prices are heavily disrupting taxi profits. Transport in Phuket, Thailand’s largest island and one of its most popular destinations for beach resorts, is almost entirely dominated by taxi services, with infrequent bus services for major destinations.

The Week Ahead: January 5, 2025

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Anti-government protesters will gather on August 2 between 12:00 PM and 9:00 PM near the Victory Monument in Bangkok, Thailand.

Protesters calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and expressing support for the Thai Army in the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict will gather from 12:00 PM-9:00 PM near Victory Monument on August 2. The protest is being organized by the Ruam Palang Phaendin group. A protest organized by the same group on June 28 was attended by 150,000 people.

Cambodian and Thai soldiers have clashed near the Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin, Thailand

Cambodian and Thai soldiers have clashed near the Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin, Thailand, which Thai soldiers were attempting to secure and restrict access to. Thailand has accused Cambodia of placing landmines on the Thai side of the disputed border, and a landmine exploded near Chong An Ma on July 23. Thai authorities have closed all tourist sites and border crossings.

Severe weather is expected to cause disruptions in Thailand through at least September 29.

Severe wind and rain are expected to impact Thailand due to the intensification of the southwest monsoon through September 29. The entire country is affected but the northern provinces have seen the most severe impact, including flooding and landslides.  As of September 23, 35 deaths have been reported. Power outages are reported and evacuation orders have been issued throughout the country. 

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