October 28, 2025

Government Establishes Committees for Queen Mother’s Royal Funeral Rites

Bangkok: The government has established eight committees to oversee the royal funeral rites for Her Majesty the Queen Mother in accordance with ancient royal traditions. The government is preparing to hold a royal funeral ceremony for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, with a worthy royal honor, beginning with the seven-day ceremony on October 30th. These committees will ensure

Thailand Faces Backlash for Signing Rare Earth MOU with United States

Bangkok: The public has voiced criticism against Anutin for allegedly placing Thailand at a disadvantage by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on rare earths with the United States. Concerns have been raised that the agreement was finalized in haste without Cabinet approval. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phattarapong Leelaphat, a Member of Parliament from Chiang Mai representing the

Mew Pornpawee Reverses Decision to Withdraw from SEA Games Badminton

Bangkok: “Mew” Pornpawee Chochuwong has reversed her decision to withdraw from the SEA Games badminton competition, following management issues with the Badminton Association of Thailand and a reduction in her allowance. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao, who also serves as Chairman of the Sports Authority of Thailand,

ASEAN and New Zealand Leaders Advocate for New Centre to Propel Green Agenda

Bangkok: The Prime Minister exchanged Maori greetings with the Prime Minister of New Zealand during the Special ASEAN New Zealand Summit, proposing three approaches to cooperation: “Security, Prosperity, and for the People.” He also supported the establishment of an ASEAN New Zealand Centre to drive the green agenda for sustainable growth. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister

SCGD Q3 Profit Surges by 37% Driven by Strong Vietnam Operations

Bangkok: SCGD has reported its third-quarter operating results, showcasing a significant profit of 305 million baht, marking a 37% increase from the previous quarter. This achievement represents the company’s best performance since its debut on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. SCGD’s success is attributed to its strategic operations in Vietnam, where PRIME Vietnam serves as a key production hub for

Suphamas Leads Communications for Royal Cremation Ceremony of Queen Sirikit

Bangkok: “Suphamas” emphasizes the communication of the royal cremation ceremony of “Her Majesty the Queen Mother” with the highest honor. Ms. Supamas Isaraphakdi, Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, held discussions with Ms. Sudruthai Lertkasem, Director General of the Public Relations Department, and her team following her appointment to a key position on the organizing committee for the Royal Cremation

Motorway M81 Opening for Free 24-Hour Use to Kanchanaburi Starting October 31st

Bangkok: Motorway M81 will be open for free use 24 hours a day, every day, starting October 31st. The Department of Highways invites the public to try out the new route connecting Bang Yai to Kanchanaburi. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Highways is preparing to launch a trial run of the 96-kilometer Bang Yai Kanchanaburi Motorway (M81),

ThaiBev Pays Tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother

Bangkok: Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) has expressed its condolences in front of the portrait of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, in an act of remembrance for her enduring grace. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thapan Sirivadhanabhakdi, Chief Executive Officer of ThaiBev, along with the Board of Directors, executives, and employees of the TCC Group, organized