On July 12, 2025, Roongniran Modsiri, chief administrator of Mae Naam Khuu Subdistrict in Pluak Daeng District, Rayong Province, along with officials from the district and relevant agencies, conducted an urgent inspection following complaints of illegal industrial waste dumping. They discovered approximately five rai of chemical waste and debris piled near a large pond in a pineapple field in Moo 4, Mae Naam Khuu, along the Nikom Phattana-Pluak Daeng Road.

The inspection revealed that water in the pond had turned completely black and was emitting a strong, pervasive stench. Workers were observed maintaining the site, which authorities believe is an unsanitary industrial waste sorting and recycling operation. Roongniran stated that the subdistrict municipality coordinated immediately with Pluak Daeng District to prevent environmental and public health damage. Water samples have been sent to a certified laboratory for contamination and residue testing, with legal action promised if standards are exceeded.

The operator has been ordered to immediately transport all chemical waste off-site for proper, environmentally sound disposal and has agreed to complete the work quickly. The municipality will closely monitor the situation to ensure the area is restored and poses no further risk to neighboring communities.

Suzuki Motor Thailand has unveiled an upgraded Carry, a small multi-purpose pickup truck with enhanced features aimed at reducing operational burdens for small business owners. The vehicle remains popular among entrepreneurs and business owners nationwide due to its agility, affordability, and versatility for various business applications including food trucks, retail operations, transport services, and community businesses. Since its launch through June 2026, the Carry has sold over 62,617 units in Thailand, cementing its place in the hearts of Thai consumers, particularly among small and medium enterprises, under the concept "Carry Your Dream, accompanying every dream path."

Despite current consumer challenges, including changes to the excise tax structure affecting small pickup purchases, Suzuki positioned the Carry as an affordable solution while maintaining competitive pricing and value standards. The updated Carry features a simplified design with a uniform front bumper color, enhanced durability, and simplified paint or customization options. The model removes factory door decals, rear box badges, rear cabin dividers, and MP3 radio systems to give entrepreneurs maximum freedom to customize the vehicle according to their brand specifications and business needs.

Performance remains the Carry's core strength, powered by a K15B gasoline engine with 1,462cc displacement producing 97 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 135 newton-meters of torque at 4,400 rpm. The five-speed manual transmission supports E20 fuel. The vehicle features a durable flat cargo bed made from galvanized reinforced steel, opens on three sides, and handles loads up to 945 kilograms. Measuring 4,195mm long, 1,765mm wide, and 1,910mm high with a turning radius of just 4.4 meters, it offers excellent maneuverability in confined spaces.

Safety features include ABS anti-lock brakes and Engine Drag Control to maintain wheel balance during hard braking, ensuring comprehensive driver protection.

On July 12, 2569, at Buri Sri Phu Hotel in Hat Yai, Songkhla province, Abhisit Vejjajiva, Democrat Party list MP and party leader, spoke following a party seminar on addressing recent flooding in the province. He stated that Hat Yai's flood crisis has been politicized unnecessarily, but acknowledged that the government has already allocated 99.5 million baht and proposed solutions to the government. However, he emphasized the government should do more, as problems persist.

Abhisit reported that the party seminar proposed accelerating disaster recovery and processing outstanding compensation claims. He called for the government to assist businesses, particularly through flexible credit policies and interest rate holidays from financial institutions. He also advocated for the Bank of Thailand to monitor relief efforts.

During the seminar, participants identified a need for 200-300 million baht for canal dredging and replacement equipment beyond the existing 99.5 million baht allocation. Abhisit stressed the government should prepare evacuation and shelter plans, with local authorities and private sectors ready to serve as coordinators.

Proposals also included future flood prevention through road elevation, railway repairs, embankment reinforcement, and Songkhla Lake development. Participants suggested developing high-potential urban areas for wellness, food, and technology industries, alongside enforcing water management and city planning regulations. Abhisit emphasized these were non-political matters aimed at preventing recurrence and assuring residents of sustainable solutions.

The party's seminar theme, "Clear Southern Sky, Moving Forward Together," signified the Democrat Party's commitment to supporting and providing hope for the southern region's development, requiring unified cooperation.

