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Thai FM meets Israeli ambassador over tourist conduct concerns
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BANGKOK — 8 September 2026, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said Thailand will strictly enforce its laws against any foreign national who breaks them, following a frank meeting with Israeli Ambassador Alona Fisher-Kamm over concerns surrounding some Israeli visitors and business operators in Thailand.
Key facts
- BANGKOK — 8 September 2026, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said Thailand will strictly enforce its laws against any foreign national who breaks them, following a frank meeting with Israeli Ambassador Alona Fisher-Kamm over concerns
- Sihasak, who is also a deputy prime minister, said the discussion at the Foreign Ministry addressed incidents involving Israeli nationals living, doing business or travelling in Thailand, which have prompted public concern.
- Sihasak said more than 60,000 Thai workers are currently in Israel.
- He said Thai authorities would take firm action against Israeli nationals who stay in Thailand long term to operate businesses and violate Thai law
Summary
Sihasak, who is also a deputy prime minister, said the discussion at the Foreign Ministry addressed incidents involving Israeli nationals living, doing business or travelling in Thailand, which have prompted public concern.
He said Thai authorities would take firm action against Israeli nationals who stay in Thailand long term to operate businesses and violate Thai law. However, he stressed that this was not discrimination.