Ukraine isn’t the only nation suffering from a Russian invasion, Thailand is facing it too. Since Russia took exception to Ukraine’s aspirations to join NATO and the European Union thousands of Russian citizens have fled to avoid conscription to set up camp in Thailand.
Russian roubles may have been welcomed by Thai businesses as the Covid-19 ravaged kingdom looks to get back on its economic feet but not everyone is happy with the Russian invasion.
According to data from Phuket International Airport, between November 1, 2022, and January 21, 2023, more than 233,000 Russians arrived in Phuket, making them the biggest group of visitors by far.
Many are purchasing off-plan condos for US$500,000 or more, to relocate when they may feel forced to leave their homeland, reported Aljazeera.
The surge in property sales is likely due to President Vladimir Putin’s order for Moscow’s…
