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The Thaiger is an English-language publication focused on news and everyday life in Thailand, aimed at expats, travelers, and international readers following the country. It covers a wide range of topics—local events, society, business, and policy.

When cannabis makes the news, The Thaiger typically reports on regulatory changes, enforcement and safety incidents, and broader public reactions. This kind of coverage helps track how cannabis policy is implemented and discussed at a practical, day-to-day level.

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Sep 1, 2026
Thailand Now Offers 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for 60 Countries

Thailand Now Offers 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for 60 Countries

Thailand has updated its visa exemption list, allowing passport holders from 60 countries to enter visa-free for up to 30 days.

  • •Thailand updated visa exemption list to 60 countries for 30-day visa-free stays
  • •Policy published in Royal Gazette on August 31, replacing prior 2019 and 2022 notices
  • •Separate 15-day visa exemption applies to Seychelles and Mauritius passport holders

by Thailand announces 30-day visa-free stay for 60 countries

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The ThaigerIsland
Aug 20, 2026
Bangkok ranks 8th globally in 2026 tourism city attractiveness index

Bangkok ranks 8th globally in 2026 tourism city attractiveness index

Bangkok ranks eighth in the 2026 Global Tourism City Attractiveness Index, reflecting strong positive visitor sentiment and beating major cities like Okinawa and Chicago.

  • •Bangkok is ranked 8th worldwide in the 2026 Global Tourism City Attractiveness Index
  • •The ranking is based on traveller sentiment and social media discussions across 14 languages

by Bangkok ranks 8th in 2026 global tourism city attractiveness index

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 20, 2026
Thai Government Enforces Stricter Rules on Cannabis Shops in Phuket

Thai Government Enforces Stricter Rules on Cannabis Shops in Phuket

Thai authorities in Phuket have cracked down on cannabis shops, finding many without renewed permits. Cannabis sales are now strictly limited to medical use, requiring prescriptions and licensed professional oversight

  • •Over 500 cannabis shops in Phuket failed to renew their operating permits
  • •Cannabis sales are restricted to medical use with mandatory prescriptions
  • •Licensed dispensaries must have qualified medical staff or partnerships with clinics
  • •Non-compliant businesses face license suspension and legal actions

by Thai government tightens regulations to restrict cannabis for medical uses

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 19, 2026
Travelers from Thailand face strict cannabis import rules in Hong Kong

Travelers from Thailand face strict cannabis import rules in Hong Kong

Two travelers from Bangkok were arrested in Hong Kong for carrying 21 kilograms of cannabis in their luggage. Hong Kong Customs has increased enforcement on arrivals from Thailand, where export of cannabis remains controlled despite local legalization

  • •Two passengers arriving from Bangkok via Manila were arrested in Hong Kong for carrying about 21 kg of cannabis
  • •Hong Kong Customs has recently intercepted multiple cannabis smuggling attempts from Thailand
  • •Importing cannabis into Hong Kong can lead to life imprisonment and heavy fines
  • •Similar cannabis seizures have occurred in Taiwan involving travelers from Thailand

by Hong Kong arrests two arrivals from Bangkok over cannabis haul

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 16, 2026
Krabi Cat Leads Tourists to Buy Treats at Local Store

Krabi Cat Leads Tourists to Buy Treats at Local Store

A grey tabby cat in Krabi has become an internet sensation by leading tourists into a convenience store to buy cat treats.

  • •A grey tabby cat in Krabi guides foreign tourists to cat food in a convenience store
  • •Videos from South Korean and Taiwanese visitors have gone viral on social media
  • •The cat wears a red collar, indicating it has an owner, though the identity is unknown

by Foreign tourists fall for treat-seeking trap of Krabi cat

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 15, 2026
Kuwaiti Tourists Question Pattaya Police Over Traffic Fine Payments

Kuwaiti Tourists Question Pattaya Police Over Traffic Fine Payments

Kuwaiti tourists visiting Pattaya raised concerns about unofficial cash fines and receipt practices by local police, questioning the legitimacy of recent traffic ticket payments

