Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
SME D Bank, TikTok Extend Partnership to Boost Digital Skills
SME D Bank and TikTok Thailand extended their partnership for three years to help small and medium enterprises develop digital skills and adopt AI technology for online expansion. The collaboration includes training, consulting, and prefere
Airlines Say Tourism Fee Plan Not Feasible
BANGKOK: The plan to collect a tourism fee of at least B300 through airlines is infeasible because of the limitations in airlines’ back-office systems, with the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) a better option, say aviation bodies.
Thailand, UK Intensify Fight Against Cannabis Smugglers
BANGKOK: Thailand and the United Kingdom have intensified cooperation to curb illegal cannabis smuggling, introducing tougher penalties and expanding intelligence sharing following a surge in trafficking cases.
Thanya Clarifies Apology Over Comments, Says Real Issue Occurred Last Year
Thanya clarified her apology was about recent coverage, not a comment she made, revealing the actual incident between her and Pek occurred a year ago on October 31st. She explained her silence was intentional to prevent further drama, sayin
Haaland Delighted as DJ Kygo Remixes His Rap Track
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland's teenage rap track has been remixed by DJ Kygo and released on Spotify, with the footballer joking he's now officially an artist.
Monaco Open to Selling Pogba This Summer
Monaco's general manager has confirmed the club is open to selling Paul Pogba this summer, despite the midfielder's two-year contract, citing disappointing results last season and persistent injury problems that limited him to just six appe
Supercomputer Picks France As 2026 World Cup Winner
A supercomputer predicts France has the best chance of winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup at 27.32%, followed by Spain and defending champion Argentina, as eight teams remain in contention for the trophy.
Mama Noodle Founder Piphatt Phaniangyuet Dies at 87
Piphatt Phaniangyuet, founder and CEO of Thai President Foods who built Mama instant noodles into Thailand's most popular noodle brand, has died at 87. Funeral services are scheduled through July 16 at Wat Thepsirin Sanam Klang Nam.
Thai Chicken Exports Face First Decline in 20 Years
China suspended imports from most Thai chicken processing plants after discovering exports exceeded production capacity, marking Thailand's first major export decline in two decades as the market shifts to competitors like Brazil and Russia
England Must Find Way To Stop Haaland, Rogers Says
England forward Morgan Rogers says stopping Erling Haaland will be difficult ahead of their 2026 World Cup quarterfinal against Norway, suggesting the team may need to cut off his supply rather than mark him directly.
Amorim Admits Mistakes During Manchester United Tenure
Ruben Amorim has acknowledged making mistakes during his 14-month tenure as Manchester United manager before recently taking over at AC Milan in Serie A.
Courtois: Belgium Can Spring Upset Over Spain
Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes his team can upset Euro champions Spain in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals on July 11, citing Belgium's quality and ability to exploit defensive gaps.