At the heart of Fay's love story with her Western partner lies an untold conflict. The 33-year-old Thai woman found herself caught between the love for her family and the pressure to contribute financially, an expectation common to many Thai families. Fay's journey from giving in to family pressure to the ultimate decision to cut ties reveals a deeper struggle that often remains invisible in cross-cultural relationships.
“Bittersweet Love: The Story of Fred and Sumalee”
Fred Dijkstra, a 69-year-old man from the Netherlands, has lived for years in the serene landscape of Surin, Thailand, far from his native land. His life there was not only an adventure but also a love story. Twelve years ago he married the love of his life, Sumalee, a sweet and caring Thai woman. Together they found happiness and security in each other's arms. However, beneath the surface of their love story, a crisis was brewing that would eventually undermine their marriage.
About gifts and gift tax in Thailand
Giving something away in Thailand? How many times has it been written about? House, car, water buffalo, money or bling bling. This article is about asking for/recovering gifts when the relationship has soured or when the giver has simply been duped.
Excuse me? Oh, you think you got rid of it? Emigrate and ready? Well, if you emigrate from NL then you are in for a surprise. Because you know, they can't make it more fun. Our tax authorities have long arms and will think of you for another ten years and especially of your money. It is not for nothing that a survey in 2009 called inheritance tax 'the most hated tax in the Netherlands'.
Reader question: How much money can I transfer to my Thai girlfriend without any problems?
I am already of age and, like most, have a slightly younger Thai girlfriend. Before I finally close my eyes, I want to provide my girlfriend with the finances to be able to build a house in the Isaan, near Nong Bua Daeng. She says she has her own land (how and what, building land no idea)…… For about 40 to 50.000 euros (perhaps less) there must be something nice to build there.
My question concerns the "rights" of the Thai daughter (my wife) in the event of the death of her Thai parents. As they are poor rice farmers in Surin, their only daughter, my wife, helps with a monthly portion of her salary.