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Thai Judicial Panel Approves Major Judicial Transfers
Thailand's Judicial Commission approved 247 transfers and promotions across the courts, including elevating judges to lead the Criminal, Civil, and Anti-Corruption courts in a major administrative reshuffle.
Labor Ministry Eyes Renewal Of Myanmar Worker Pacts
Thailand's Labor Ministry is pursuing measures to address construction industry labor shortages, including extending work permits for Myanmar workers and granting amnesty to expired workers from four Southeast Asian nations.
Ex-Election Official Exposes Senate Election Fraud, Challenges EC
A former Election Commission inspector and other witnesses alleged widespread fraud in Thailand's 2567 Senate election, claiming candidates with false credentials were approved and voting procedures lacked proper documentation controls. The
Buriram Hosts Mister International Thailand Preliminaries
Buriram province hosted preliminary rounds for Mister International Thailand 2026, with 30 contestants competing across various categories while experiencing local culture. The final competition is scheduled for August 8, 2026, in Bangkok.
Thai Railways Launch Flat-Rate Parcel Shipping Service
Thai Railways launches flat-rate parcel service with fixed prices of 70-100 baht nationwide, eliminating distance-based charges for packages up to 2 kilograms.
Bangkok Council Chief to Probe Vote-Rigging Ethics Complaint
Bangkok's city council chief will investigate a vote-rigging ethics complaint filed by the Thai Patriots Network leader, with a formal fact-finding committee set to determine whether misconduct occurred.
Tammanus Aids 58 Fire-Displaced Families in Bangkok
Kla Tham party leader Thammanat Prommapan distributed aid to 58 families displaced by a fire near Rama VI in Bangkok, pledging sustained support through his foundation and party rather than waiting for government bureaucracy.
Thailand Launches 32-Partner Medical Innovation Alliance
Thailand is accelerating its transition from a medical service provider to a creator of medical innovation through a new collaboration between the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and I...
Thailand to Host Major PCB and Electronics Expo in 2026
Thailand will host a major international PCB and advanced electronics expo in August 2026 at Bangkok's BITEC, bringing together over 300 companies and 7,000 visitors to showcase innovations across the electronics supply chain.
Securities Regulator Opens Comment Period on New Fund Investment Asset
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking public input on allowing Government Housing Bank bonds as investment assets for mutual funds and provident funds, aiming to expand portfolio options while managing risk concentration.
Court Sets Witness Timeline for 44 Move Forward MPs Ethics Case
The Supreme Court set witness schedules in the ethics case against 44 former Move Forward MPs accused of breaching parliamentary conduct rules over an amendment signature campaign, with prosecution witnesses testifying in four sessions star
Chiang Mai Launches Thai Textiles Fashion Exhibition
On June 2, 2026, Central Chiangmai hosted the opening of an exhibition and an academic forum promoting Thai textiles and fashion as cultural assets with international potential. The event was preside...