Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Panjareungvorkul announced on July 27 at Government House that the proposed separation of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports will be submitted to parliament during the upcoming session. After cabinet approval, the plan will undergo three parliamentary readings before being sent to the Senate, with completion expected by the end of this year or early next year, in line with the Civil Service Commission's recommendations. The new ministries will be named the Ministry of Sports and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, with clearly allocated budgets for each department.

Regarding concerns about budget reductions, the minister clarified that the existing budgets for sports and tourism operations will remain separate and clearly defined across all departments. Surasak expressed enthusiasm about UNESCO's formal recognition of Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn in Nakhon Si Thammarat as a World Heritage site, marking the first such monument in southern Thailand. This designation presents an excellent opportunity to raise the profile of Nakhon Si Thammarat among international tourists, as most foreign visitors currently concentrate on Phuket, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, Krabi, and Hat Yai in Songkhla.

The ministry is prepared to launch additional promotional campaigns and coordinate with international travel agencies to attract more foreign visitors to Nakhon Si Thammarat and surrounding areas. When asked about other sites under consideration for World Heritage status, the minister mentioned that the Culture Ministry is actively working on Thai traditional costume recognition, though other site nominations remain less developed. Thai costume registration with UNESCO is expected to advance further and is anticipated to be another source of national pride.

The Department of Livestock clarified on July 27 that China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) formally requested to export frozen and cooked poultry meat, as well as byproducts such as chicken and duck liver, to Thailand starting January 27. The request follows standard international trade procedures under WTO rules based on equal treatment principles. The department has begun its review using the same standards applied to requests from other trading partners worldwide. Currently in the early documentary phase, the department is seeking detailed scientific information from GACC to assess risks across the entire poultry industry supply chain in compliance with Thai regulations and international quality and animal health standards. Multiple steps remain before any import decision, including thorough safety evaluations regarding avian flu and other harmful residues that could affect animals and consumers. Thailand's poultry industry produced approximately 3.82 million tons in 2024 and exported 1.34 million tons of chilled, frozen, and processed poultry products worth over 168 billion baht. Any import request must clear scientific review, risk assessment across the entire production chain, and consultation with farmer representatives, cooperatives, associations, and relevant government agencies. The Department of Livestock and Ministry of Agriculture assured the public that any decision will prioritize farmers' interests and national welfare.

Health Minister Pattana Promptpattana announced on July 27 that his ministry is investigating complaints from citizens who discovered unauthorized medical service usage in their Mor Phrom app records. One complainant found two visits to a Pathum Thani hospital listed in their app history despite never visiting that facility or seeing a doctor there. The minister explained that the Mor Phrom app continuously receives and updates data from healthcare providers and displays it on users' phones. If users find incorrect information, they can report it to the app, which will delete the visible entry while keeping backend records for investigation purposes to determine whether the error resulted from data entry mistakes or identity fraud. Pattana stated he has already ordered an investigation and expects to assess the data within one to two days, though additional cases can be reported at any time. The ministry is also coordinating with the National Health Security Office and private hospitals to cross-reference data.

At 9:35 a.m. on July 27, 2025, at Government House, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit announced that following last week's Cabinet resolution appointing Raphiphat Chanthasriwoong as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, the ministry will today propose the transfer of nine senior civil servants. The selections were based on work dedication, integrity, and competence. Suriya clarified that nine positions are being proposed for Cabinet approval, including transfers from government inspectors to deputy permanent secretary roles, and reiterated that such appointments are the responsibility of the Permanent Secretary and not the minister.

On July 27, 2024, representatives of the Digital Television Association of Thailand filed a letter with NBTC Chairman Dr. Surin Boonbachairaks and seven board members before a scheduled 9:30 a.m. meeting. The letter raised concerns that proceeding with votes on significant agenda items while the chairman's qualifications remain under legal dispute could expose decisions to later legal challenges. This followed a 4–0 vote by the NBTC's nominating committee on July 17 regarding the chairman's eligibility. Before the board meeting, five board members entered the conference room and raised the nominating committee's findings that Dr. Surin has disqualifying characteristics, placing the chairman position in uncertain legal standing. NBTC staff members were present to offer support as the chairman prepared to enter. At 9:40 a.m., board members began discussing via phone conference whether participating in today's board meeting posed legal risk. Three board members then walked out and declined to participate, leaving the board without a quorum and forcing cancellation of the meeting.

Unknown assailants threw hand grenades at a residential home, causing multiple areas of damage. The homeowner was sleeping when he heard two loud explosions but was too frightened to investigate. Police believe the attack may have been aimed at a neighboring property and revealed that a nearby house has a history of trouble related to illegal business debts.

At 8 a.m. on July 27, 2569 (2026), Lieutenant Colonel Wiroj Buykaew, duty officer of Muang Phatthalung Police Station, received a report that unknown suspects had thrown two hand grenades at a residential home in Muang District, Phatthalung Province. Officers from the bomb disposal unit, evidence division, and investigation team were dispatched to the scene.

The front of the home sustained extensive damage, including shattered doors, windows, and walls. Shrapnel was scattered throughout the area, and two M69 hand grenades were recovered as evidence.

According to the homeowner, 50-year-old Mr. Denchai (surname withheld), he was asleep around 1 a.m. when he heard two loud explosions. Too frightened to investigate, he waited until morning to discover the damage and alert police. He stated he has no disputes or conflicts with anyone.

Police initially believe the grenades may have been thrown at the wrong house. A neighboring property has been the target of several attacks and is reportedly owned by a drug dealer who was arrested but has not paid a 10-million-baht debt. The suspect is believed to have attempted intimidation multiple times to reclaim the money. The home in the Khuan Maprao subdistrict has previously been shot at twice. Investigators are reviewing security camera footage to identify the suspects and pursue legal charges.