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The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) has sharply upgraded Thailand’s 2026 export growth forecast to a range of 8% to 10%, up from a previous projection of -0.5% to -1.5%, driven by a surge in global demand for artificial intelligence and technology goods.
The Chinese ambassador to Thailand has a duty to help Chinese nationals understand Thai laws, customs and regulations, not merely defend China's interests, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said today.
A new aviation security regulation due to take effect in October, allowing airport staff to inspect suspicious checked luggage without the owner being present and to break locks if necessary, has drawn mixed reactions, with critics expressing concerns about property damage and accountability.
Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary in Uthai Thani province has suspended tourism activities after a tiger fatally attacked a wildlife ranger yesterday.
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued an urgent warning for 49 provinces and Bangkok to prepare for the possibility of floods, forest runoffs, landslides and high waves between August 6 and 9.
Police shot and killed two suspects in a clash in Sukhirin district of Narathiwat province last night. The men were allegedly involved in last month’s Tak Bai shooting and have been identified as ‘Abdul Mukris’, 23, and ‘Saman’, 34.
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will begin an official visit to Bangkok tomorrow, with observers hoping that the bilateral talks will mark a turning point in addressing long-running shared challenges, including migrant labour, border security and transboundary pollution.
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing began a two-day official visit to Thailand on Thursday at the invitation of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, with the two countries expected to strengthen cooperation on border trade, security, labour and energy.
The Cabinet has approved in principle a ministerial regulation exempting the Early Departure Payment (EDP) lump sum paid to military personnel taking early retirement from personal income tax.
Officials are investigating the death of a wild gaur found outside the boundaries of Kui Buri National Park in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, with preliminary evidence indicating it had been shot, authorities said on Wednesday.
Thailand’s rice exports are showing signs of recovery as major importing nations accelerate purchases to build stockpiles against potential El Niño-induced droughts, according to Arada Fuangtong, director general of the Department of Foreign Trade (DFT).
A player for the Yala Football Club was killed by lightning during the "Golok FA Cup 2026" soccer match at the Santiphap (peace) Stadium in Su-ngai Kolok district of the southern province of Narathiwat yesterday. Several other players were also injured.
About two million applicants who missed out on the state welfare card program are likely to be included after all, now that the Land Transport Department has decided to waive the condition pertaining to ownership of cars which are more than 20 years old and motorcycles over 15 years old, Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angkasakulkiat said today.
TThe body of popular Thai travel vlogger Bowornthat Pengsuk, known online as 'Hlun Solo', is expected to arrive in Thailand from Georgia on Thursday.
As a veteran UN human rights rapporteur, Tom Andrews should have demonstrated a deeper appreciation of the sensitivities surrounding the Thai-Cambodian border conflict.
The parliamentary Opposition camp will seek a censure debate against the government during the next House session, with the ruling Bhumjaithai party's alleged Senate election fraud top of the agenda, according to People's party deputy leader Parit Wacharasindhu.