  • •Kuwaiti tourists reported being stopped multiple times for traffic violations in Pattaya and asked to pay fines in cash at secluded locations
  • •Fines ranged from 3,500 to 5,000 baht, with an additional 500 baht requested for unofficial receipts
  • •Receipts given resembled generic business documents and were later confirmed to be unofficial by some police officers

by Dodgy cash fines leave Kuwaiti tourists questioning Pattaya police

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 15, 2026
Cannabis Hidden on Flight from Phuket Seized at Indian Airport

Cannabis Hidden on Flight from Phuket Seized at Indian Airport

Indian customs seized 1.5 kg of cannabis hidden under a passenger seat on a flight from Phuket to New Delhi on July 12.

  • •1.5 kilograms of suspected hydroponic cannabis was seized at Indira Gandhi International Airport on July 12
  • •The cannabis was hidden beneath a passenger seat on an Air India flight from Phuket to New Delhi
  • •The passenger admitted to concealing the packages and was arrested under India’s Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act
  • •Similar cases of travelers attempting to export cannabis from Thailand have occurred recently in other countries

by Indian customs seize cannabis hidden on flight from Phuket

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The ThaigerIsland
Jun 14, 2026
Transwoman rescued from Pattaya sea after cannabis use incident

Transwoman rescued from Pattaya sea after cannabis use incident

A transgender woman was safely rescued from the sea near Walking Street in Pattaya after reportedly smoking cannabis and jumping into the water

  • •Rescue teams retrieved a transgender woman from the sea near Walking Street, Pattaya, early June 14
  • •She had reportedly smoked cannabis inside a nearby shop before jumping into the water from the rear balcony
  • •Officers negotiated for 30 minutes before safely rescuing her without harm
  • •The woman was taken for physical and mental health assessments following the incident

by Transwoman rescued from Pattaya sea after alleged cannabis use

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The ThaigerIsland
Mar 25, 2026
Foreign Couple Reported to Police After Trespassing, Swimming, and Smoking Cannabis at Phuket Restaurant

Foreign Couple Reported to Police After Trespassing, Swimming, and Smoking Cannabis at Phuket Restaurant

A foreign couple in Phuket was reported to police after being filmed trespassing, swimming, and consuming cannabis at a local restaurant, sparking concern among business owners and the wider community

  • •A foreign couple trespassed into Grills Nai-Harn restaurant in Rawai, Phuket, and used the pool without permission
  • •The couple was filmed consuming cannabis on the restaurant premises and confronted by staff

by Foreign couple breaks into Phuket restaurant to swim and smoke cannabis

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The ThaigerIsland
Mar 15, 2026
Israeli Man Arrested in Krabi for Operating Illegal Cannabis Extract Facility

Israeli Man Arrested in Krabi for Operating Illegal Cannabis Extract Facility

Thai authorities arrested an Israeli man in Krabi after raiding an illegal cannabis extract facility, seizing over 29 kilograms of product and assets worth 3 million baht

  • •Police raided a cannabis extract facility in Krabi, Thailand, detaining an Israeli national
  • •Over 29 kilograms of cannabis extract and assets worth more than 3 million baht were confiscated

by Israeli man arrested in Krabi cannabis extract factory raid

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The ThaigerIsland
Dec 18, 2025
Phuket Officials Suspend Seven Cannabis Shops After Regulatory Violations Uncovered

Phuket Officials Suspend Seven Cannabis Shops After Regulatory Violations Uncovered

Phuket authorities suspended seven cannabis shops for regulatory violations, intensifying enforcement efforts as Thailand tightens oversight of its cannabis industry

  • •Seven cannabis shops in Cherng Talay, Phuket were shut down for regulatory breaches
  • •Violations included on-site smoking, missing inventory forms, and illegal advertising

by Phuket News

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The ThaigerIsland
Dec 18, 2025
British Man Receives 3.5-Year Sentence in Ireland for Importing Thai Cannabis Worth €500,000

British Man Receives 3.5-Year Sentence in Ireland for Importing Thai Cannabis Worth €500,000

