Beijing: China is advancing with strategic plans to enhance its birth rate by initiating a nationwide “free childbirth” policy by 2026. This initiative, set to function under the national health insurance system, aims to alleviate the financial strain on parents, encouraging them to have more children. The declining birth rate poses a notable challenge to China’s demographic structure and economic

Bangkok: Stamford International University brought together 1,226 international graduates from 32 countries to pay their respects to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit during its 26th graduation ceremony. Stamford International University will hold its 26th Graduation Ceremony on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the BITEC Exhibition and Convention Center, Bangna, Bangkok. This year, a total of 1,226 graduates from 32 countries will

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

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

Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed credit for aiding in the resolution of tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, commending the leaders of both nations for their collaborative efforts in addressing the conflict. According to Thai News Agency, Trump made these remarks during a speech at the Mexican Border Defense Medal (MBDM) award ceremony. He highlighted the U.S. involvement in

Songkhla: The Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organization has initiated drone operations to spray deodorizing agents, disinfectants, and insecticides at the Koh Taew Subdistrict Municipality landfill. This effort is aimed at managing the flood-damaged waste that has accumulated in the area. According to Thai News Agency, the influx of flood-related waste from Hat Yai District is being moved from a temporary waste