Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Senate Reports Two-Year Achievements, Defends Independence
Thailand's Senate reported handling 32 bills, three royal decrees, and over 1,370 public complaints during its first two years, with leaders defending the body's independence and neutrality despite political scrutiny.
Cabinet Approves $4.7 Billion World Bank Loan For Southern Bridges
Thailand's cabinet approved a $4.7 billion World Bank-backed financing package for two major southern bridges, including a new crossing to Ko Lanta in Krabi and a span across Songkhla Lake connecting two provinces.
Cabinet Approves Ayutthaya Zoning Changes For Factories, Condos
Thailand's Cabinet approved zoning amendments for Ayutthaya Province allowing factories, condominiums, and commercial buildings on agricultural land under specified conditions, supporting the region's role as an economic hub connecting Bang
Thailand To Replace Civil Service Medical Benefits With Health Insurance
Thailand will replace civil service medical benefits with a health insurance system to better control healthcare costs and strengthen the domestic insurance industry. Existing civil servants will have the option to participate, while the ch
SRT Apologizes After Cat Goes Missing From Train
A disabled cat went missing from a train traveling from Yala to Bangkok on June 28 after railway staff placed it in a luggage compartment with a broken lock, violating the owner's requests to keep the pet nearby.
Cabinet Blacklists Contractors Who Abandon Work Projects
Thailand's Cabinet approved a blacklist regulation banning contractors who abandon projects or cause serious damage from bidding on government work for 2 to 10 years, aiming to improve procurement standards and prevent repeat offenders from
Thailand Cycling Launches New Coach And Referee Training Program
Thailand's cycling federation launches coach and referee training programs in July 2025 as part of a broader strategy to develop personnel across all cycling disciplines. The initiative comes as Thai officials prepare to officiate major int
Thailand Approves New Sadao Border Checkpoint
Thailand's cabinet approved a new permanent border checkpoint at Sadao in Songkhla province, set to open July 11, 2025, with Prime Minister Anutin officiating during an official visit to Malaysia.
PM Orders Urgent Oil Price Cuts As Global Prices Fall
Prime Minister Anuthín has ordered accelerated cuts to oil prices as global crude costs fall due to easing Middle East tensions, aiming to reduce living and transportation expenses for Thai citizens and businesses.
Suan Dusit University Hosts Global Chemistry Conference 2027
Suan Dusit University will host the Pure and Applied Chemistry International Conference 2027 in Bangkok in February, featuring 2025 Nobel Prize winner Prof. Dr. Susumu Kitagawa and addressing chemical innovation for aging societies.
Thailand Launches Biodiversity Forum to Drive Bioeconomy Growth
Thailand launched the Biodiversity & Bioeconomy Forum 2026 to drive sustainable economic growth through nature conservation and multi-sector collaboration, introducing incentive mechanisms like Biodiversity Credits to encourage businesses t
Thailand Real Estate Slows as Developers Shift Strategy
Thailand's real estate market is slowing as developers shift away from budget condos toward mid-to-high-end projects, with strict lending policies and weak consumer purchasing power dampening new launches despite rising average prices. Logi