July 20, 2025

Phumtham Vows Stringent Measures Against Drug Crime, Warns Indifferent Officials

Bangkok: In a recent address on the ‘Thai Opportunity’ program, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Phumtham Vejjayachai, reiterated the government’s firm stance on drug suppression, highlighting the critical nature of the issue. He warned civil servants of immediate transfers if found negligent in their duties, emphasizing that addressing drug-related problems is vital for economic development, especially at the

Countering Cambodia’s Distortion, Accusing Thailand of Planting Landmines

Bangkok: Spokesperson of the Royal Thai Army denies that Cambodia distorted the truth, accusing Thai soldiers of planting mines in Chong Bok, confirming that the mines found were not Thai, sending military engineers to collect evidence in the area, preparing to file a lawsuit with the UN. According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Thai Army has firmly responded to

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Condemns Cambodia’s Use of Anti-Personnel Mines at Thai Border

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Cambodia’s use of anti-personnel mines, labeling them a serious violation of international law and a breach of Thai sovereignty, while urging cooperative efforts for their removal. Mr. Nikorndej Plangoon, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issued a statement protesting against the recent planting of anti-personnel

Government Enforces Strict Standards for 19 Digital Platforms to Combat Online Fraud

Bangkok: Deputy Government Spokesperson Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak has emphasized that 19 digital platforms are mandated to clearly state the standards of products sold on their websites. This requirement is part of a broader initiative to prevent online fraud, as stipulated by the DPS Act, Section 20. According to Thai News Agency, the government, through the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA),

Royal Thai Army Deploys Engineers for Mine Clearance on Thai-Cambodian Border

Ubon ratchathani: The Royal Thai Army has dispatched military engineers to the Thai-Cambodian border to undertake a mine clearance mission in the Chong Bok area. The decision comes after three Thai soldiers were injured by a landmine while on a patrol mission aimed at maintaining peace in the region. According to Thai News Agency, following the incident, the 2nd Army

Royal Thai Army and NBTC Convene Meetings Over Chong Bok Mine Incident

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army is set to hold a small meeting to address the situation surrounding the Chong Bok mine in Ubon Ratchathani Province. This comes on the heels of an announcement by the 2nd Army Region that the mine was newly planted. This preliminary meeting aims to lay the groundwork for a comprehensive meeting scheduled for tomorrow. According

US Tax Negotiations Progressing Positively, Says Danupon

Bangkok: Danupon Punnakan, spokesman of the Pheu Thai Party, has expressed optimism regarding the ongoing negotiations on US tax measures, highlighting that the discussions are progressing well with anticipated tax rates aligning with regional averages. He emphasized the party’s commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for Thailand through persistent efforts in the negotiation process. According to Thai News Agency,

Pheu Thai Party Urges UN Action on New Chong Bok Mine Issue

Bangkok: The Pheu Thai Party spokesman has reiterated that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is preparing a report to the United Nations regarding the new issue of the Chong Bok mines, emphasizing a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Mr. Danupon Punnakan, the party spokesman, expressed concern for the Thai soldiers injured by landmines at Hill 481, Chong Bok, Ubon Ratchathani