Unruly Israeli Visitors, Thai Resentment, and Potential Dangers

Unruly Israeli Visitors, Thai Resentment, and Potential Dangers

Israeli expats have become a dominant presence in the northern town of Pai, on the border with Myanmar's Shan State.

“Interior Minister 1” leads the executive team of the Interior Ministry to Pai to talk with the Israeli Ambassador to Thailand and the leaders of the Jewish synagogue to solve the complaints of Jewish tourists who behaved in a way that was disruptive, to the point that local people were fed up. He urged not to allow the emergence of foreign mafia big shots.

Anutin swats away misinformation in Pai

Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Wednesday dismissed reports suggesting that Israeli tourists had “taken over” the resort town of Pai in northern Thailand, calling the claims exaggerated.

Thai Minister Anutin Confirms No Israeli Settlement in Pai, Urges Cultural Understanding

The Pattaya News =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Mae Hong Son, February 26th, 2025 — Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul addressed concerns over the Israeli presence in Pai, following discussions with the Israeli ambassador and relevant agencies. He confirmed that the situation remains normal, with rising tourist numbers boosting the local economy. Anutin dismissed rumors of an Israeli settlement, […] Thai Minister Anutin Confi…

Anutin Collaborates with Israeli Envoy Over Pai Tourist Concerns

Picture courtesy: Thai Newsroom In a bid to resolve growing tensions and misunderstandings in Pai, Mae Hong Son, Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul joined forces with Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv on Wednesday. Their joint mission was to address concerns that Israeli settlers were causing disruptions in this scenic northern Thai district. Provincial Governor Ekawit Meepian assured both officials and the public that the situation h…

Thai Minister visits Pai synagogue amid Israeli ‘Settlement’ rumors

Anutin’s visit, accompanied by Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv, aimed to address public concerns and dispel what authorities deemed “fake news.” MAE HONG SON, Thailand – Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Wednesday visited the Chabad House in Pai, Mae Hong Son province after reports of Israeli nationals settling and causing disturbances. Anutin’s visit, accompanied by Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv, aimed to add…