Industry Minister Verawut Silpaarcha inaugurated the I-EA-T Fair 2026 under the theme "One Mind, One I-EA-T Powering Global Industry," announcing Thailand's readiness to become a center for green industry and future supply chains. Partnering with the World Bank and international allies, the government aims to attract high-quality investment from multinational companies seeking new manufacturing bases in the region.

The push comes as the world faces multiple crises—geopolitical tensions, energy volatility, and climate change—prompting companies to reassess supply chains and diversify investments. New global trade measures, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the European Union's sustainability regulations (EUDR), are making sustainability a competitive necessity rather than an option.

Sumet Tantiprasetthi, CEO of the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT), stated that industrial estates will serve as crucial investment safety zones. Thailand currently operates 69 industrial estates across 16 provinces with infrastructure and incentives supporting global investors, positioning the country advantageously during the global manufacturing shift.

The event included cooperation agreements between IEAT and 24 industry partners to develop a closed-loop waste management system in the Map Ta Phut Complex with an initial investment of 1,000 million baht. The initiative targets recovering over 200,000 tons of materials annually, expanding the circular economy impact by 13-16 times while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 115,000 tons of CO2 equivalent yearly and creating green jobs.

Over 400 executives, investors, and industry representatives from more than 100 companies attended, reflecting confidence in Thailand's potential as a regional investment and green supply chain hub amid global economic transformation.

Melinda Good, World Bank Country Director for Thailand and Myanmar, emphasized that modern competition is no longer about low costs but about adaptability, economic resilience, labor quality, and clean energy infrastructure. The transition to a green economy presents an opportunity to attract high-quality investment, positioning Thailand as a potential regional economic leader.

Police have uncovered critical photographic evidence in the case of an 86-year-old woman from Ban Khai District, Rayong Province, who collapsed and died on July 3rd. After her death, relatives discovered that a one-baht gold necklace, three Luang Pu Tim amulets in gold settings, and various talismans worth hundreds of thousands of baht had gone missing, leaving only one ring. Relatives insisted the woman had been wearing the necklace constantly.

On July 10th, Yingsakdi, the woman's brother-in-law, revealed that he was notified around 8:30 p.m. on the day of the incident and rushed to the scene. He explained that the house was typically kept dark to save electricity, and the chaos of providing assistance and emergency first aid prevented anyone from clearly observing when the necklace disappeared. It was only at the hospital that the family realized the valuables were missing.

Police Chief Pramote Kongkhalai of Ban Khai Station stated that investigators immediately began examining the scene. They are currently gathering evidence and tracking all individuals present that day to analyze the timeline of the theft.

Most recently, police discovered a photograph taken while the woman was unconscious at the scene. The image shows her clothing had been shifted slightly upward, and the necklace was no longer around her neck. This has led investigators to believe the valuables may have disappeared before she was placed in the ambulance, consistent with the dark environment and high level of confusion during the incident.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul emphasized that government agencies must work as one unified force to resolve unrest and protect public safety in Thailand's southern border provinces, rejecting any appearance of disjointed efforts. At a policy briefing at The Signature Hotel Airport in Songkhla on July 10, 2025, following his official Malaysia visit, Anutin said discussions with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and senior officials covered security, transportation connectivity via sea and rail routes, and economic cooperation including trade and tourism. These outcomes will form directives and policy for addressing southern border problems and development.

Anutin expressed confidence that Thailand's southern region is not merely the country's periphery but serves as a regional ASEAN hub connecting trade and tourism networks, generating valuable economic output and income for citizens. He noted that the four southern border provinces are crucial given Malaysia's position as Thailand's top tourism source and a leading investment partner, with bilateral trade valued at $30 billion. Any security disruptions would cost economic opportunities and livelihoods.

The state has capacity to prevent drug trafficking, illegal weapons, human trafficking, smuggling, transnational crime, and money laundering, making synchronized economic development and border security essential. In closing remarks, Anutin urged governors, civil servants, security forces, military, police, and district officials to coordinate all agencies—administrative bodies, police, military, local government organizations, village leaders, community security teams, and the public—as one entity. He stressed preventing fragmented operations and ensuring unified information systems, emphasizing the government cannot accept violence, assassination attempts, or any form of public fear and insecurity.

Rescue teams are conducting an intensive search for four Buddhist monks missing in Khlong Muay, within the Bang Ywan forest area of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park in Amphoe Wiphawadi, Surat Thani Province, following a bamboo raft accident on July 10, 2025. Park officials, community leaders, residents, and rescue units have mobilized to locate the missing monks after the raft collapsed in Khlong Muay.

According to initial reports, twelve monks were traveling downstream on bamboo rafts from Ranong Province when the raft broke apart on the evening of July 9. Two monks emerged on the morning of July 10 to seek help from village officials, prompting a full-scale search operation. Additional monks were subsequently found, though some were suffering from exhaustion and minor injuries. These individuals were transported to a hospital for treatment.

As of 1:18 p.m., authorities had successfully rescued eight monks, leaving four still missing. Over 20 park search personnel, working alongside local residents, continue on-foot and aerial drone searches throughout the forest area to locate the remaining monks.

The Internal Trade Department is advancing its fuel dispenser oversight standards by awarding a gold-level "Fuel Dispenser Verified" certification badge to gas stations that meet its rigorous criteria. According to department director Wittayakorn Maninet, the program aims to assure the public that they receive the correct amount of fuel fairly and accurately. The department is pushing all nationwide gas stations to upgrade toward earning the gold badge.

Today, the department presented gold-level certifications to Bangchak service stations and PTT service stations on Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road. The Internal Trade Department prioritizes consumer protection and service standard development across all fuel retailers, ensuring customers receive the precise amount of fuel they purchase every time.

The gold badge represents the program's highest tier, awarded to stations that consistently meet all criteria for two consecutive years. Certified stations must conduct regular fuel pump testing, maintain calibrated 5-liter measuring tanks updated on schedule, and employ staff trained by the Internal Trade Department in fuel testing. This demonstrates the station's capacity for self-monitoring alongside official inspections.

Currently, 12 oil trading companies participate in the program, including PTT Oil and Retail, Bangchak Corporation, Shell Thailand, and Susco. Of Thailand's 8,234 major brand fuel stations, 7,068 have enrolled in the program, representing 85.84 percent and 91.72 percent of the 2569 target. These consist of 2,091 stations with blue badges, 4,551 with silver badges, and 426 with gold badges. The department aims to increase gold-certified stations to approximately 700 by year-end 2569.