Internal Affairs

Local Award 2025 Ceremony Celebrates Sustainable Development Achievements

Bangkok: The Department of Local Administration, Ministry of Interior, held the Local Award 2025 ceremony to honor high potential local areas, create development models, and sustainably improve the quality of life of citizens. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Interior organized the event on October 24, 2025, at the Vayuphak Convention Center, Government Complex, Chaeng Watthana. The ceremony

Thailand’s MOU on Critical Minerals with U.S. Does Not Bind to Sides

Kuala lumpur: The Minister of Commerce confirmed that the MOU on critical minerals with the United States does not bind Thailand to choose sides. He revealed that China has already come to talks and expressed its willingness to cooperate with Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Suphajee Suthumpun, Minister of Commerce, gave an interview during the 47th ASEAN Summit

Thanapat Sees Positive Signal in Thai-Cambodian Statement, Urges End to Fake News

Bangkok: Assistant Professor Dr. Thanapat Chatinakrob, a lecturer at the Center for International Law, Faculty of Law, Thammasat University, discussed the recent developments concerning the signing of a joint statement between Thailand and Cambodia during the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia. He emphasized that the statement is a positive step forward for Thailand, as it addresses several critical issues between 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

Nationwide Ceremonies Planned for Mourning Her Majesty Queen Mother

Bangkok: The Ministry of Interior has announced that a ceremonial event will be held across 76 provinces and 878 districts to honor the memory of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. This event will allow the public to participate in expressing their condolences by pouring water over the royal corpse in front of a portrait of the Queen Mother.

Cabinet Clarifies Position on Private Sector Entertainment During Mourning Period

Bangkok: The Cabinet has clarified its stance on the organization of entertainment activities by the private sector during the national mourning period, stating that there is no prohibition but rather a request for consideration of format adjustments. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Traisulee Traisaranakul, Secretary-General to the Prime Minister, dispelled circulating rumors about a special Cabinet meeting chaired by

U.S. Ambassador to Thailand Extends Condolences on Passing of Queen Sirikit

Bangkok: The U.S. Ambassador to Thailand, Robert Godec, has extended his deepest condolences to His Majesty the King, the Royal Family, and the people of Thailand following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. On behalf of the United States and Americans residing in Thailand, Ambassador Godec expressed his sorrow and solidarity with the Thai people during