'Nightlife sandbox' to enforce laws on Khao San, Rambuttri

Bangkok Post - Oct 30, 2026

The government plans to introduce a sandbox scheme covering Khao San and Rambuttri roads in Bangkok to improve law enforcement at entertainment venues and prevent corruption among state officials.

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