The embassies of Vietnam, the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia in Denmark recently co-hosted the ASEAN-Denmark Business Forum, bringing together nearly 50 guests, including representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Chamber of Commerce, and major corporations of the host country. During discussions, business leaders operating in ASEAN highlighted
More Danish Design Brands Hitting the Thai Market in 2025 – The Art of Living Danishly (in Thailand) On the Thursday 27 March 2025, you could experience an impressive attendance to the official inauguration of BoConcept’s new store in Soi Thong Lor. More than 120 people attended, including the
The debate on alcohol ban on advertisement or keeping the alcohol sale restrictions has been an ongoing issue in Thailand for decades. Now it seems the parliament of Thailand has voted for lifting the ban on advertisement of alcoholic beverages as well the 1400 – 1700 daily restriction on
Thailand has announced it will halve the number of days foreign tourists can stay in the country without a visa from 60 days to 30. The move comes as the Southeast Asian nation clamps down on travellers exploiting the waiver to carry out illegal business activities, tourism and sports.
Data collected by the Pattaya Mail and feedback provided to Facebook groups strongly suggest that each TRD office is interpreting the rules in its own way. In Bangkok, several expats showed detailed financial paperwork and were told nothing (or just 3,000-4,000 baht) to pay. In Chonburi, some assessments have
A new Danish welfare law, that took effect on 1 January 2025, mandates that individuals who fail to meet specific residency or employment requirements must participate in government-assigned work activities for up to 37 hours per week in order to receive financial assistance. The law is designed to promote
In a move that could significantly impact expatriates and Thai nationals alike, Thailand's government is contemplating adjustments to the taxation of overseas income. Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has indicated that the global economic landscape necessitates a re-evaluation of current tax regulations, though specific details were not provided. Read More
Receiving Pension/Income from Denmark? Are Your Danish Children born in Thailand or are You going back to Denmark with your family? On the 5 February 2025 Danes and their families were gathered at the Embassy of Denmark to learn more on issues such as family unification, Danish citizenship regulations
The continued conflict between Israel and Hamas has economic consequences that reaches far beyond the Middle East region. This is impacting Thai exports and also lead to uncertainty for the future. The conflict has led to increased transportation costs and delayed delivery times due to affected shipping through the