2023-08-21: Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to land at Bangkok Don Muaeng International Airport at 9 am (local time) on Tuesday (22 August). In connection with the return of the former prime minister from exile, gatherings of supporters are expected at the airport.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.