May 11, 2025

Thailand’s Strategic Shift: New Economic Future Beyond Trade Tariffs with the US

Bangkok: “Pansak” reveals that Thailand is about to change the game, talks with the United States are not just about negotiating taxes, but creating a new economic future. Mr. Pansak Vinyarat, Chairman of the Policy Advisory Board to the Prime Minister, elaborated on the Thai government’s readiness for trade negotiations with the United States, emphasizing a cooperative approach that transcends

NACC Committee to Probe Procurement and Senate Election Issues

Bangkok: Prepare to invite the Comptroller General’s Department to provide information on procurement and budget disbursement for the Office of the Auditor General’s Building. Chalat’, chairman of the NACC committee, will investigate 2 hot issues. On May 14, the Comptroller General’s Department will be invited to provide information on the procurement and budget disbursement of the State Audit Office building

Election Commission Reports Smooth Municipal Elections Nationwide

Bangkok: The Election Commission has expressed satisfaction with the overall smoothness of the municipal elections held nationwide, with hopes that the target of 70% voter turnout will be achieved. They have also instructed officials to clearly announce the votes and prepare contingency plans in case of rain or power outages. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ittiporn Boonprakong, Chairman of

Monporn Takes Action Amidst India-Pakistan Airspace Closure Impacting Thai-European Flights

Bangkok: “Monporn” has directed the Aeronautical Radio of Thailand to keep a vigilant watch on the ongoing situation between India and Pakistan, which has led to the closure of flight routes affecting Thai-European flights. Concurrently, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has assembled a working group aimed at mitigating the impact on aviation, with participation from the Aeronautical Radio of

Bangkok Faces Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Amid Summer Storm

Bangkok: Rain fell in Bangkok last night, with Lat Phrao District suffering the heaviest at 130 mm. The Meteorological Department revealed that the summer storm will continue to have an impact until May 12. Last night, many areas in Bangkok experienced heavy rain that exceeded the drainage capacity, causing flooding. During the season change period, continuous monitoring is still needed.

Meteorological Department Warns of Impending Summer Storms in 40 Thai Provinces

Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning to residents in Thailand as the country continues to experience the effects of summer storms. Authorities have alerted 40 provinces to brace for thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail on May 11-12, with particular emphasis on the northern, central, Bangkok, and the western coast of the southern regions. This adverse weather is attributed

Young Man Arrested for Strangling Girlfriend and Hiding Body in Phitsanulok Room

Phitsanulok: Police took a young man who strangled his girlfriend and hid her body in a room in the middle of Phitsanulok to reenact the crime to support his confession. The man expressed regret and thought about ending his life but did not have the courage, so he fled before being cornered and arrested. According to Thai News Agency, police

Chiang Mai’s Municipal Elections See High Turnout Amidst Complaints

Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai holds municipal elections, morning atmosphere is lively, while the Election Commission reveals that there are almost 30 complaints. The atmosphere for the election of Chiang Mai City Council members and mayor was lively since morning. As soon as the ballot boxes were opened, people gradually came to exercise their rights amidst the still bright weather without