August 11, 2025

Open for Applications for “Caregivers for Dependents” Over 18,000 Positions

Bangkok: The government is taking steps to care for the people in all aspects. It is accepting applications for over 18,000 “dependent care assistants” to care for over 100,000 people in communities nationwide. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikan Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government, through the Ministry of Public Health, the Ministry of Interior, and the

Royal Thai Army Denies Sovereignty Violation in Prasat Ta Kwai Dispute

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has firmly denied any violation of Cambodian sovereignty concerning the Prasat Ta Kwai case. The Army’s spokesperson addressed allegations from Cambodia, asserting that Thailand did not engage in any provocative actions or plans to use military force in the disputed area. According to Thai News Agency, Army spokesman Major General Winthai Suvari responded to statements

Thailand Reaffirms Non-Recognition of ICJ Jurisdiction Amid Border Tensions with Cambodia

Bangkok: Jirayu reiterated that Thailand does not accept the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and is preparing to submit evidence to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to prosecute Cambodia for war crimes and clear acts of harming civilians. He also expressed his strongest condemnation of the new landmines, which have injured Thai personnel for the third time.

Uncle Pom Celebrates 80th Birthday with Merit-Making Ceremony at His Residence

Min buri: “Uncle Pom” closed his residence to make merit on his 80th birthday. According to Thai News Agency, General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, marked his 80th birthday by closing his private residence in Min Buri for a merit-making ceremony. The event, held on August 11, 2025, included a Buddhist chanting ceremony and alms-giving to monks.

Thailand Denies Use of MK-84 Bombs and Claims Sole Focus on Military Targets

Bangkok: Thailand has reiterated its stance that it has never possessed MK-84 bombs and asserts that its military operations are directed solely at military targets. Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office and a member of the Special Operations Center for the Administration of the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation (SOC), responded to the Cambodian government’s decision to invite foreign

Government Endorses OTOP Initiative to Boost Sustainable Income and Value

Bangkok: The government has pledged its support for the OTOP project to foster sustainable value and income. Bhumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, acting Prime Minister, inaugurated the “Thai Arts and Crafts, OTOP, Forging Hearts with Royal Grace” event, emphasizing the government’s dedication to expanding the OTOP initiative. The focus is on broadening market channels, enhancing quality,

Palang Pracharath Party Confident of Passing 2026 Budget

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party is confident that the House will pass the 2026 budget, emphasizing that all MPs must attend the meeting in unison. The party stressed that its MPs attended the meeting together, dismissing concerns over opposition protests related to budget adjustments addressing Trump’s tax bill. The party believes the government is ready to tackle any potential crisis.

Phumtham Dismisses Resignation Rumors Surrounding Paethongtarn Shinawatra

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, addressed the ongoing speculation regarding Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra’s potential resignation post-2026 budget discussions, firmly denying such claims. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham emphasized that Ms. Paethongtarn never expressed any intention to resign following the second and third readings of the 2026