Internal Affairs

Ministry of Finance Launches Skills Development Program for ‘Half-Half Plus’ Merchants

Bangkok: The Treasury Department has extended an invitation to “Half-Half Plus” merchants to participate in a skills development program, offering training aimed at upskilling and reskilling merchants, with potential earnings of up to 2,000 baht. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Winij Wisetsuvarnabhumi, Director-General of the Fiscal Policy Office and spokesperson for the Ministry of Finance, announced the launch of

Volunteer Ple Nakorn Rescued After Jet Ski Breakdown in Hat Yai Flood Relief

Hat yai: Volunteer actor Ple Nakorn, known for his dedication to flood relief efforts, found himself in a dire situation after his jet ski broke down while assisting in the evacuation of flood victims in Hat Yai. A team of 20 jet skis has been deployed to the area, and efforts are being made to accelerate food production, with June

Thai King’s China Visit a ‘Stunning Success,’ Envoy Says

Bangkok: The Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, Zhang Jianwei, today hailed the recent state visit of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana to China as a “stunning success” that “exceeded expectations.” According to Thai News Agency, the visit, which took place from November 13-17, 2025, at the invitation of President Xi Jinping to mark

Prime Minister Anutin Leads Campaign to End Violence Against Children and Women by 2025

Bangkok: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has launched a nationwide campaign aimed at ending violence against children, women, and family members by 2025. He called on all sectors of Thai society to unite in creating a safe environment by eliminating violence without resorting to violent means. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister Anutin, who also serves as Minister of Interior,

Mass Evacuation Ordered as Worst Flood in 25 Years Grips Hat Yai

Hat yai: Authorities have ordered the immediate evacuation of residents in Thailand’s southern commercial hub of Hat Yai, with officials warning the crisis is expected to worsen significantly over the next 24 hours as a massive new surge of floodwater arrives. According to Thai News Agency, the Governor of Songkhla province has instructed all residents in submerged parts of Hat

Flooding Crisis Deepens in Hat Yai

Songkhla: The flooding situation in Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, has worsened this morning. Communication and coordination in the area remain a major problem, making evacuation efforts insufficient. Foundations have brought in boats and numerous personnel to assist, but upon arrival, they are unsure of where to go next. According to Thai News Agency, the lack of efficient communication channels

General Prawit Orders Urgent Aid for Flood-Stricken Narathiwat Residents

Narathiwat: “Big Pom” has directed immediate operations to assist Narathiwat residents affected by severe flooding, stressing the necessity of ensuring supplies of food and drinking water, with mobile units deployed to reach all impacted areas. General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, has been briefed on the dire flooding situation affecting the districts of Rueso, Bacho, and Si

U-Tapao Canal Water Levels to Peak, Exceed 2010 Record

Songkhla: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) anticipates that the water level in the U-Tapao Canal will reach its highest point at noon today, surpassing levels seen in 2010. Efforts to expedite drainage are underway to mitigate potential impacts. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Danucha Pichayanan, Secretary-General of the Office of National Water Resources (ONWR), provided an update on the