Bangkok: The government is advancing its initiatives to support vulnerable groups, specifically focusing on the elderly, by establishing guidelines for home repairs with a fixed rate cap of 40,000 baht per residence. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Airin Phanrit, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, emphasized the government’s commitment to providing comprehensive welfare support aimed at enhancing the

Bangkok: Senator Pisit Apiwatnapong has firmly stated that the ongoing political maneuvering, which could result in the dissolution of parliament, is not connected to the Senate’s position on Article 256/28. He expressed concerns that this article might diminish the Senate’s authority to oversee legislation. Pisit argued that if a political party secures more than 350 seats, it could lead to

Sisaket: Amid rumors of a ceasefire, heavy clashes erupted on the Thai-Cambodian border in Kantaralak district, Sisaket province, this morning. Confirmed reports indicate four villagers were injured by shrapnel. According to Thai News Agency, the conflict has intensified in the region, causing distress among local residents. The local authorities are assessing the situation and providing necessary assistance to those affected.

Nanjing: China held a simple ceremony to commemorate the victims of the Nanjing Massacre of 1937, with President Xi Jinping notably absent, amid strained diplomatic relations between China and Japan over the Taiwan issue. According to Thai News Agency, the commemoration ceremony took place at 8:00 AM at the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, attended by people from various sectors. The

Bangkok: Somchai, a former Election Commission member, has asserted that conducting a referendum on question 1 alongside the general election scheduled for February 8th is not feasible due to conflicting legal timelines. He emphasized that while the election must be conducted within 60 days, the referendum is legally required to be held no less than 60 days later. This stipulation

Yala: The Secretary-General of the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) visited Yala to inspect the registration process for Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) elections and to offer encouragement to those working in the flood-affected areas. He emphasized the importance of efficient registration and preparation for the election of SAO council members and mayors on January 11, 2026. According to Thai News

Bangkok: “Saeng” explains the legal aspects of electoral district demarcation. ‘Saeng’ explained the legal aspects of redrawing electoral districts. He stated that if parliament is dissolved in early 2026, the population figures from the end of 2025 must be used for calculations. The district demarcation must be completed within 5 days of the royal decree announcing the election, to allow

Bangkok: The Thai Prime Minister held discussions with Malaysia to explore joint water management approaches. The Prime Minister engaged in talks with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development of Malaysia to enhance cooperation in areas where Thailand and Malaysia have potential, particularly in halal products, education, and drug suppression. They also discussed ways to jointly