Deputy Prime Minister Yossanan Wongswat visited Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi on August 7, 2025, following a shooting incident at the campus. Yossanan urged the public and media to refrain from sharing images of the incident, citing human rights concerns and asking people to rely on official police statements instead.

The Education Ministry has ordered a temporary closure of Thepsirin School for assessment. The Department of Mental Health is coordinating closely with the Education Ministry to develop long-term preventive measures based on lessons learned from past incidents. Yossanan emphasized that the incident has shaken the entire nation and requires careful, comprehensive handling to limit the spread of the crisis.

Regarding allegations that bullying or harassment may have prompted the shooting, Yossanan said investigators are still gathering complete information and cautioned against drawing premature conclusions. Police, local administration, and the Interior Ministry will be responsible for announcing findings. He noted that the case involves two key issues: the mental health of both the teacher and students affected by the media sharing of the incident.

Yossanan confirmed the Education Ministry is taking the matter of school bullying seriously and continuously. He stressed that authorities are coordinating victim support and compensation, though those details will be determined by relevant agencies. Regarding the shooter's motive, particularly why a teacher was targeted, Yossanan said information remains incomplete. He added that military personnel and volunteers have already begun donating blood at Phra Nang Klao Hospital to support the numerous victims.

Phakphol Ngamlaksana and his family have donated 1.9 million baht to the Organ Transplant Development Center at Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, to purchase a specialized organ transport van for transplant operations. An additional 2 million baht has been given to support the center's operations and strengthen medical treatment capacity, improving the chances of saving patients waiting for organ transplants. The donation was formally received by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sompong Suvanwalaigron, an internal medicine specialist in endocrinology and metabolism at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Medicine, together with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Natthavut Towanchai, a nephrology specialist in the Department of Internal Medicine, and hospital administrators, at the hospital's administrative building.

The organ transport van will serve as a critical asset for the medical team and healthcare personnel, enabling rapid, safe, and timely transport of organs and necessary medical equipment during critical periods—a key factor in transplant success. The van will improve patient survival rates and treatment outcomes for those awaiting organ transplants.

This donation reflects Phakphol Ngamlaksana and his family's commitment to strengthening Thailand's public health system, enhancing medical treatment capabilities, and ensuring patients receive timely care. The gift embodies their values of generosity and shared responsibility for the benefit of society as a whole.

The Department of Fisheries has released analysis of U.S. Section 301 tariffs, emphasizing that Thai tuna exports remain strong while pledging continued shrimp industry development alongside stricter labor protections and certification of forced-labor-free seafood across all supply chains.

The U.S. Trade Representative investigation identified 60 trading partners deemed ineffective in enforcing bans on forced-labor products. According to Thitiporn Loawpraserit, Director-General of the Department of Fisheries, Thailand's core issue is not domestic forced-labor oversight but rather the lack of laws controlling imports of forced-labor goods. The U.S. sources 96% of its seafood imports from the 60 investigated economies, with only 4% from unexamined countries.

The U.S. has proposed two additional tariff rates: 10% for 16 countries including Canada, Ecuador, Indonesia, Mexico, and the United Kingdom that have forced-labor bans or reciprocal trade agreements; and 12.5% for 46 other countries including Thailand.

The Department of Fisheries analyzed impacts on Thailand's two leading seafood exports to the U.S.—tuna and shrimp—which represent 76% of Thai seafood export value. Thailand leads global tuna exports to the U.S. at 29.73% market share ($574 million), and despite the higher 12.5% tariff compared to Ecuador and Indonesia's 10% rate, Thailand's strong processing industry and efficient supply chain are expected to absorb the impact and maintain market share.

For shrimp, Thailand holds only 4.53% of the U.S. market ($302 million) against India's 36.15%, Ecuador's 25.59%, and Indonesia's 14.69%. The 12.5% tariff versus competitors' 10% rate poses a significant price disadvantage, compounded by Ecuador's rising production volumes and lower costs, factors that influence U.S. consumer purchasing decisions.

