Chiang Rai Times

The Chiang Rai Times is an English-language online newspaper based in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Founded in 2009, it provides news coverage focused on northern Thailand, national Thai news, and selected international stories of interest to readers in the region.

WWW chiangraitimes.com

Overview

The publication covers a wide range of topics, including Thai politics, tourism, business, crime, culture, and regional development in Chiang Rai and surrounding provinces. It primarily serves English-speaking residents, expatriates, and international readers seeking updates about northern Thailand.
The website also publishes opinion pieces, travel guides, and commentary on social and environmental issues affecting Thailand.

History

The Chiang Rai Times was launched in 2009 as an independent online news outlet to provide English-language reporting for Chiang Rai province, an area with limited English-language media at the time. Over the years, it has expanded its focus to include broader national and ASEAN-related news.

Editorial stance

The newspaper maintains an independent editorial line and aggregates reports from local and international news agencies alongside original reporting. It aims to promote awareness of northern Thailand’s development, tourism, and social issues.

Online presence

The Chiang Rai Times operates exclusively online via its official website,, and maintains social media pages for news dissemination and reader engagement.