Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thailand's SEC Tightens Private Fund Disclosure Rules
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission tightened private fund disclosure rules effective July 16, requiring enhanced transparency in performance reporting, customized investor statements, and stricter conflict-of-interest management.
Committee Confirms Local Exam Files Were Altered
A House anti-corruption committee confirmed that exam data held by the Department of Local Administration were altered, exposing a scheme where candidates paid up to 500,000 baht to have their names removed from a disqualification list.
Lawmaker Challenges NBTC Chair's Qualifications Over Side Work
A lawmaker has filed evidence challenging the NBTC chair's qualifications, alleging he violated conflict-of-interest rules by continuing side work at a hospital and accepting a bank directorship while holding the position.
ASEAN-Canada Trade Deal 80% Complete, Targets 2025 Finish
ASEAN-Canada trade negotiations are 80% complete with talks targeting a year-end finish, covering 19 of 26 chapters including intellectual property and investment rules. Thailand is separately negotiating its first North American free trade
Thailand Lacks Laws to Punish Civil Service Exam Fraud
Thailand has no specific laws criminalizing civil service exam fraud, leaving authorities unable to prosecute offenders unless they hired someone else or left financial evidence. The absence of legal frameworks allows politically connected
Thai Jewelry Brand JEWELLISTA Names Nichcha as First Ambassador
Thai jewelry brand JEWELLISTA has named actress Nicha as its first ambassador to promote the Self-Love collection and the "Know Your Worth" message of empowerment to women.
PM Pitches Clean Energy Plan to European Investors
Thailand's Prime Minister presented a clean energy and green industry plan to over 40 European business representatives, vowing to eliminate 7,000 business-obstructing regulations and attract European investment to position the country as a
Wat Sangkharam Launches Major Merit-Making for 35-Meter Buddha Monument
Wat Sangkharam in Sukhothai is constructing a 35-meter Buddha statue to honor Thailand's former kings, inviting public donations to support the merit-making project.
Lawmaker Urges Government to Speed Up Local Exam Fraud Cases
A Thai lawmaker has criticized the government for failing to make progress on a local exam fraud scandal involving 4.5 billion baht in losses, with no charges filed or witness summons issued a month after the scheme was exposed despite clai
Thailand Cracks Down on Auto Repair Shops Over 1,700 Consumer Complaints
Thailand's consumer protection agency has launched a nationwide crackdown on auto repair shops following over 1,700 complaints since 2022, with issues ranging from hidden charges to inadequate documentation and incomplete service informatio
CIMB Targets Home Refinancing with 1.44% First-Year Rate
CIMB Thai launches a home refinancing program with a record-low 1.44% first-year interest rate, targeting existing customers with strong payment histories to reduce their financial costs as the real estate market slows.
Thai Farmers Bank Lottery Draws Big Winners Across Thailand
Thai Agricultural Bank awarded 40 million baht to a Nonthaburi winner in its July savings lottery draw, with five other major prizes distributed across the country.