Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
INNOPOWER Partners With Triple Dot Consulting on Data and AI
INNOPOWER Digital and Triple Dot Consulting have partnered to develop AI and data technologies for Thailand's industrial sector, combining robotics expertise with energy industry knowledge to deliver solutions for predictive analytics, asse
Thai Teen Swimmer Breaks 32-Year National Record
Thai teen swimmer Sky shattered a 32-year-old national junior record in the 200-meter individual medley at the Asian Age Group Championships, earning silver with his breakthrough performance.
Navy Confirms Vessel in News Reports Not Thai-Flagged
The Royal Thai Navy confirmed that a commercial vessel involved in a reported Oman Gulf incident is not Thai-flagged, while confirming one Thai cargo ship in the region remains secure with its crew.
Government, Private Sector Partner to Build Skilled Workforce
The Thai government is partnering with 35 private companies to address a skills-market mismatch, with over 311,000 job openings available but 25,000 bachelor's degree holders still unemployed. The 'Thai Has Jobs' platform will better connec
Thai Stock Market Surge Signals Government Stability, Foreign Investor Confidence
Thailand's stock market surged over 27% this year, attracting nearly $3.3 billion in foreign investment as political stability and clear economic policies boost investor confidence in the Southeast Asian economy.
Royal Decree Appoints New President of Chiang Mai University
Professor Dr. Phongrak Sribundit Mongkol has been reappointed as rector of Chiang Mai University for a second term starting July 2026, following the university's achievements in sustainability rankings and economic impact during his first t
Thailand Opens State Welfare Card Review Through July 31
Thailand is accepting welfare card qualification reviews through July 31 for applicants who failed initial screening, with options to correct information through banks, websites, and mobile apps. Those disqualified over vehicle ownership ca
Education Ministry Rushes to Fix Welfare Card Crisis for Students
The Education Ministry is urgently addressing a welfare card crisis causing some students to drop out of school, with Deputy Minister Akkanut Kankalit assuring affected pupils the government will resolve the issue swiftly and support their
Thai PM Meets Xi Jinping, Pledges Deeper China Ties
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with President Xi Jinping in Shanghai during his official visit to China this week, marking a new chapter in the Thailand-China strategic partnership. Key ...
Princess Sirivannavari Promotes Thai Fabric Heritage
Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya has a firm intention to carry forward the legacy of her royal grandmother, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, in developing and ...
State Welfare Card Appeals Require Office Visits, Not Just Online
Rejected State Welfare Card applicants must visit government offices in person after submitting online appeals, not just apply digitally as initially suggested. The Finance Ministry says people denied benefits need to present documents to r
Pond Defends Charity Fund With Financial Records
Pond Chakrakrisna released financial records to defend his charity foundation against misuse allegations, claiming all expenses are documented with receipts and insisting he welcomes official investigation.