Internal Affairs

Thailand to Close Border Checkpoints Amid Thai-Cambodian Tensions

Bangkok: Thailand is preparing to announce the closure of six Thai-Cambodian border crossings, ten relaxation points, and the Preah Vihear tourist spot in response to escalating tensions after Cambodia promoted a nationalist movement urging citizens not to purchase Thai products. According to Thai News Agency, the situation intensified after a clash between Thai and Cambodian soldiers in the Chong Bok

Pirapan and Ministry of Industry Collaborate to Address Palm Oil Price Challenges

Bangkok: In a significant move to tackle the ongoing palm oil price issue, Mr. Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, announced his collaboration with the Ministry of Industry. This initiative aims to propose legislative measures to regulate the oil business and promote solar energy usage among the public and farmers. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pirapan

Bangkok Tops Global List as Best City for Remote Work

Bangkok: Deputy government spokesperson Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan has announced that the New York Post website ranks Bangkok as the number one city globally for remote work, highlighting its low costs, fast internet, and beautiful views. According to Thai News Agency, the ranking was part of a study where cities could score up to 100 points, with Bangkok achieving a score

Anutin Remains Silent on Coalition Government Withdrawal Amid Interior Ministry Tensions

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has kept the media and the public guessing about his future in the coalition government. This comes after former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reportedly pushed to take over the Interior Ministry, a move that has stirred political waters. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin, who also leads the Bhumjaithai

People’s Party MPs Urge Government to Address Social Security Crisis with Transparency and Reform

Bangkok: People’s Party MPs have raised concerns over the looming social security crisis and emphasized the urgent need for the government to implement a transparent inspection system and reform the Social Security Fund’s structure. Sahaswat Khumkhong, a Chonburi Member of Parliament from the People’s Party, highlighted the necessity for the government to begin by settling the fund’s debts and linking

Prime Minister’s Sore Throat Before Crucial Budget Vote

Bangkok: The Prime Minister arrived at the Parliament building ahead of a pivotal vote on the draft budget bill 69. This event marked the final day of deliberations before the initial vote to approve or reject the 2026 fiscal budget bill. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, entered the House of Representatives meeting at 2:50

Government Spokesman Confirms No Closure of Thai-Cambodian Border Checkpoints

Bangkok: Government spokesman confirms that no Thai-Cambodian border checkpoints will be closed, reassuring that today there are many tourists during the long holiday, and that business is normal. He urged some groups not to incite or stir up conflict, emphasizing that it is not beneficial for all Thai people. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the