September 2, 2025

Kla Tham Party Leader Affirms Support for Anutin as Next Prime Minister

Bangkok: The leader of the Kla Tham Party has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Anutin Charnvirakul as the 32nd Prime Minister and emphasized his decision not to interfere with the Pheu Thai Party’s request to dissolve Parliament, while also maintaining that there will be no negotiation over cabinet quotas. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Narumon Pinyosinwat, the Minister of

People’s Party Divided Over Prime Ministerial Candidate Selection

Bangkok: The People’s Party is currently experiencing internal divisions as the selection process for the next Prime Minister heats up. A crucial meeting has been scheduled for September 3, where the executive committee will decide whether to back Anutin Charnvirakul or another candidate for the position. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, a party-list MP for the Prachachon

King Appoints Narong Klanwarin as New Election Commissioner

Bangkok: His Majesty the King has appointed Narong Klanwarin as an Election Commissioner, following the resignation of Pakorn Mahannop from the role. According to Thai News Agency, the appointment was made after Pakorn Mahannop resigned due to reaching the age of 70, creating a vacancy in the Election Commission. The Royal Gazette website published the official announcement of this appointment.

Dams and Rivers Prepped for Monsoon Rains with Accelerated Water Drainage

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) has announced plans to accelerate water drainage from dams and rivers in preparation for the impending monsoon trough expected from September 4th to 11th. This strategic move aims to mitigate potential flooding as the monsoon trough is predicted to bring significant rainfall to the lower northern and central regions of Thailand. According to Thai

Thailand’s Ministry of Agriculture to Develop Microalgae for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Bangkok: The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives has announced a collaboration with the private sector to develop microalgae as a source of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative is expected to yield results within one to two years, highlighting a more economical alternative to using used frying oil. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Atthakorn Sirilathayakorn, Minister of Agriculture and

Pasak Dam Increases Water Discharge to Handle Projected Inflows

Lop buri: The Royal Irrigation Department has announced a significant increase in water discharge from the Pasak Jolasid Dam, anticipating an influx of 1.4 billion cubic meters of water by the end of the rainy season. This strategic move will lead to a gradual rise in water levels in the Pasak River downstream, ranging from 0.80 to 1.00 meters. The

‘Prasert River Basin’ Chosen for Water Resource Ownership Study

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is collaborating with Germany, Australia, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to investigate water resource ownership patterns. This initiative focuses on the Prasae and Pa Sak river basins, which play an essential role in supporting agriculture, industry, and commerce. The project aims to establish a balanced and sustainable allocation of water resources. According

Thailand Passes US MMPA Standards, Paving the Way for Barrier-Free Aquatic Animal Exports

Bangkok: Good news for the Thai fisheries sector: The US government, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has officially announced its certification of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) standards, indicating that all fishing gear has passed the standard, allowing all aquatic products to be exported. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Bancha Sukkaew, Director-General of the Department