Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thai Women's Volleyball Team Faces World Powers in VNL 2026
Thailand's women's volleyball team will compete against world powers including the USA, Japan, Turkey, and Brazil during Week 3 of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League in Osaka, Japan, from July 8-12, with all matches broadcast live on Monoma
THAICID Convenes Water Experts To Combat Climate Change
Thai irrigation experts convene July 8-10 at Kasetsart University to address climate change impacts on water resources through innovation, digital technology, and cross-sector collaboration under the theme 'Smarter Water for a Stronger Futu
Defense Minister Dismisses Accusations Over Frigate Procurement
Defense Minister Adisorn dismisses opposition accusations of being a "demon minister" over frigate procurement, denying he would alter technical standards to favor any particular bidder without merit.
June Inflation Hits 2.4% As Curry Rice Prices Climb
Thailand's inflation hit 2.42% in June as fuel costs and prepared food prices climbed, with curry rice and other single-dish meals expected to keep rising through year-end despite falling oil prices.
Judicial Commission Unanimously Appoints New Supreme Court President
The Judicial Commission unanimously appointed Veeraphong Sudavongse, Vice President of the Supreme Court, as the 52nd Supreme Court President, effective October 1, 2025, pending royal endorsement.
Easy Pass Users Get 50% Refund July 7
Expressway drivers using Easy Pass cards on July 7 will automatically receive 50% toll refunds across all eight Thai expressway routes, with credits applied to their accounts for future use.
Culture Minister Inspects Wat Phra Mahathat Ahead Of World Heritage Status
Thailand's Culture Minister inspected Wat Phra Mahathat in Nakhon Si Thammarat on July 6 to prepare the temple for World Heritage listing at a UNESCO committee meeting in South Korea later this month. If approved, it would become Southern T
Social Security Clarifies Death Benefits For Single Insured Persons
Thailand's Social Security Office clarified that death benefits can go to designated beneficiaries, not just legal heirs, allowing insured persons to name individuals to receive funeral expenses, death compensation, and pension benefits upo
Transport Minister Delays New Secretary Appointment Pending Investigation
Former Transport Ministry secretary Ratchapong Chookaew resigned in June amid corruption allegations involving civil service exam results, with Transport Minister Pipat saying a replacement won't be appointed until an investigation conclude
Bowkylion Releases New Single With Janis in Girl Love Story
Pop artist Bowkylion releases "Hourglass (sign)," a new single featuring actress Janis in a girl love story music video that uses the hourglass as a metaphor for relationships in decline and reconciliation.
Senate Approves 10.3 Billion Baht Budget Reallocation Bill
Thailand's Senate approved a 10.3 billion baht budget reallocation on July 6 to help the government address energy cost crises and rising commodity prices that depleted the oil fund by nearly 60 billion baht.
Aguirre Steps Down As Mexico Coach After World Cup Exit
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre resigned after the team's Round of 16 World Cup exit, losing 3-2 to England at home with 10 players on the field.