July 8, 2025

Pheu Thai to Nominate Amorntep’s Daughter for Sisaket By-Election

Bangkok: Pheu Thai is preparing to send “Amorntep’s” daughter to compete in the Sisaket by-election, waiting for a party meeting to discuss this afternoon. Mr. Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports and Secretary-General of the Pheu Thai Party, gave an interview about sending a candidate for MP of Sisaket District 5 to replace Mr. Amorntep Sommai who passed away.

Pichai Continues Talks on US Tariffs Before August Deadline

Bangkok: Government spokesman reveals “Pichai” explained in the cabinet meeting, confirming that he will continue to negotiate US tariffs before they take effect on August 1. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, disclosed details following a cabinet meeting where Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, provided an update

Thailand Launches 20 Baht Flat Rate for Electric Trains Across Bangkok

Bangkok: The government of Thailand has officially launched its “20 baht electric train all lines” initiative, with the fare policy coming into effect on October 1st. This new measure aims to provide a flat rate for all electric train lines in Bangkok and its surrounding areas, aiming to reduce the cost of living and encourage public transportation usage. According to

Cabinet Extends Permanent Secretary of Transport’s Term

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the extension of the term of the Permanent Secretary of Transport for another year, while Kitti Surakhamhaeng sits on the Human Rights Committee of the Committee on Prevention and Suppression of Torture. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced the results of the Cabinet meeting. The meeting approved the Ministry

Cabinet Approves Transfer of Two Director-Generals to Inspectorate

Bangkok: The Cabinet has agreed to the Ministry of Interior’s proposal to transfer two Director-Generals to roles within the Inspectorate. This decision was made during a recent Cabinet meeting, which also involved appointing civil servants to four senior executive positions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, the spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, announced that the Cabinet has

Constitutional Court Upholds Surname Reversion Rule for Divorced Women

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court has ruled that women who divorce their husbands must revert to their original surname, as stipulated by the Personal Name Act. This decision confirms that the rule does not violate constitutional principles. According to Thai News Agency, the court unanimously upheld Section 13, paragraph one of the Personal Name Act of 1962. The Act allows women

Phisit Expels Nantana from Senate Meeting as Mongkol Pushes for Decision

Bangkok: Tensions ran high in the Senate meeting as Senator Phisit Apiwattanapong expelled fellow Senator Nantana Nantvaropa from the session after she requested a delay in voting on the committee designated to monitor the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). Nantana, who strongly opposed the decision, asserted her right to remain, questioning whether common sense prevails over the law and

“Winyat” Urges “Dr. Warong” to Publicize Supreme Court Witness Examination

Bangkok: The Supreme Court examined five witnesses in the Thaksin case on the 14th floor in the morning. “Winyat” asked “Dr. Warong” to release the witness examination to the public. The court asked for cooperation from the media. According to Thai News Agency, the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions has scheduled a hearing for Case No.