November 20, 2025

Anutin Confirms Government’s Commitment to Comprehensive Water Management Projects

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, has confirmed the government’s readiness to support water management projects across every province, with a substantial budget allocation aimed at mitigating flood risks and improving water flow. Over 100 billion baht has been earmarked for these initiatives, which seek to systematically manage water resources and reduce the need for annual

Thailand and Sri Lanka Discuss Welfare of Gifted Elephants

Bangkok: Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Suchart Chomklin, met with the Sri Lankan Ambassador on Wednesday to address growing concerns over the welfare of two elderly Thai elephants gifted to the South Asian nation. According to Thai News Agency, the discussions focused on Plai Pratupha (Thai Raja, 51) and Plai Srinarong (Kandula, 29), which

Abhisit Outlines Democrat Party’s Strategy for Prime Ministerial Nominees

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party, has disclosed plans to propose three candidates for the position of prime minister. According to Thai News Agency, this strategy is intended to align with the current political landscape, though Abhisit emphasized that there is no urgency in announcing these candidates. Abhisit discussed the party’s ongoing preparations for nominating both Members of

Thailand to Establish Four New Special Economic Zones for International Universities

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the establishment of four new special economic zones in Thailand, aimed at attracting renowned international universities to set up campuses in the country. This strategic move is expected to boost the higher education sector by designating these areas as hubs for high-potential foreign higher education institutions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesman

Government Urges Vaccination Amid Rising Influenza Deaths

Bangkok: The government has issued a warning following a surge in influenza cases, which have resulted in 100 deaths. It is advising seven specific at-risk groups to get vaccinated without delay. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Ayarin Phanrit, Deputy Government Spokesperson, highlighted that the fluctuating weather conditions have led to a rise in five infectious diseases over the past

Elderly Man Rescued After Being Swept Off Road by Floodwaters

Tha chang: Rescue workers and villagers mobilized to help a 65-year-old man who was swept off the road by floodwaters and stuck at the base of a rubber tree. More than 20 rescue workers and villagers joined forces to rescue the man on the Ton Sai-Ban Tha Baek Road in Tha Chang District. He was subsequently taken to safety by

Indonesia Evacuates Over 900 People Following Mount Semeru Eruption

Bangkok: Indonesia evacuated more than 900 people and is facilitating the safe return of 170 stranded climbers on Thursday after Mount Semeru, one of the country’s highest mountains, erupted again on Wednesday. According to Thai News Agency, the alert level remained at its highest after Mount Semeru on Java island erupted 10 times on Wednesday, spewing massive plumes of ash

54 Foreign Scammers Flee Myanmar Siege, Surrender in Thailand

Bangkok: Fifty-four foreign nationals, identified as scammers working at Myanmar’s notorious KK Park, illegally crossed the Moei River into Thailand and surrendered to authorities in Tak province. The individuals fled after the Myanmar military launched a siege and subsequently bombed the Myawaddy-based cyber-scam compound. According to Thai News Agency, the escapees were apprehended in two groups in Mae Sot district: