Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
PM Anuthine Bows to Ex-PM Thaksin at Memorial Service
PM Anuthine paid respect to ex-PM Thaksin at a memorial service in Ubon Ratchathani on August 14, bowing at his feet before Thaksin departed.
Minor Food Acquires Bonchon Chicken Brand Outside Americas
Minor Food is acquiring Korean fried chicken brand Bonchon outside the Americas for $50 million, expanding from its current role as Thailand's master franchisee to owner across all non-American markets by August 2026.
Thai Esports Stars Book and Mindrpg Secure Spots for International Championship
Thai esports champions Book Nopphruej and Mindrpg Thamm qualified for the 2026 International Esports Championship after dominating Street Fighter 6 qualifiers in Ayutthaya on August 14.
Four Former Prime Ministers Pay Respects to Late Interior Minister
Four former prime ministers, including Thaksin Shinawatra, gathered at Pheu Thai headquarters in Ubon Ratchathani on August 14 to pay respects to late Interior Minister Kriang Kalpitananth during a three-day royal-patronage merit-making cer
Senior Monk Honored with Royal Recognition at Bangkok Temple
Senior Buddhist monk Phra Phrom Dilok was elevated to the rank of Somdet Phra Ratchakhan by royal decree in July, recognizing decades of religious education and service at a Bangkok temple.
SPM Specialty BabyMilk Partners with Future Thailand to Expand Powder Milk Market
Australian infant formula brand Future partners with SPM Specialty BabyMilk to expand three product lines in Thailand, leveraging the distributor's temperature-controlled warehouses and nutrition expertise to build consumer trust.
Honda Super-ONE Electric Car Arrives From Japan at 990,000 Baht
Honda's compact Super-ONE electric car launches in Thailand at 990,000 baht with just 30 units available this year; online reservations open for a single day on August 17.
Pruksa Builds 60 iPlern Apartments, Launches Smart Warehouses
Pruksa Holding reported a 9% revenue increase to 7.55 billion baht in the first half of 2025, while expanding into smart warehouses and rental apartments with 60 iPlern properties planned across Thailand.
National Sports Fund Upgrades Budget Disbursement for 2027
Thailand's National Sports Development Fund is hosting a seminar August 13-15 in Chon Buri to help provincial sports associations prepare stronger budget applications for 2027 funding with clearer goals and measurable outcomes.
Deep Divisions at Thailand's Broadcast Regulator Threaten Stability
Three majority-faction commissioners are boycotting Thailand's broadcast regulator over doubts about the chair's qualifications, paralyzing the agency as the PM seeks his removal through the courts.
Thai Heritage Collecting Program Launches Professional Certification
Kasetsart University and Thailand's Fine Arts Department launched a professional certification program in antique collecting at an August 2025 exhibition, aiming to transform the hobby into a recognized career while preserving Thai artistic
Tooth Extraction Leads to Severe Sinus Infection in 20-Year-Old
A 20-year-old developed a severe sinus infection after wisdom tooth extraction, caused by an abnormal connection between his mouth and sinus cavity that allowed bacteria to enter. Endoscopic surgery to drain the infected sinus and restore p