June 17, 2025

Royal Thai Army Restricts Border Crossings to Prevent Casino Employment

Sa Kaeo: The Royal Thai Army has implemented stringent regulations at the Thai-Cambodian border in Sa Kaeo Province, effectively prohibiting Thai citizens from crossing into Cambodia to work in casinos and entertainment venues located in Poipet. This measure has been in effect since 8:00 a.m. today. According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Thai Army has been managing the operations

Anutin Dismisses Using Alpine Lawsuit for Political Negotiation

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has made it clear that the ongoing legal dispute involving Alpine Company will not be leveraged for political bargaining. Anutin emphasized that Alpine has every right to seek legal recourse against the Ministry of Interior regarding the contested seizure of a golf course land title deed. According to Thai News Agency,

Anutin Reaffirms Position on Interior Ministry Amid Cabinet Reshuffle Talks

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has stated his readiness for the Bhumjaithai Party to move to the opposition if the Ministry of Interior is taken from them. He emphasized the original agreement in forming the government and questioned the real intentions behind the desire for the Interior Ministry. Bhumjaithai has consistently supported the Prime Minister and the government in

Incompatibility of Thai and Cambodian Maps Poses Significant Risk in Border Accuracy

Bangkok: Thai and Cambodian maps cannot be overlaid, risking inaccuracies of several kilometers. Surveying and mapping experts confirm that maps of Thailand and Cambodia cannot be directly compared, which could cause coordinates to differ by hundreds of meters to several kilometers, directly affecting the determination of international borders. According to Thai News Agency, the map of Thailand used for general

Half-Half Travel Thailand Opens Registration for Entrepreneurs

Bangkok: Half-Half Travel Thailand is now open for registration for entrepreneurs, marking the first day of the initiative on June 17, 2025. Mr. Surawong Thienthong, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, announced the commencement of the registration process for tourism entrepreneurs under the Half-Half Thailand project. The registration for individuals who wish to participate in the project is scheduled for

Mongkol Surassajja Launches Initiative to Distribute Thai Fruits Amid Cambodian Import Ban

Bangkok: In a proactive move to address the surplus of Thai agricultural products in the market, Mongkol Surassajja, President of the Senate, has launched an initiative named “Long Senab” to purchase and distribute fruits. This effort comes in response to Cambodia’s recent ban on Thai agricultural imports, which Mr. Mongkol dismisses as merely affecting local markets rather than significant ones.

Thailand Secures Cabinet Approval to Host Formula One from 2028 to 2032

Bangkok: The Cabinet has given the green light for Thailand to bid to host the Formula One (F1) races, approving a budget of 41,339 million baht over a span of five years from 2028 to 2032. The races are planned to be held over three days each year, either in March or September, with a dedicated committee set up to

Mongkol Surassajja Addresses Senate’s Role Amid Political Tensions

Bangkok: “Mongkol” keeps his mouth shut about giving his opinion on the political situation and collusion with the Senate. Mongkol Surassajja, President of the Senate, insists he is not worried about himself, but is still in the position and must perform his duties for the benefit of the country. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Mongkol Surassajja provided insights into