July 30, 2025

Government Plans Extensive Celebrations for Queen Mother’s Birthday

Bangkok: The government is preparing to hold an event to honor Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, on the occasion of her birthday on August 12, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Yupha Thaweewattanakitborworn, Permanent Secretary to the Prime Minister’s Office, announced that the Prime Minister has requested royal permission on behalf of the government to organize activities

Supreme Court Accepts Lawsuit Against Dr. Kes Over Alleged Election Fraud

Bangkok: The Supreme Court has accepted a lawsuit against Dr. Kes and ordered him to stop performing his duties. The lawsuit alleges that Dr. Kes used his position as a professor to deceive and influence his election as a senator. The court has scheduled an examination of evidence for September 10. According to Thai News Agency, reporters noted that the

House of Representatives Approves Amendments to Criminal Code Defining “Sexual Harassment”

Bangkok: The House of Representatives has unanimously passed an amendment to the Criminal Code, introducing a universal definition of “sexual harassment.” The newly defined offense encompasses verbal harassment, gestures, monitoring, humiliation, and computer harassment, with potential prison sentences ranging from one to five years. Bosses exploiting subordinates are also liable, facing up to three years in prison. According to Thai

Thai Hospitals Suffer Severe Damage in Cambodian Heavy Weapons Attack

Bangkok: Revealing photos of a Thai hospital severely damaged after being attacked with heavy weapons by Cambodia have been released, showcasing a significant breach of international norms. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, Government Spokesperson and the Committee of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation Administration, strongly condemned the actions of the Cambodian government and military. The use of weapons

Thailand Plans to Showcase Cambodian Border Conflict Damage to International Visitors

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has confirmed plans to invite international visitors to witness the aftermath of a recent conflict along the Thai-Cambodian border, specifically in the Chong An Ma area of Ubon Ratchathani Province. This initiative follows similar steps taken by Cambodia to highlight the impact of the clashes. According to Thai News Agency, Maj. Gen. Winthai Suvari, an

Royal Thai Army Honors Fallen Soldiers with Royal Cremation Ceremony

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army held a royal cremation ceremony to honor four soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, granting them posthumous military ranks and promotions. According to Thai News Agency, the ceremony, held on July 30, 2015, was organized by the Royal Thai Army in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and local government agencies.

House Foreign Affairs Committee Engages British and EU Ambassadors on Thai-Cambodian Conflict

Bangkok: The House Foreign Affairs Committee recently held a significant meeting with the ambassadors of the United Kingdom and the European Union to address the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border dispute. The purpose of the meeting was to clarify the facts surrounding the incident and discuss potential resolutions. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting, chaired by Ms. Sarasnan Annoppaporn, MP for

Thailand to Send Ambassadors to Disputed Area on August 1

Bangkok: Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterates that Thailand will bring ambassadors to the area on August 1st. The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs pointed out that Cambodia rushed to bring its ambassador to the area because it had launched attacks on Thailand first, so it knew when it was safe. He emphasized that Thailand would bring its ambassador to