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Thammasat University Academics Challenge MOU on Rare Earth Minerals

Bangkok: A Thammasat University academic has voiced concerns that Thailand is unprepared to enter the rare earth mineral production supply chain due to insufficient legislation, control measures, and technological expertise. The academic argued that the interim government should not grant concessions to other countries and should wait for the next government to achieve public consensus. According to Thai News Agency,

Thanapat Sees Positive Signal in Thai-Cambodian Statement, Urges End to Fake News

Bangkok: Assistant Professor Dr. Thanapat Chatinakrob, a lecturer at the Center for International Law, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University, discussed the recent developments concerning the signing of a joint statement between Thailand and Cambodia during the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia. He emphasized that the statement is a positive step forward for Thailand, as it addresses several critical issues between the

Abhisit Urges Government to Disclose Rare Earth Minerals Agreement with US

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party, has called on the Thai government to reveal the details of its agreement with the United States concerning rare earth minerals. He emphasized the importance of transparency and highlighted three key precautions to prevent the US from monopolizing the agreement. According to Thai News Agency, Abhisit addressed the potential impacts of the

Jude Soonsap Bell to Represent Thailand in Upcoming Matches

Bangkok: Jude Soonsap Bell, the Thai English striker currently playing for Grimsby Town in League Two, has officially accepted the call to join the Thai national football team. The former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur player will represent Thailand during the FIFA Day in November. According to Thai News Agency, the decision came after extensive discussions with Nualphan Lamsam, the president

Abhisit Urges Thailand Not to Trust Cambodia Even After Peace Deal Signed

Bangkok: Abhisit reiterated that Thailand should not be complacent about Cambodia, even after signing a peace treaty. He emphasized that diplomacy must be pursued in conjunction with security forces. He had already told the Prime Minister to be wary of Cambodia, saying it could be used to discuss the issue at any forum. He did not guarantee that Trump, as

Train Service Resumes in Southern Thailand After Blast

Narathiwat: Rail services on Thailand’s southern line resumed Tuesday after crews quickly repaired damage from a bomb blast near Marubo station in Narathiwat province on Monday, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) said. The explosion damaged a switch point. SRT immediately replaced damaged concrete track sleepers and filled the crater, allowing traffic to flow again. According to Thai News Agency,

Thailand Confirms No Unilateral Benefits to U.S. in Rare Earth Development

Bangkok: The government has confirmed that it will not provide benefits to the United States regarding rare earths. It emphasized that the joint development, exploration, and processing of these materials are not legally binding. It supports electric vehicles and clean energy, and does not provide benefits to the United States unilaterally. Ekniti revealed that this will be used as leverage

Thailand’s MOU on Critical Minerals with U.S. Does Not Bind to Sides

Kuala lumpur: The Minister of Commerce confirmed that the MOU on critical minerals with the United States does not bind Thailand to choose sides. He revealed that China has already come to talks and expressed its willingness to cooperate with Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Minister of Commerce, gave an interview during the 47th ASEAN Summit