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Thailand Pushes for Balanced Trade Deal With US
Thailand secured exemptions for over half its US exports from new 10-12.5% retaliatory tariffs imposed July 24, while negotiators push for a balanced trade deal to protect both nations' interests and long-term economic ties.
Royal Gazette Announces Ecclesiastical Rank for Monk at Wat Kai Tia
A Bangkok monk at Wat Kai Tia received a royal ecclesiastical promotion to Phra Khru Wachrathorn, effective July 23, in recognition of his religious duties and suitability for the position.
Lawmaker Urges Digital Minister to Brief Panel on TH-AI Passport Deal
A Thai lawmaker demands the Digital Minister brief Parliament's budget committee on the controversial TH-AI Passport deal, citing agency non-cooperation and allegations that advertising cost estimates are misleadly low by roughly 8 million
Hudson Promises Attacking Football as Thailand Launches AFF Cup 2026
Thailand's coach Anthony Hudson vows an aggressive attacking approach as the team opens the 2026 AFC Cup against Laos on July 24, with Hudson backing young talented players despite Thailand being ranked significantly higher globally.
Fed's Balance Sheet Shift Could Boost Gold Toward $4,200
Fed policy shifts toward balance sheet reduction could weaken the dollar and push gold prices toward $4,200 per ounce, though Treasury yields remain a critical wildcard in determining the metal's direction.
China's Defense Minister Addresses Cambodia Arms Supply Controversy
Thailand's Defense Minister met with China's counterpart to discuss military cooperation and clarified that Beijing maintains neutrality toward both Thailand and Cambodia, withholding advanced weapons during border tensions per existing tre
Thailand U-20 Names 26 Players for AFC Championship Qualifiers
Thailand has named 26 players for its U-20 team's training camp ahead of AFC Championship 2027 qualifiers in Chonburi, where they'll face Iraq, UAE, and Turkmenistan in August and September.
Defense Minister Clarifies Killing of Five Rangers in Narathiwat
Defense Minister General Adul Bunyatharnchaij held a press conference to clarify controversy over his response to the killing of five rangers in Narathiwat, expressing deep regret and pledging to apprehend the perpetrator while denying he l
Thailand Faces 12.5% U.S. Tariff on Food, Autos, Textiles
Thailand faces a 12.5% U.S. tariff on exports including food, autos, and textiles starting July 2025, affecting a top market that receives nearly a quarter of Thai exports.
Thailand Launches Green STEM Education Initiative for Sustainable Learning
Thailand's education ministry launched a Green STEM initiative embedding environmental problem-solving into science and math instruction, with Deputy Education Minister Akkaranat Kankakit emphasizing that the approach builds life skills whi
Thailand, Singapore Central Banks Partner on Digital Finance Security
Thailand and Singapore's central banks have signed an agreement to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation and combat growing digital financial fraud threats through shared information, knowledge exchange, and joint capacity building.
Chulalongkorn University Adopts TCASFolio System Nationwide
Chulalongkorn University has launched the TCASFolio system nationwide for university admissions, prioritizing genuine ability and content over design aesthetics while creating standardized evaluation criteria and preventing academic fraud a