November 19, 2025

Iraq Wins Dramatic Match Against UAE to Keep 2026 World Cup Hopes Alive

Baghdad: Iraq still has a chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals after securing a 2-1 victory against the United Arab Emirates. Last night’s match was the second in the 2026 World Cup Asian Qualifiers Round 5, where Iraq hosted the United Arab Emirates. The first match ended in a 1-1 draw. According to Thai News Agency, the

Sihasak Seeks to Resolve Thai-Cambodian Border Issue at Brussels Forum

Brussels: Sihasak Phuangketkaew, Minister of Foreign Affairs, is set to attend the 4th EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum in Brussels, Belgium, with the aim of presenting his vision for security and strengthening relations. The forum also serves as a platform for addressing the Thai-Cambodian border issue. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nikorndej Plangkul, Director-General of the Department of Information and

Thailand and Cambodia Launch Joint Drone Survey for Border Demarcation

Bangkok: Thailand and Cambodia began a joint drone survey today to temporarily map and demarcate a disputed 13-kilometer section of their border, from Pillars 42 to 47, following an agreement reached on Tuesday. According to Thai News Agency, the aerial survey started at 9:00 a.m. to acquire imagery for temporary border pillar placement, which will be followed by a joint

NACC Finds Former National Parks Director-General Guilty of Corruption and Extortion

Bangkok: The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has found Ratchada Suriyakul Na Ayutthaya, former Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, and his associates guilty of corruption, extortion, and financial misconduct involving mangrove reforestation projects in the Chumphon Archipelago National Park. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Surapong Intharathaworn, Deputy Secretary-General of the NACC, acting as Secretary-General,

Thai Industrial Confidence Index Slows as Exports Decline, But Recovery Forecasted: ‘Quick Big Win’ Measures Strengthen Investment and Combat Grey Market

Bangkok: Mr. Kriangkrai Thienukul, President of the Federation of Thai Industries, revealed that the Industrial Confidence Index for October has experienced a decrease, registering at 87.3, down from 87.8 in September. This decline is largely attributed to reduced exports of durable goods, specifically combustion-powered vehicles and air conditioners, to the Australian and US markets, along with a fall in wood

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denies Cambodian Fake News Allegations

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed reports concerning Cambodian fake news as baseless and malicious. The Ministry refuted claims that Cambodian officials were harassing illegal immigrants in Chanthaburi Province. It emphasized adherence to international law and human rights, urging the United States to separate trade negotiations from national security matters. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nikorndej Plangkura,

General Nattapol Urges Swift Resolution of Thai-Cambodian Border Issues by December

Bangkok: General Nattapol Nakphanit, the Minister of Defense, has revealed the outcomes of the recent Defense Council meeting, emphasizing the urgency for the Thai government to expedite resolutions regarding the border issues with Cambodia, with a goal to establish a temporary settlement by December. Additionally, the meeting highlighted the importance of enhancing welfare support for military personnel across four specific

Chiang Mai University Achieves Milestone with Successful Liver Transplant between Male Twins

Chiang mai: The Faculty of Medicine at Chiang Mai University has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully performing the first liver transplant between 20-year-old male twins in Thailand, elevating the country’s organ transplantation standards to international levels. According to Thai News Agency, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Narend Chotirosniramit, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Chiang Mai University, stated that the