Bangkok: The Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office presided over the ordination of monks and nuns project to honor His Majesty the King on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s birthday on July 28, 2025. Mrs. Yupha Thaweewattanakitbaworn, Permanent Secretary to the Prime Minister, led the laity in the hair-cutting ceremony as part of the ordination project of the

Bangkok: The government aims to enhance the health of Thai women by reducing cervical cancer rates through the expansion of free HPV vaccination services to female students at 24 pilot universities. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, emphasized the government’s commitment to improving women’s health by reducing cervical cancer’s impact. The Department of Disease Control,

Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has attributed Thailand’s economic struggles to the tax policies implemented by former U.S. President Donald Trump. He argues that these policies have negatively impacted Thailand’s GDP and hindered competitive strategies. Thaksin is advocating for the establishment of an Asset Management Company (AMC) to address the growing issue of household debt. According to Thai News

Bangkok: Bhumjaithai MPs are urging the government to disclose details of a deal with the United States concerning a 36% tariff set to take effect on August 1st. They are particularly concerned about the impact on Phang Nga Port, a significant tourist destination in Thailand frequented by Russians and Chinese, and the implications for national sovereignty. According to Thai News

Bangkok: The government has issued a warning to pregnant women about the risks of Zika virus infection, emphasizing the high risk of transmission from mother to fetus. It is urging pregnant women to take precautions to protect themselves from the virus. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, deputy government spokesman, expressed the government’s concern over the spread of

Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra delivered a special lecture at the “Unlocking Thailand’s Future to Fight Global Crises” event, with a significant turnout of politicians and business figures. The seminar was organized by MCOT and saw participation from notable figures, including Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Minister of Culture, and several members of the Shinawatra family. According to Thai News

Bangkok: People’s Party MPs have raised concerns with the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mr. Surawong Thienthong, regarding the budget allocation and operational issues of Thailand’s half-price travel program. The MPs pressed for details on the expenditure and accountability in case of any damages stemming from the program. Surawong assured that efforts are underway to address the program’s challenges and

Bangkok: “30 baht, treatment everywhere” moves forward to care for the people, upgrading health insurance, opening a “car to pick up and drop off cancer patients with gold card rights” service nationwide for free. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government is moving forward to improve Thai health insurance by opening a