At a July 12, 2025 parliamentary event titled "Two Years of Senate Elections: Deep Dive into Election Fraud Evidence," Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prinyya Thevaranimit of Thammasat University's Law Faculty stressed that Senate elections must be conducted with integrity and fairness, as they represent the public's participation in state power. The Election Commission's scrutiny over its performance is significant, she argued, because the Constitution grants the commission authority to refer cases of unfair elections to the Supreme Court.

The commission is currently establishing two subcommittees to investigate and adjudicate the Senate election within 90 days. Prinyya highlighted that using incentives to influence voting choices violates electoral law, similar to vote-buying rules for House elections and carrying criminal penalties within the commission's purview.

On the matter of lottery tickets ("pouy") found at polling stations, she noted that while a graft court previously ruled the tickets themselves are not inherently illegal, that does not equate to fair elections—these are separate issues for the Supreme Court. The commission's decision not to submit lottery tickets as evidence does not constitute dereliction of duty, since commissioners voted to preserve them on election night.

Problematic, however, is a legal deadline: the commission's secretary must submit investigation findings within one year—a deadline the commission has already missed. The law requires notifying affected parties of delays, which the commission failed to do, constituting dereliction of duty.

Prinyya stressed that only the Election Commission can refer Senate election fraud cases to the Supreme Court. If the commission does not act, no one else can—a gap that needs legal reform. In criminal cases, victims may file through the Department of Special Investigation if prosecutors decline.

Most troubling is the reversal: the 26th Election Commission panel identified 229 individuals involved in the case, but the 36th panel deemed the allegations baseless and moved to dismiss all charges. She called on the public to invoke the Information Access Act to request the 26th panel's investigation summary and demand transparency from the Election Commission.

Chery Group and OMODA & JAECOO (Thailand) held TECH DAY 2026 to present a vision of innovation and future automotive technology through demonstrations of new energy systems, intelligent driving platforms, driver assistance technology, smart parking systems, and new energy ecosystem solutions designed for modern Thai consumers.

TECH DAY 2026 reflects Chery Group's advancement of world-class technological foundations to support Thailand's future mobility direction, meeting modern consumers' demand for intelligent vehicles, user convenience, safety, and performance suited to real-world driving conditions across all dimensions.

During the event, Chery Group presented its core technological foundations under five key pillars: Mars Architecture, Kunpeng Power, Lingxi Smart Cockpit, Falcon Pilot, and Galaxy Ecosystem—driving the development of new energy vehicles and intelligent mobility systems to support long-term company growth.

A major highlight was the Falcon Pilot Intelligent Driving System, featuring intelligent assisted driving and intelligent parking technology. Chery introduced SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking), an advanced automated parking system designed to enhance urban driving experiences, making parking easier, more convenient, and safer.

SIVP can perceive surroundings, plan parking trajectories, and control vehicle operations during key stages including turning, acceleration, braking, and parking under specified conditions. It simplifies parking in challenging environments such as shopping malls, office buildings, condominiums, hospitals, and mixed-use developments with limited space, parking spots, and heavy traffic.

Thailand is a strategically important market for Chery Group to deploy intelligent technology in real-world applications. The first product equipped with SIVP is scheduled to launch in the fourth quarter of 2025, with testing and demonstrations already underway in key Bangkok areas to study and refine the technology for Thai driving behaviors, environments, and travel patterns.

Cedric Chui, President of OMODA & JAECOO (Thailand) Limited, stated that Thailand plays a crucial role in Chery Group's global technology strategy. TECH DAY 2026 demonstrates this commitment, and Thailand's selection as one of the first markets to launch the SIVP-equipped product reflects strategic confidence in Thai market potential and consumer readiness for future innovation.

Today's presentation is more than product showcasing—it represents comprehensive Intelligent Mobility vision built on global technological foundations, refined through testing in real Thai contexts, ensuring innovations meet Thai consumers' lifestyle, travel, and expectations. The goal is to create a technology experience that truly serves users.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sihasak Phuangketkeow held discussions with U Tin Maung Swe, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar, during the latter’s visit to Thailand to at...