December 16, 2025

Narumon Welcomes Former MPs to Kla Tham Party, Bolstering 2026 Election Campaign

Bangkok: “Narumon” welcomes former MPs from Chalermchai’s group and Yotsing’s friend into the Klaatham family, strengthening their campaign for the 2026 general election. Ms. Narumon Pinyosinwat, leader of the Kla Tham Party, welcomed former Members of Parliament and former Provincial Council members from the group of Mr. Chalermchai Sri-on, former leader of the Democrat Party, who have applied to become

Bank of Thailand Sets March 2026 Deadline for Leasing Companies to Comply with New Regulations

Bangkok: The Bank of Thailand has announced that two major leasing companies have not yet reported compliance with the new regulations, with a deadline set for March 31, 2026. The report indicates that only 60% of smaller companies have complied with the regulations so far. Existing companies must complete their reporting by the deadline, while new companies have a 120-day

Patthida Wongsingh Wins Gold in Women’s 69 kg Weightlifting at SEA Games

Chonburi: 19-year-old rising star Patthida Wongsingh clinched a gold medal in the women’s 69 kg weightlifting event at the SEA Games, marking the sixth gold for the Thai weightlifting team. According to Thai News Agency, the women’s 69 kg weightlifting final was held at Chonburi Sports School, featuring five athletes. Patthida Wongsingh, the youngest competitor in her category, lifted 101

China Confirms Cambodia’s Heavy Weapons Are Outdated, Urges Ceasefire

Bangkok: Prime Minister Sihasak Srimuang has disclosed that China has confirmed the antiquity of Cambodia’s heavy weapons and emphasized that Cambodia must initiate a ceasefire first. A special meeting addressing the Thai-Cambodian border situation is slated for December 22nd in Malaysia. According to Thai News Agency, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkaew shared insights on the Thai-Cambodian border issue, noting that the

Plan B Refutes BMTA Contract Allegations, Asserts Court Rulings in Their Favor

Bangkok: Plan B Media Public Company Limited, commonly known as Plan B, has firmly rejected allegations concerning its advertising concession contract with the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA). According to Thai News Agency, Plan B issued a statement addressing information circulating in media and social media, which it claims could lead to misunderstandings and harm the company’s reputation. The allegations

Bank of Thailand Tightens Scrutiny on Dollar Transactions Amid Baht Appreciation

Bangkok: The Governor of the Bank of Thailand has expressed concern over the rapid appreciation of the baht and has ordered stricter scrutiny of dollar-denominated transactions. The rapid rise in the baht’s value has prompted immediate action from the country’s central bank to manage the exchange rate and address the factors contributing to this financial shift. According to Thai News

Border Clashes Between Thailand and Cambodia Impact Millions of Livestock

Bangkok: Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia have significantly affected the livestock sector, impacting over 200,000 farmers and 6.5 million animals across seven border provinces. The Department of Livestock Development has been actively working to provide continuous assistance to those affected. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Somchuan Ratnamangklanon, Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development, stated that the department

DBD Invites Thais to Explore Franchise Opportunities at Central Sriracha

Chonburi: Inviting Thais to create their own businesses, the Department of Business Development (DBD) is bringing 40 franchises to Central Sriracha from December 19-22. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Business Development is organizing the “Franchise for Career Creation Roadshow 2025,” showcasing over 40 leading franchise brands spanning food, beverage, service, and retail sectors. This initiative presents a