Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thailand Opens Middle East and Africa Trade Forum
Thailand hosted a trade forum bringing together over 30 importers from the Middle East and Africa with 130+ Thai businesses, resulting in 614 business matches worth 1.081 billion baht in potential trade.
MK Launches Unlimited Buffet Subscription for 2,990 Baht Monthly
MK Restaurants launches a new unlimited buffet subscription at 2,990 baht monthly, capped at 100 subscribers with registration opening July 27. The month-long pass allows daily visits during August at participating MK Buffet locations.
Thai Garment Industry Unfazed by U.S. Tariffs, Urged to Expand FTA Markets
Thai garment makers say they can absorb new U.S. tariffs if competitors face similar duties, but should diversify exports to Japan and EU markets where free trade deals offer access to over 450 million consumers.
China Pledges Stronger Military Cooperation With Thailand
Thailand and China pledged to deepen military cooperation on AI, cybersecurity and defense technology during talks between their defense ministers in Bangkok on Friday. The countries also reaffirmed commitment to resolving the Thai-Cambodia
Martial Law Declared in Narathiwat After Ranger Killed
Military authorities declared martial law in Narathiwat province following the killing of a ranger in an insurgent ambush, granting security forces expanded powers including checkpoints, searches, and detention authority.
GC Plans Bond Offering in Two Tranches, 7 and 10 Years
PTT Global Chemical plans to issue unsecured bonds in two tranches—7 and 10 years—opening for subscription September 14–21, 2026, with proceeds to fund operations and strengthen its financial position amid global economic uncertainty.
University President: Local Corruption Cases Shielded From Top Officials
A university rector warns that local corruption cases are deliberately structured to protect senior officials while lower-ranking staff take the fall, undermining public trust in Thailand's justice system and civil service.
US Tariffs Threaten Over 1 Trillion Baht in Thai Exports
US tariffs on Thai goods starting July 24 risk over 1 trillion baht in exports, with 11 major product categories affected including electronics, machinery, seafood, and textiles unless exemptions are granted.
TEAMG Wins 392-Million-Baht Contract for Light Red Line Rail Project
TEAMG secured a 392-million-baht contract to supervise construction of the Light Red Line rail extension from Siriraj to Salaya, a 20.49-kilometer project expected to open in 2029 that will add nine stations and improve western Bangkok's pu
Thai Triathlon Chief Sues Over 4.8 Billion Baht Budget
Thai Triathlon Association president sued the Sports Authority of Thailand and the National Sports Development Fund, demanding disclosure of how 4.8 billion baht allocated annually has been spent, citing inadequate funding for sports associ
Education Ministry Orders Review of 475 Consultants Hired for Digital Learning Platform
The Education Ministry has ordered a review of 475 consultants hired for a national digital learning platform after parliament questioned whether their roles matched the project's actual needs. The audit will examine documentation and addre
Thailand Targets Asia Food Innovation Hub With Positive Lists
Thailand is establishing "Positive Lists" to streamline food product development and reduce costs, positioning itself as an innovation hub in the future food industry through integrated government and private sector cooperation.