Thailand’s experiment with cannabis liberalisation is undergoing a profound and contentious recalibration. The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) is advancing a new draft ministerial regulation designed to impose stringent oversight on the sector, a decisive pivot away from the largely … Read More
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John Formichella has advised the US Embassy in Thailand and Taiwan on TMT matters, and has been recognised as Band 1 in Chambers & Partners
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Our Real Estate practice is Led by Dr. Paul Crosio, who excels in navigating Thailand's complex land laws, advising on foreign ownership and ensuring compliance.
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Right over Leased Asset (ROLA): A Legal Alternative to Nominee Property Structures in Thailand
Foreign investors interested in Thai real estate face strict restrictions on direct land ownership under the Land Code Act. While certain indirect arrangements have historically been considered, authorities have increased enforcement against non-compliant structures, emphasizing the importance of lawful options. … Read More
Formichella & Sritawat contribute Thailand Chapter of ICLG Telecoms, Media & Internet Laws and Regulations 2026
We are pleased to announce that the Thailand chapter of the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG): Telecoms, Media & Internet Laws and Regulations 2026 has now been published by Global Legal Group . The chapter provides an up-to-date overview of … Read More
Thailand’s Media Regulation Strategy for OTT Platforms: Proposals, Progress and Outlook
Thailand is recalibrating its approach to media regulation in the age of streaming. Over the past year, regulators have unveiled a series of plans affecting digital broadcasting and online video platforms. Unlike what some early reports suggested, there isn’t a … Read More
Navigating Thailand’s Regulatory Landscape for Short-Term Professional Assignments
Thailand presents a more complex picture for professionals arriving for short-term work, even when the work is unpaid. Recent incidents, such as the detention of a Spanish actress for allegedly working without a permit, underscore the authorities’ rigorous interpretation of … Read More
Why Data Centers Are Not Factories Under Thai Law – And Why the Question Keeps Arising
Legal Status Data centers in Thailand are classified as digital and telecommunications infrastructure, not industrial factories. Under current law and regulatory practice, data centers are not required to obtain factory licensing or registration (รง.4 or รง.2) by virtue of their … Read More
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