Bangkok: The United States hopes that Thailand will immediately release Cambodian soldiers. A senior U.S. State Department official said Monday that the United States expects Thailand to work with Cambodia to immediately begin the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers after the two countries’ leaders signed an updated ceasefire agreement on Sunday, witnessed by U.S. President Donald Trump. According to Thai

Bangkok: The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has announced significant progress in the repairs on Samsen Road, specifically in front of Vajira Hospital. The civil engineering contractor responsible for the Purple Line (Tao Poon – Rat Burana) segment, which extends to the Kanchanaphisek Ring Road, has successfully completed the demolition of the Sam Sen Police Station building. According

Bangkok: The Minister of Tourism and Sports has confirmed that Loy Krathong, New Year, and Songkran celebrations will proceed, albeit with a more subdued tone. Fireworks will be allowed but in moderation, to maintain the tourist atmosphere and ensure Thailand remains a global travel destination. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Atthakorn Sirilathayakorn, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, emphasized

Bangkok: Dang Pankorn has announced the postponement of his major concert to pay respects to Her Majesty the Queen Mother. He plans to adjust the show format for suitability. According to Thai News Agency, the decision follows the Bureau of the Royal Household’s announcement of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother’s peaceful passing on October 24, 2025. In response,

Bangkok: People gradually pay their respects before the portrait of Her Majesty the Queen Mother at the Grand Palace’s Sala Sahathai Samakhom Hall. Individuals pass through the screening point at Sanam Luang in an orderly manner, reflecting the somber mood of the occasion. According to Thai News Agency, after passing the screening point at Sanam Luang, visitors proceed from Mani

Bangkok: Thanakorn Wangboonkhongchana, Minister of Industry, highlighted the careful approach taken by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States concerning rare earth minerals. According to Thanakorn, this move is expected to be beneficial for Thailand, particularly in fostering technological advancement. According to Thai News Agency, the MOU between Thailand and the United

Bangkok: Thailand’s Culture Ministry has officially begun preparations for the Royal Cremation Ceremony of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, who passed away on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth on Monday assigned the Fine Arts Department to oversee all aspects, including the design of the Royal Crematorium and the restoration of