Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thailand Must Overhaul Welfare Database System
Thailand's welfare card system has wrongly denied benefits to thousands of genuinely poor citizens due to strict criteria and fragmented government databases that fail to communicate with each other.
Democrat Party Says Investigators Face Threats Over Senate Corruption Probe
Abhisit Vejjajiva said investigators probing alleged Senate corruption are facing intimidation, pledging the Democrat Party will protect those involved and push forward with the inquiry despite threats.
Four Thousand Buriram Residents Appeal Vehicle Eligibility for Welfare Card
Nearly 4,000 Buriram residents are appealing welfare card denials after being disqualified for owning vehicles, even aging ones over 15 years old used as work tools rather than assets.
AIS Business Launches World's First Multi-Operator eSIM Network
AIS Business launched the world's first multi-operator eSIM network for enterprise IoT devices, developed with Bridge Alliance and Thales, allowing organizations to manage connectivity across multiple operators in Thailand and the Asia-Paci
SCG Q2 Profit Surges 85% to 11.5 Billion Baht
SCG's second-quarter net profit jumped 85% to 11.5 billion baht, driven by stronger chemical margins and improved packaging operations in Indonesia, with the company projecting full-year revenue to exceed 516.9 billion baht.
Thailand Launches Sports Talent Festival to Develop Young Athletes
Thailand's Department of Physical Education launched a Sports Talent Festival to identify and develop young athletic talent through sports science, featuring elite athletes sharing insights on discipline, training, and injury prevention.
Officials Uncover Exam Score Rigging Scheme Affecting Nearly 6,000
Authorities uncovered a scheme where 11 officials altered exam scores for nearly 6,000 failed candidates in a local government recruitment test, with investigations suggesting collaboration between university staff and examination committee
7-Eleven Urges Thais to Protect Planet by Refusing Plastic Straws
7-Eleven's "Heal the Planet" campaign encourages Thai customers to refuse plastic straws and use alternative lids instead, addressing Thailand's growing plastic waste crisis. The chain offers reusable options for beverages and allows delive
ARV and SKYLLER Partner on Smart Industry Solutions
Thai robotics and AI developer ARV partnered with drone specialist SKYLLER to showcase smart technology solutions at an open house event in July, featuring live demonstrations of surveillance drones, delivery systems, and solar panel inspec
Transport Ministry Opens Vehicle Data Check for State Welfare Card
The Department of Land Transport is allowing citizens to verify vehicle ownership for 2025 state welfare card eligibility, with over 101,000 verification requests processed in mid-July and no processing fees charged.
Officials Race to Finalize Local Exam Fraud Findings
Officials are rushing to finalize corrections to a local government employee exam marred by fraud involving 270,000 test-takers, with the Central Civil Service Commission set to issue corrected results within today or tomorrow.
Palang Pracharath Chief Defends Party Against Agriculture Ministry Purge Claim
Palang Pracharath's secretary-general defended the party against allegations of resisting civil service transfers at the Agriculture Ministry, saying the party prioritizes worker morale and effective governance over retaining positions.