May 25, 2025

Royal Water Ceremony Honors Fallen Police Officers in Helicopter Crash

Prachuap Khiri Khan: Royal water was poured over the bodies of two police officers who died in a tragic helicopter crash in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. The national police chief has ordered an urgent investigation into the cause of the crash and has assured the provision of assistance, compensation, and encouragement to the bereaved families. According to Thai News Agency,

Bodies of Police Officers in Helicopter Crash Moved to Wat Nawalan for Royal Ceremony

Prachuap Khiri Khan: The bodies of two police officers involved in a recent helicopter crash have been moved to Wat Nawalan as preparations are set for a royal bathing ceremony later today. According to Thai News Agency, the Bell 212 helicopter, serial number 2215, from the Kanchanaburi Police Aviation Unit, crashed on May 24 in Ban Nong Kok, Ao Noi

Seized 11 Tons of Illegal Avocados Smuggled from Vietnam

Pathum Thani: Central Investigation Bureau police seized nearly 11 tons of smuggled avocados, found that the products imported from Vietnam were disguised as other fruits, hoping to deceive officials. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), Consumer Protection Police Division, together with Customs Department officials, seized 421 baskets of fresh avocados, weighing a total of approximately 10,500 kilograms, valued at 1,200,000 baht,

Treasury Advances Entertainment Complex Plans with Industry Leaders

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance is advancing plans for a new Entertainment Complex, engaging in talks with the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Thai Industries. All parties have expressed their support for the development of this expansive business area. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance, revealed discussions have been held with

Student Loan Fund Urges Borrowers to Restructure Debts Online to Halt Extra Deductions

Bangkok: The Student Loan Fund (SLF) has urgently called on borrowers, who are facing an additional 3,000 baht salary deduction, to restructure their debts online. This move aims to stop the extra deductions and offers borrowers the opportunity to apply for a reduction in the deduction amount through the SLF website. The announcement comes after it was revealed that over

US Tariff Hike on EU Goods Presents Opportunities and Risks for Thai Exports

Bangkok: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anusorn Thamjai, Dean of the Faculty of Economics at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, has revealed that the United States’ decision to impose a 50% tariff on imported goods from the European Union starting June 1, 2025, could have significant implications for the global trade system and the economies of both regions. The

Thailand Enforces Strict Regulations on Short-Term Courses for International Students

Bangkok: Strict control and regulation of short-term courses for international students in Thailand have been officially implemented. The government has mandated that educational institutions must adhere to specified standards, with non-compliance potentially leading to course cancellation. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Karom Polpornklang, Deputy Government Spokesperson, highlighted the government’s commitment, through the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and

Government Promotes Southern Thailand Tourism During Rainy Season to Boost Local Economy

Bangkok: The government is actively encouraging people to visit the southern region of Thailand during the rainy season through the ‘La Ta Saneha’ initiative, in an effort to boost local activities and stimulate the community economy while connecting the entire country. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, emphasized the government’s commitment to promoting tourism year-round,