Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Health Ministry Reviews Billion-Baht Budget Reserve Fund
The Health Ministry is reviewing how the National Health Security Office distributes its 60 billion baht budget, with plans to create a reserve fund from procurement savings to support hospitals and manage medicine price spikes during emerg
Two Thai Soccer Clubs Fined 1 Million Baht, Face Expulsion
Trat FC and Baan Khai United each face 1 million baht fines and possible expulsion from Thai League 3 after withdrawing from the 2569/70 season just days after being approved to compete. Both clubs must also return sponsorship funds and for
Thai Teen Innovators Unveil Smart Robotics for Future
Thai high school students showcased innovative robotics at a national festival, with winning teams developing projects from rescue robots and agricultural helpers to smart farming systems powered by AI and sensors.
Opposition Leader Blasts Election Commission on Senate Case
Opposition leaders accused Thailand's Election Commission of mishandling a Senate election investigation, citing inadequate fraud prevention, lax candidate vetting, and suspicious case management that they fear may lead to dismissal rather
Thailand Discovers Rare Bat Species for First Time
Researchers in Thailand have discovered the Laotian Leaf-nosed Bat for the first time in the country within Sam Roi Yot forest in Bueng Kan Province, marking a significant finding in ongoing biodiversity surveys.
Thai PBS Launches Pitching Project 2026 for Young Filmmakers
Thai PBS launches Pitching Project 2026 to support emerging filmmakers nationwide, offering workshops, funding, and prizes totaling over 100,000 baht for 20 selected teams to create short documentaries on everyday heroes.
Thailand, Indonesia Partner on AI Education, Scholarship Expansion
Thailand and Indonesia signed an education partnership agreement to expand AI literacy programs, teacher exchanges, and scholarships, with focus on developing digital skills and supporting students from Thailand's southern border regions.
Over 7,000 Complaints Filed Against Mo Prom Health App Data Errors
The Public Health Ministry received approximately 7,000 unique complaints about data errors in the Mo Prom health app, with most issues traced to staff procedural mistakes rather than intentional fraud. Officials say the system will be corr
Thailand and Switzerland Launch 9-Year Multilingual Education Program in Deep South
Thailand and Switzerland are launching a nine-year multilingual education program in the Deep South, using Jawi Malay to help students in Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat provinces transition to Thai while improving academic achievement.
Toyota Unveils Refreshed Alphard and Vellfire for 2025
Toyota Thailand launches refreshed 2025 Alphard and Vellfire luxury minivans with a new hybrid engine, advanced safety features, and an inclusive maintenance program under the "Seamless Serenity" concept.
EGAT Expands Hybrid Solar-Hydro Power Projects
The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) is continuing to develop hydro-floating solar hybrid power projects that combine floating solar farms with existing hydropower plants ...
Thailand's NSTDA Joins China-BRICS Innovation Network
The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) has officially joined the China-BRICS Strategic Innovation Incubation Platform (SIIP) network, aiming to strengthen innovation ...