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MP Questions TH-AI Passport Project Over Transparency Concerns
An MP raised concerns over cost transparency in Thailand's TH-AI Passport project, alleging a company undervalued a display component at 900,000 baht when it should cost 9 million baht. The Digital Economy and Society Minister failed to att
Bangkok Bar Fire Death Toll Reaches 33
BANGKOK: The death toll from the devastating Bangkok bar fire has risen to 33, authorities said yesterday (July 15), as Thailand pledged a nationwide overhaul of entertainment venue regulations.
Phuket MP Alleges Chinese ID Card Scheme Worth B1 Million
A Chinese national allegedly operates a scheme charging up to 1 million baht to help fellow Chinese nationals illegally obtain Thai ID cards and citizenship through companies in Phuket, according to a local MP's accusation.
Rubber Factory Emissions Sicken Community for 20 Years
A rubber processing plant in Buriram has poisoned a community for two decades with toxic wastewater, foul odors, and noise, causing widespread respiratory illness despite a 2566 court order demanding action. Residents and their attorney are
AWC Secures 40.5 Billion Baht Sustainable Loan for Yaowarat Development
AWC secured a 40.5 billion baht sustainability-linked loan from Siam Commercial Bank, with 10.5 billion baht designated for the Yaowarat mixed-use development in Bangkok that will feature a Kung Fu Panda experience and cultural heritage att
Exam Scam Brokers Demand Extra Bribes to Remove Names
Exam brokers are demanding additional bribes of 300,000–500,000 baht from over 15,000 local government employees who previously paid to pass their exams, claiming they can remove names from disqualification lists before final approval. The
Thailand Seeks EU Business Support to Seal FTA Deal by Year-End
Thailand is pushing European business leaders to help finalize a free trade agreement by year-end, with negotiations stalled on agriculture and raw materials. Prime Minister Anutin also discussed Thailand's bid for OECD membership, which he
PM Says Can't Stop All Exam Fraud; Awaits Central Committee Decision
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul acknowledged the government cannot prevent all exam fraud but said authorities are investigating and prosecuting offenders as quickly as possible following arrests on July 15.
PM Laughs Off Questions About Ministers' PR Campaign
Prime Minister Anuthin sidestepped questions about a government-wide PR campaign, laughing off inquiries about whether ministers are coordinating messaging efforts while insisting officials focus only on genuine achievements and positive de
20-Year-Old Fire Victim Remembered as Family Provider
A 20-year-old university student and primary family breadwinner from Maha Sarakham died in a Bangkok entertainment venue fire, leaving her father and grandfather without support after she sent money home monthly while studying and working.
Survey: More Countries View China Favorably Than US
More than two-thirds of surveyed countries now view China more favorably than the US, a historic shift since Pew Research began tracking global opinion over two decades ago. China's favorable ratings have reached record highs while American
Travel Agents Urge Stronger Tourism Ties With China
Thai travel agents are calling on the government to negotiate stronger tourism ties with China during this week's official visit, citing Beijing's slowing economic growth as an opportunity to boost affordable travel connections.