Pattaya city in corona time
For people who want to know what Pattaya looks like in corona time, this YouTube video gives a nice impression. From a condo overlooking the tower of Pattaya Park, a rainy morning is the start to explore the city of Pattaya in corona time.
Kompas, the online crisis registration system of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will be discontinued
A number of Dutch expats in Thailand are registered with 'het Kompas', the online crisis registration system of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This service will expire on 25/04. From this date, you will no longer receive messages if there is a crisis situation. This will be replaced by the 24/7 BZ Information Service.
Crisis is increasingly affecting Dutch holidaymakers
The financial crisis is increasingly affecting the holiday of the Dutch. Almost half of them (48%) say that their holiday behavior is determined by the crisis. That means going on holiday less often or not at all.
Crisis in Thailand: floodwaters reach the capital (video)
The Thai government has announced that it will no longer be able to fully protect Bangkok against the advancing floods.
Floods and crisis slow down agricultural production
The sluggish global economy and flooding are the main causes of limited growth in Thai agricultural production. Previously, 4 percent was expected, now 3 percent. Rubber and other staple products are suffering from reduced demand and lower prices, the Agricultural Economics Office said. While exports remain healthy, especially in the food sector, the crisis in the US and Europe will drive demand for Thai products, which are in competition with products…
Crisis on the foreign exchange market: consequences for the Thai baht and euro exchange rate
In this very extensive article, the author describes the current economic and currency crisis that has serious consequences for the West. The value of the Euro will continue to fall against the Thai Baht. This will make it increasingly difficult for some expats and retirees to continue living in Thailand. The author, who wishes to remain anonymous, has conducted his own research into facts and relies on public sources and expert statements. The result: a bleak scenario.