Bangkok, Sept 1, 2026 (AFP) - Thailand shortens visa-free stays for dozens of nations from Sep 15

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Thailand will halve the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 60 countries and territories to 30 days, effective September 15, the foreign ministry said Tuesday. Tourism is vital to the Southeast Asian nation's economy, but officials say the move is part of an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals. A string of recent arrests has included foreigners accused of drug offences, sex trafficking and operating businesses such......

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