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Thailand Pushes US Trade Deal as Supachai Meets Three Top American Officials
Thailand's Commerce Minister met with three senior U.S. officials in Washington to accelerate bilateral trade negotiations and address pending investigations, with both sides pledging continued talks to narrow gaps on a reciprocal trade agr
Cheer Football, Don't Gamble: Report Illegal Betting
Police urge football fans to avoid illegal betting and report suspected gambling activity to authorities at 191 or 1599 as part of a nationwide crackdown on sports wagering.
Thai Monks Consecrate Temple in Indonesia's Bangka Belitung Islands
Thai Buddhist monks consecrated an ordination hall at Wat Bangka Thamaram in Indonesia's Bangka Belitung Islands on Sunday, marking 50 years since Theravada Buddhism was established in the country.
Rising Star Mim Charts Her Path to Entertainment Success
Actress Mim Ratanawadee Wongtong, 22, has built a 15-year career as Thailand's "queen of horror films" after earning her breakthrough with TV drama Wasana Rak, recently signing with GMMTV as a lead actress. She reflected on overcoming years
Thai Chamber Plans 10 Major Events to Boost Economy
Thailand's Chamber of Commerce is organizing 10 major forums in the second half of 2026—including meetings with China and the US—to drive investment, trade partnerships, and economic growth across the country.
Regional Water Authority Opens Subsidy Registration July 20
The Provincial Waterworks Authority opened registration July 20 for water bill subsidies up to 100 baht monthly under the 2025 State Welfare scheme, with existing beneficiaries able to register through July 25 for September support.
Thailand Tightens E-Bidding Rules: Payment Due Same Day
Thailand's Comptroller General tightened e-bidding rules on July 20, 2025, requiring bidders to pay for tender documents the same day of submission or face automatic disqualification. The change aims to prevent unsuccessful bidders from avo
PM Rallies Thai Business Leaders to Expand Into China Market
Prime Minister Anuthin rallied 140 Thai business executives in Chengdu to expand trade and investment ties with China, emphasizing government-private sector cooperation to boost exports in finance, food, energy, and tourism sectors.
Red-Shirt Ally Laments Thaksin's Use By Foreign Leaders
A former Pheu Thai MP criticizes Thailand for failing to utilize Thaksin's economic expertise while neighboring countries recruit him as an adviser, as supporters plan a birthday gathering to show encouragement.
Thai Navy Denies Vessel in Oman Incident Was Thai-Flagged
The Royal Thai Navy denied claims on social media that a vessel involved in a Gulf of Oman incident was Thai-flagged, confirming through ship-tracking systems that the vessel was not registered under Thailand's flag.
Ex-Pheu Thai Spokesman Urges Review of Poor Card Eligibility Criteria
Former Pheu Thai spokesman Porampon Nopurit warns that database errors and outdated records are wrongly disqualifying eligible citizens from state welfare cards, urging the government to urgently review criteria and simplify the appeals pro
Thai PM Meets 140 CEOs in Chengdu to Boost China Investment
Thai Prime Minister Anuthim Charnweerakul met with 140 CEOs in Chengdu on July 18 to strengthen investment ties between Thailand and China across finance, food, energy, and tourism sectors.