Internal Affairs

Maris Urges Thailand to Avoid Becoming a Pawn in US Rare Earth Strategy

Bangkok: Maris Sangiampong, the former Foreign Minister, has issued a stern warning to the Thai government, urging them not to allow Thailand to become a mere pawn in the United States’ strategic maneuvering over rare earths. He highlighted the importance of employing “technological diplomacy” to maintain a balance between global superpowers. According to Thai News Agency, Maris’s warning follows the

Government Spokesman Encourages Spending on “Half-Half Plus” Project

Bangkok: Government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat is urging citizens to take advantage of the “Half-Half Plus” project, which runs from October 29 to December 31, 2025, between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM. The Ministry of Finance is still welcoming applications from businesses interested in participating in the initiative until December 19. According to Thai News Agency, Siripong, representing the Prime Minister’s

Deputy Spokesperson Ayrin Visits Half-Half Plus Market in Pathum Thani to Launch Economic Initiative

Bangkok: Deputy Government Spokesperson Ayrin visited the “Half-Half Plus” market in Lam Luk Ka District, Pathum Thani Province, on the first day of the project. The atmosphere was lively. It is expected that the project will generate over 88 billion baht in revenue nationwide. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Ayrin Phanrit, Deputy Government Spokesperson, inspected the readiness of community

Hong Thai Inhalers Under FDA Scrutiny for Microbial Contamination

Bangkok: “Hong Thai” executives have clarified reports concerning an FDA finding of germs in an old batch of their inhalers, asserting compliance with standards and their readiness to assume full responsibility. Mr. Thiraphong Rabuetham, known as “Keng,” who owns Hong Thai Herbal Products Co., Ltd., spoke to Prachachat Business to address the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) findings that “Hong

Ministry of Commerce Tightens Controls on Black Clothing Amid Surge in Demand

Nonthaburi: The Ministry of Commerce is implementing stricter regulations on the sale of black clothing following a significant increase in purchases by citizens mourning the recent passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. The Ministry assures the public that there is an adequate supply of black clothing and that prices remain stable. According to Thai News Agency, the

Cabinet Approves Non-Binding Rare Earths Bill in Special Meeting

Bangkok: The Secretary General of the Council of State has confirmed that the rare earths bill was approved by the Cabinet during a special meeting. The approval marks the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on cooperation in developing the rare earth mineral supply chain between Thailand and the United States, which has been clarified as non-binding and not

China Discovers New Species of Snake in Sichuan’s Rainforests

Chengdu: A team of Chinese scientists has discovered a new species of snake in the West China Rainforest, primarily located in Sichuan, naming it the “West China Mountain Snake.” According to Thai News Agency, between 2020 and 2025, researchers from the Chengdu Institute of Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qinghai University, and other institutions identified several non-venomous snakes in the

Grace Water Made (GWM25) Welcomes Shareholders, Confident in 2025 Revenue Exceeding 180 Million

Bangkok: Grace Water Made (GWM25) welcomed shareholders to its factory tour and provided an update on operations for the second half of 2025, confident that its full year performance will drive revenue of more than 180 million baht. Mr. Thongchai Pami, Chief Executive Officer, and Mr. Thanawat Peeraweeraphat, Chief Financial Officer, of Grace Water Med Public Company Limited (GWM25), welcomed