Bangkok: Prime Minister Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra addressed the ongoing discussions regarding the US tariff wall on her program “Thai Opportunity with Prime Minister Paethongtarn.” She revealed that negotiations have been continuous and involve consultations with a team of US tax experts since before former President Donald Trump took office. Discussions have also included the private sector and ASEAN countries, notably

Roi Et: Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, along with Ms. Jiraporn Sinthuprai, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, traveled to Roi Et Province to oversee the second phase of the debt relief initiative aimed at boosting farmers’ income. Their visit included stops at Chaturaphak Phiman Ratchaphisek School and Roi Et College of Agriculture and

Narathiwat: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a strong condemnation following a series of violent incidents targeting vulnerable groups in Narathiwat Province. These attacks have resulted in the tragic deaths and serious injuries of children, the elderly, and the disabled. According to Thai News Agency, the violent events unfolded on May 2, 2025, including a horrific case in

Bangkok: Akaradet Wongpitakroj, spokesman for the Palang Pracharath Party, has publicly asserted that Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, is not implicated in the ongoing investigation concerning relief bags. He stated Pirapan’s readiness to provide evidence to support his non-involvement, amidst claims of political discreditation following disputes over electricity bills. Akaradet is confident that these allegations will

Bangkok: The problem of bribery in the bidding of government procurement projects has led to corruption issues that deplete the budget and create structural problems within the economic system. Dr. Mana Nimitmongkol, President of the Anti-Corruption Organization (Thailand), has been engaged in discussions to address this pressing issue. According to Thai News Agency, Dr. Nimitmongkol emphasized that the prevalence of

Bangkok: Thai youth with a keen interest in IT are being encouraged to apply for the ODOS Summer Camp scholarships, offering them a chance to be inspired by leading tech figures globally. This initiative follows the approval of a charity lottery by the cabinet to support the One District One Scholarship (ODOS) project. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Linthiporn

Bangkok: Anusorn Eiamsa-ard, a party-list MP from the Pheu Thai Party, has reported a favorable reaction to the proposed Entertainment Complex Business Act after visiting various areas to discuss the draft bill’s content. The initiative aims to generate new income and stimulate economic growth in the country. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anusorn spoke about the directive from Prime

Bangkok: The government has announced the organization of a club event to honor His Majesty the King on Coronation Day, May 4, 2025, at the Santi Maitri Building in Government House, inviting the public to join in offering good wishes. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that on Sunday, May 4,