December 11, 2025

Thais in Poipet Request Permission to Return to Thailand

Poipet: Tense situations arose at the Ban Khlong Luek permanent border crossing in Sa Kaeo province after Cambodia refused to release more than 6,000 Thais back to Thailand. Meanwhile, Thais in Poipet pleaded for their return, and their relatives on the Thai side were tearful with worry. According to Thai News Agency, the refusal by Cambodian authorities has caused significant

Private Thanarat Chanprathat Becomes Seventh Thai Army Fatality in Border Clashes

Sa kaeo: The mother of Private Thanarat Chanprathat wept and collapsed to her knees after learning of her son’s death, expressing pride in his sacrifice for the nation. Private Thanarat, a soldier from the 1st Army Area attached to the 11th Infantry Division, was killed by Cambodian gunfire during clashes on the Thai-Cambodian border in Sa Kaeo Province, becoming the

Trump Golden Card Introduced: Pay $1 Million for U.S. Visa with Citizenship Pathway

Washington: The United States has unveiled the “Trump Golden Card,” a new visa program that offers a pathway to American citizenship for foreign nationals willing to make a significant financial contribution. This announcement comes as the U.S. tightens immigration controls ahead of co-hosting the World Cup next year. According to Thai News Agency, the “Trump Gold Card” initiative, introduced by

Mexico to Implement Up to 50% Tariffs on Asian Imports Amidst Trade Tensions

Mexico city: Mexico is set to increase tariffs on imports from several Asian countries, including Thailand, following the approval of a bill by both houses of parliament. The move will see tariffs rise by as much as 50 percent on certain imported goods such as automobiles, auto parts, textiles, clothing, plastics, and steel from countries that lack trade agreements with

Australian Leaders Defend Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Canberra: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticized groups of young people for posting self-portraits on social media despite the world’s first law banning children under 16 from using social media. He said the enforcement of the law may have its initial difficulties but will ultimately save lives. According to Thai News Agency, the law came into effect on Wednesday,

Cambodia Accuses UNESCO of Inaction Amid Temple Clashes

Phnom penh: Cambodia has accused UNESCO of remaining silent and failing to take action to protect its World Heritage temples during the military clashes with Thailand, after UNESCO issued a statement expressing concern over the issue. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Keo R©my, President of the Cambodian National Human Rights Commission (CHRC), expressed his frustration on social media, highlighting

Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Engages with MCOT Executives During Thailand Visit

Bangkok: The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan met with executives of MCOT Public Company Limited during an official visit to Thailand. Mr. Elnur Mammadov, alongside Mr. Elchin Ragub Oglu Bashirov, Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Thailand, and embassy staff, paid a courtesy call on Associate Professor Issara Seriwattanawut, Chairman of MCOT Public Company Limited, to discuss potential collaborations and enhance

Myanmar Military Attacks Hospital in Rakhine State – 30 Dead

Resistance forces:esistance forces, aid workers, and eyewitnesses said on Thursday that at least 30 people, including patients, were killed after the Myanmar military launched an airstrike on a major hospital in Rakhine State, western Myanmar. More than 70 people were also injured. According to Thai News Agency, a spokesman for the Arakan Army, which is fighting the Myanmar military government