Politics

Thailand must not return detained Uyghur refugees to China, say rights groups A network of human rights organizations have called on the Thai government not to forcibly return two detained Uyghur…

Politically connected security companies enabled slavery and rape in scamming compounds in Cambodia, says Amnesty's new report Cambodian private security companies connected to the country’s…

Relatives of the Chabad network’s leader in Thailand, 19 companies linked to him and his land holdings are now under investigation, after the government revoked his Thai citizenship. The decision…

Censure debate scheduled for 7-11 December, targeting 18 Cabinet members Despite different views about the duration of the censure debate, the government and opposition have finally agreed on 7-10…

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul urged Thai people not to panic after several countries advised residents to prepare emergency food supplies and essential items, insisting that Thailand has…

October 30, 2026 Political news No Call for People in Thailand to Stockpile on Necessities – Say PM Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior have come out to say that he has not…

Pattaya City is collecting public feedback as part of Thailand’s 2026 Integrity and Transparency Assessment (ITA). – Community representatives, business operators and shop owners…

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – Cambodia is considering extending daily study hours in public schools from four to six, with additional time devoted to Khmer language and mathematics, Prime Minister Hun Manet…

The Nurses Association of Thailand has opposed the government's Community Nursing Volunteer initiative, urging authorities to review the policy and promote oversight to protect patient safety and…

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Wednesday criticised media reports linking major corporations, including Sino-Thai Engineering and Construction Plc, to the government's household solar rooftop…

October 29, 2026 Political news No Confidence Debate Set for December 7-10 Government and opposition whips, alongside a Cabinet representative, have provisionally agreed to schedule a no-confidence…

The Thai Photovoltaic Industries Association (TPVA) is preparing to submit an objection letter to government agencies, strongly opposing stringent regulations tied to the recent rooftop solar panel…

A Myanmar migrant workers’ organisation in Thailand has urged the Thai government to ease documentation requirements and provide humanitarian protection, alleging that Myanmar’s military authorities…

BANGKOK: The man accused of posting a fake transaction slip on the “Godd Dam” Facebook page showing a purported B7 million transfer to then-deputy prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul was arrested…

The government is ready to support innovation that adds value to agricultural products and helps farmers reach global markets, according to Kosol Pattama, adviser to the Minister attached to the…

The Thai Ethanol Manufacturing Association has welcomed the cabinet's decision to reduce excise taxes on E20 gasohol and B20 biodiesel, saying the measure will help to ease living costs, support…

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Bangkok’s Khao San Road is preparing to host its biggest Halloween celebration yet on October 30 and 31, with organisers expecting up to 60,000 Thai and foreign visitors over the two nights. The…

Thailand ranks 80th in 2026 Rule of Law Index as global decline persists Thailand ranks 80th out of 143 countries in the 2026 Rule of Law Index, as the global rule of law recession continues. The…

Former Culture Minister and Pattaya Mayor Sontaya Khunpluem presided over the opening of the charity tournament on October 25th, 2026. – The event attracted 50 teams and…

A thorough investigation is needed to determine what caused aquatic animals to die in the Prachin Buri River, deputy government spokeswoman Lalida Persvivatana said.

The Commerce Ministry is closely monitoring protests and unrest across Europe to assess potential risks to Thai trade and exports, Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun said…

Some 64.85% of respondents lack confidence in the Anutin Charnvirakul government's welfare provision, with others saying Thais have limited access to state benefits, a Suan Dusit Poll survey has…

Opposition parties are scheduled to meet on Wednesday to discuss the timetable for a no-confidence debate, with the Democrat Party insisting it needs at least four days to grill the government.

Culture Minister Sabeeda Thaised has rejected Cambodia's demand for the return of artefacts found at Prasat Khana on the Thai-Cambodian border, insisting the items are Thai antiquities protected…

Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth said Thailand considers Prasat Ta Kwai and Prasat Khana to be Thai historic sites and will formally explain its position to Cambodia following claims and demands…

Thailand’s foreign minister has welcomed news that detained former Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi spoke to her son by phone, calling it a positive sign as ASEAN weighs its stance on Myanmar. Deputy…

The government is intensifying its crackdown on online scams with a new "No ID, No Ads" policy taking effect on Nov 1.

The Department of Airports has been instructed to prepare its facilities in the South for heavy rain, deputy government spokeswoman Ploythalay Laksameesaengjan says.

Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit has ordered an investigation into a company's application for plant variety protection covering four holy basil varieties, amid…