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State Audit Office Encourages Bold Spending for Border Area Assistance

Bangkok: The State Audit Office has urged government officials to act boldly and without fear of scrutiny when providing assistance to border areas, emphasizing the importance of honest and transparent spending to expedite disaster relief efforts. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Montien Charoenphol, Governor of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), highlighted that officials at all levels should

Election Commission of Thailand Prepared to Hold General Election and Referendum Simultaneously

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has announced its readiness to conduct both the general election and a referendum on the same day, highlighting potential cost savings. According to Thai News Agency, the ECT has received necessary details from the Cabinet and is awaiting the Prime Minister’s approval of the date. Campaigning for constitutional amendments is permitted, though leading

Hill 350 Ablaze Amid Thai-Cambodian Border Conflict

Bangkok: The Joint Press Center on the Thai-Cambodian Situation has reported that Hill 350 is currently ablaze as Cambodia launches a fierce attack, with Thailand affirming its defense in accordance with international law. Rear Admiral Surasan Kongsiri, a spokesman for the Ministry of Defence, indicated that Cambodia continues to engage in clashes along the border, with intensive shelling supporting attacks

Thailand and UNODC Convene Global Conference to Combat Cybercrime; Cambodia Not in Attendance

Bangkok: Thailand, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), is hosting an international conference aimed at forging global partnerships to combat cybercrime and fraud, with participation from 58 countries. Prime Minister Sihasak Srimuang highlighted Thailand’s dedication to tackling these issues and announced plans for a joint statement in Bangkok. He stressed that no single nation

Thai Economy Thrives as Over 80,000 New Companies Registered in 2025

Bangkok: New businesses continue to thrive, with over 80,000 companies registered in the first 11 months of 2025, reflecting confidence in the Thai economy. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Lalida Periswiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that data on new corporate registrations nationwide between January and November 2025 showed a total of 80,064 new companies established.

Thai Govt Pushes Royal Thai Dress for UNESCO Heritage Status

Bangkok: Thailand’s Ministry of Culture is spearheading a major campaign to promote the eight styles of the Chud Thai (Royal Thai Dress) and traditional Thai textiles, with the ultimate goal of achieving UNESCO recognition as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. According to Thai News Agency, this nationwide initiative honors the enduring legacy of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen

Thailand Unites 39 Nations to Combat Global Online Scams

Bangkok: Thailand has taken a significant step in the global fight against cybercrime by co-hosting the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The conference, held from December 17-18, 2025, at the InterContinental Hotel Bangkok, seeks to enhance international cooperation and share best practices to effectively

Sihasak Denies Interest in Prime Ministerial Candidacy Despite Bhumjaithai Party Speculations

Bangkok: Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkaew, during a visit to the Bhumjaithai Party headquarters, addressed speculations regarding his potential candidacy for prime minister. Upon inquiry, he clarified that he was merely there for a routine discussion and to take photographs for his Member of Parliament registration. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sihasak dismissed notions of political ambitions, stating, “I haven’t