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Election Commission of Thailand Updates Regulations for 2025 Parliamentary Elections

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has announced new regulations concerning the election of Members of Parliament, specifically Regulation No. 2 for the election of members of the House of Representatives, B.E. 2568 (2025). This regulation has been officially published in the Royal Gazette as of December 19, 2025, and became effective the day after its publication. According to

Government Urges Over 100,000 Student Loan Defaulters to Repay or Face Legal Consequences

Bangkok: The government is issuing a stern warning to over 100,000 student loan borrowers, emphasizing the need to clear their debts promptly or face legal actions. These borrowers, who had been ordered by the court to settle their loans, are urged to either repay the outstanding amounts displayed on the SLF Connect app or arrange for debt restructuring online by

Election Commission of Thailand Issues New Regulation for Overseas Elections

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) has released Regulation No. 2 concerning the election of members of the House of Representatives outside the Kingdom of Thailand for the year B.E. 2568 (2025). This regulation aims to address the conduct of elections beyond the country’s borders. According to Thai News Agency, the new regulation seeks to enhance the comprehensiveness and

Rubio Pushes for Ceasefire Agreement Between Thailand and Cambodia to Be Reinstated by Next Week

Bangkok: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed efforts by the U.S. government to encourage Thailand and Cambodia to re-engage with the ceasefire agreement coordinated by President Donald Trump, targeting a resumption of compliance by early next week. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Rubio stated that despite the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia being previously halted through a written

Courageous Thai Police Officer Completes Mission Despite Injury

Bangkok: Admiration for the courageous police officer, “New Inspector,” who remained on duty despite being injured. Admiration for the courageous police officer, “Sergeant Mai,” who, despite being injured, continued his life-saving mission, successfully transporting an injured soldier and his heart for organ transplant. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Samran Nualma, Deputy Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police

Government Warns Over 100,000 Student Loan Borrowers of Legal Consequences

Bangkok: The government is urging over 100,000 student loan borrowers to promptly repay and close their accounts according to the outstanding balance shown in the Student Loan Fund Connect app. The government has emphasized the urgency for borrowers to either repay their loans or restructure their debt online by December 2025 to avoid legal action. According to Thai News Agency,

International Court of Justice to Hear Myanmar Genocide Case Next Year

Bangkok: The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to commence hearings on the Myanmar genocide case early next year. The World Court announced that it will address the accusations of genocide against the Rohingya Muslim ethnic group from January 12 to 29. According to Thai News Agency, this trial is being closely monitored as it is expected to set

Putin Stands Firm on Conditions for Ending Ukraine Conflict

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated that there will be no concessions on Russia’s terms for ending the ongoing war in Ukraine. He accused the European Union of attempting “daylight robbery” by seizing Russian assets. According to Thai News Agency, during his annual press conference and the “Direct Line” program, President Putin emphasized that Russia’s conditions, as declared in