A British man was sentenced to three and a half years in an Irish prison after admitting to importing nearly €500,000 worth of cannabis from Thailand

  • •Jamie Kearns, 22, was caught at Dublin Airport with 24.5kg of cannabis from Thailand
  • •Kearns pleaded guilty and received a 3.5-year sentence, despite a typical 10-year mandatory minimum

by Crime News

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The ThaigerIsland
Dec 18, 2025
Bangkok Police Seize 1,685 Cannabis Plants in Major Warehouse Raid

Bangkok Police Seize 1,685 Cannabis Plants in Major Warehouse Raid

Bangkok police arrested three Vietnamese men and seized 1,685 cannabis plants in a warehouse raid, underscoring persistent illegal cultivation despite Thailand's regulatory reforms

  • •Police seized 1,685 cannabis plants and arrested three Vietnamese nationals in Bang Khun Thian district, Bangkok
  • •The warehouse operation had an estimated value of 1.7 million baht and yielded approximately 168 kilograms of dried cannabis
  • •Suspects were charged under Thai law prohibiting unlicensed commercial cannabis activities, facing up to one year in prison and a 20,000 baht fine

by Bangkok News

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The ThaigerIsland
Sep 17, 2025
Japanese Teens Arrested for Smuggling Cannabis from Thailand in Curry Packets

Japanese Teens Arrested for Smuggling Cannabis from Thailand in Curry Packets

Two Japanese teenagers were arrested for attempting to smuggle 14 kilograms of cannabis extract disguised in instant curry packets from Thailand to Japan

  • •Two Japanese teens arrested at Fukuoka Airport with 14kg of cannabis extract
  • •Drugs were concealed in instant curry packets, highlighting unique smuggling methods
  • •Suspects confessed to smuggling for compensation; investigation into larger network ongoing

by Japanese teens caught smuggling cannabis from Thailand to Japan

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The ThaigerIsland
Sep 10, 2025
Hong Kong Customs Seize 6kg of Cannabis from Thailand Flight, Passenger Arrested

Hong Kong Customs Seize 6kg of Cannabis from Thailand Flight, Passenger Arrested

Hong Kong Customs officials have seized 6 kilograms of cannabis from a Bangkok flight, leading to the arrest of a 23-year-old woman on drug trafficking charges

  • •Hong Kong Customs seized 6kg of cannabis from a Bangkok flight
  • •The cannabis was valued at approximately HK$1.3 million
  • •A 23-year-old woman was arrested and faces trafficking charges
  • •The case will be heard in West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts

by Hong Kong Customs seize 6kg of cannabis from Thailand flight

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The ThaigerIsland
Aug 26, 2025
Scottish Woman Avoids Jail After Attempted Cannabis Smuggling from Thailand

Scottish Woman Avoids Jail After Attempted Cannabis Smuggling from Thailand

A Scottish woman narrowly avoided jail after being caught with over 30 kilograms of cannabis smuggled from Thailand, highlighting vulnerabilities exploited by drug networks

  • •Kiala Wyles caught with over 30 kg of cannabis at Manchester Airport
  • •Wyles promised £10,000 for smuggling drugs from Thailand

by Scottish drug mule with cannabis haul from Thailand dodges jail

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The ThaigerIsland
Jul 24, 2025
British Woman Dodges Jail After Attempting to Smuggle Cannabis from Thailand

British Woman Dodges Jail After Attempting to Smuggle Cannabis from Thailand

A British woman narrowly escaped jail time after attempting to smuggle nearly 50 kilogrammes of cannabis into the UK from Thailand. The judge opted for a suspended sentence, citing potential for rehabilitation

  • •Lauren Martin attempted to smuggle 49 kilogrammes of cannabis into the UK
  • •She was caught at Manchester Airport after a trip from Thailand
  • •Martin received a suspended 12-month prison sentence and 100 hours of community service
  • •Judge highlighted the serious nature of the offense but acknowledged her potential for rehabilitation

by Joint venture: British woman caught with cannabis stash walks free

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