December 16, 2025

Thepthai Senpong Urges Halt on MOU Referendum Amid Political Concerns

Bangkok: Former Nakhon Si Thammarat MP, Thepthai Senpong, has issued a cautionary message to the government and the Election Commission (EC) concerning the proposed referendum on Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) 43 and 44, warning of potential political manipulation and misrepresentation of public opinion. According to Thai News Agency, Thepthai shared his concerns on his Facebook page, “Thepthai – Political Talk,”

Supajee Confirms Stalled Tariff Negotiations with US, Awaits Cabinet Discussion

Bangkok: Commerce Minister Supajee Suthamphan has reiterated that negotiations on the Trump tariff deal have stalled and are awaiting discussion in the Cabinet. According to Thai News Agency, Supajee confirmed that the United States has not yet adjusted its terms regarding tariffs, highlighting that the final decision rests with the US State Department, which has instructed its technical team to

Royal Thai Navy Clarifies Stance on Gulf of Thailand Blockade Proposal

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Navy has confirmed that there are no plans to close the Gulf of Thailand. Instead, they propose blocking the shipment of strategic supplies to ensure national security. According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Thai Navy emphasized that the proposal is aimed solely at obstructing the transport of military supplies to safeguard public safety. They reiterated

General Apirat Kongsompong Calls for Patience in Resolving Thai-Cambodian Conflict

Bangkok: “Big Lek” (General Apirat Kongsompong) has requested additional time to address the ongoing Thai-Cambodian conflict, emphasizing that a ceasefire will be achieved once Cambodia halts its aggressive actions. According to Thai News Agency, General Natthaphol Nakpanich, the Minister of Defence, reported ahead of a National Security Council meeting that the situation along the Thai-Cambodian border is unfolding as anticipated.

Chaiyanok Chidchob Addresses Allegations and Political Implications Amidst Legal Battle

Bangkok: “Chaiyanok” reiterates that she stands by her mother but is not taking sides regarding the controversy surrounding the posting of the civil registration documents. Chaiyanok affirms that no one is above the law, after being sued for allegedly failing to take action regarding his mother’s posting of the opposing party’s civil registration information. He points out that after investigation,

Trat Police Arrest Cambodian Officer’s Family Over Espionage Concerns

Trat: Police in Trat have arrested the family of a Cambodian police officer amid concerns they were transmitting classified information to Cambodia. Investigators from the Trat City Police Station conducted a raid at the family’s residence in Ban Laem Hin, Nong Khansong Subdistrict, Mueang Trat District, following suspicions of espionage activities. During the operation, authorities confiscated four mobile phones for

Big Lek Calls for Time to Resolve Thai-Cambodian Conflict Amid Missile Controversy

Bangkok: “Big Lek” (General Apirat Kongsompong) has stressed the importance of averting hostility between Cambodia and Thailand as tensions rise over seized missiles. The General has requested additional time to address the ongoing Thai-Cambodian conflict, highlighting that the missiles, captured by Thai authorities, could either be utilized or dismantled. He noted that investigations are underway, and there have been no

China Urges Ceasefire Between Thailand and Cambodia Amid Rising Tensions

Bangkok: China issued its second statement, urging Thailand and Cambodia to cease fire, underscoring their inseparable relationship as neighbors. Foreign news agencies reported that the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its spokesman Guo Jiakun, expressed grave concern over the tense situation along the Thai-Cambodian border. The ministry urged all parties to exercise utmost restraint and take all possible measures