Tourists have been advised not to across the border into Burma at the Three Pagodas Pass in Kanchanaburi in the wake of a hostagetaking incident at the weekend.
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Man nabbed for illegal border crossing
A man from Arakan State who has been imprisoned in Thailand and China for illegal entry faces similar charges in Burma after crossing the border at Muse in Shan State.
Processing of refugees for repatriation set to begin
Thai and Burmese authorities will begin checking documents of refugees residing in Thailand to pave the way for their repatriation.
Suu Kyi camp visit called off
Refugee advocacy networks say it will be a lost opportunity for Suu Kyi, who could have met with refugees and camp leaders to discuss their return to Burma.
After decades in camps, refugees in Thailand see a glimmer of hope
Many are still reluctant to leave, but after 30 years of displacement, refugees living in camps in Thailand are beginning to see the possibility of returning to their homeland.
Refugee camp fire leaves dozens homeless
Nearly 60 people lost their homes and all of their possessions in a fire at the Umphiem refugee camp on the Thai-Burmese border.