Prime Minister Anuthin Charnvirakul expressed condolences to families of the deceased following a shooting incident at Thepsirin School in Bang Kruai, Nonthaburi, and stressed that such incidents must never happen again. He pledged that nothing will take priority over public safety and ordered all relevant agencies to provide urgent assistance and compensation. Deputy Prime Minister Boradit Parisananantkul, who heads the government's disaster relief fund, convened a meeting to approve compensation payments based on established rates: 1 million baht for deaths, 700,000 baht for permanent disability, 200,000 baht for severe injuries, and 100,000 baht for minor injuries. The Ministry of Justice's Rights Protection Department has also begun providing legal support under criminal injury compensation law. The government expressed sincere condolences and pledged comprehensive, coordinated assistance from all relevant agencies.

Deputy Education Minister Akkhanan sent senior official Parame Waicharnjaicharoen to Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi province to coordinate psychological support for injured students and teachers following a shooting incident by a Grade 9 student that killed and wounded multiple people.

As of noon on August 7, 2569, all relevant agencies mobilized to investigate the incident and determine the shooter's motive. Multiple ministers deployed to the scene, including Deputy Interior Minister Polpeer Suwannachuay, Health Minister Pattana Prompt Pattana, and Deputy Police Commander Thachchai Pitaneelabutr.

From the Education Ministry, Parame Waicharnjaicharoen, a team member of Deputy Education Minister Akkhanan, stated that Akkhanan assigned him to the scene urgently. Education Minister Prasert, occupied with other duties, ordered all agencies to coordinate fully, prioritizing care for the injured and addressing psychological impacts on students and teachers.

Parame revealed that Akkhanan coordinated with psychologists for assistance and urged the public and media to refrain from sharing violent images, noting they are widely circulated and cause significant harm, disrespect to victims, and may encourage imitation.

Parame noted that while the shooting's cause requires investigation, critical questions remain: where did the shooter obtain the weapon, and how did a firearm reach a child or youth? These are fundamental questions that must be posed to all responsible parties.

2 Thai, 2 foreigners arrested for illegally operating international schools in PhuketLegacyPolice arrested two foreigners and two Thai nationals for illegally operating international schools in Phuket through nominee arrangements. The arrests followed a wider crackdown by Phuket Provincial Police and Chalong Police Station on foreign-owned businesses suspected of violating Thai law in the Chalong and Rawai areas. During the investigation, officers identified three international schools that police allege were operating in breach of the Foreign Business Act. According to investigators, two foreign nationals controlled the businesses while two Thai nationals assisted with the establishment and registration of the companies, allowing the schools to operate through nominee arrangements. Photo via Facebook/ Nbt Phuket Thailand After gathering evidence, police obtained arrest warrants for four suspects, comprising two foreign nationals and two Thai nationals. Authorities did not disclose the identities or nationalities of the foreign suspects. On Tuesday, August 5, officers raided schools and suspects’ accommodations and arrested all four suspects before transferring them to investigators for legal proceedings under the Foreign Business Act. Police said the investigation is continuing to identify any additional suspects or companies that may have been involved. Chalong Police Station also reminded foreign business operators to comply with Thai law and warned Thai nationals not to allow their names to be used as nominees, saying those involved could face the same legal penalties as foreign business operators found to have violated the law. Photo via Facebook/ Nbt Phuket Thailand Authorities added they will continue enforcing the Foreign Business Act against illegal business operations and those who facilitate nominee schemes. Anyone with information about similar activities is encouraged to contact police by calling 191 or Chalong Police Station on 076-381247. The operation follows new measures introduced by the Department of Business Development (DBD) under the Ministry of Commerce on August 1 to tighten scrutiny of nominee arrangements. Under the new regulations, companies with foreign investors must provide evidence showing the source of investment funds used by Thai shareholders. Applicants are also required to submit a written explanation of the investment together with three months of bank statements from the Thai investor or the legal entity providing the funds. Photo via Facebook/ Nbt Phuket Thailand The story 2 Thai, 2 foreigners arrested for illegally operating international schools in Phuket as seen on Thaiger News.