Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Anti-Corruption Watchdog Questions High-Cost Gym Equipment at Saraburi Centers
The National Anti-Corruption Commission inspected elderly health centers in Saraburi costing over 460 million baht, questioning whether the expensive gym equipment and high maintenance costs justify the spending across 15 provincial facilit
Toyota Calls for Quick Excise Tax Overhaul to Level Playing Field
Toyota calls for urgent overhaul of excise tax rules to level competition between domestic manufacturers and cheaper Chinese EV importers exploiting tax loopholes in Thailand's automotive market.
State's Muddled Message On Self-Defence Law Stokes Public Confusion
Prime Minister Anutin's unclear comments on self-defence laws sparked public confusion over homeowners' rights to shoot intruders, highlighting how imprecise government communication on legal matters can undermine public understanding of cr
Royal Cremation Honors Beloved Teacher Thiwaporn Vanich
The King authorized a royal cremation ceremony for Thiwaporn Vanich, a respected teacher at Thepsirin School, held at Tanonod Temple in Ayutthaya on August 13. Education officials and hundreds of mourners attended the solemn service, where
Saraburi Deputy Governor Admits No Prior Knowledge of Monastery Encroachment
Saraburi's deputy governor claimed ignorance of illegal monastery construction on forestry land in Muak Lek district, blaming limited staff and lack of public reports for the oversight during a National Anti-Corruption Commission inspection
Bangkok Life Insurance Profit Jumps 6% to 3.6 Billion Baht
Bangkok Life Insurance posted 6% profit growth to 3.6 billion baht in the first half of 2025, boosted by strong renewal premiums up 11% and improved investment returns despite new business premiums growing just 6%.
Deputy PM Outlines Four Economic Challenges Facing Thailand
Thailand's Deputy PM identified four major economic challenges: geopolitical tensions between the US and China, rapid AI advancement, environmental weaponization in trade, and labor shortages from an aging population. He urged businesses an
No Exam Cheaters Resign in Phichit Local Officials Scandal
No officials implicated in a Phichit local government exam cheating scandal have resigned, and no candidates requested score reviews on the first day such requests were permitted, authorities said.
Thailand Honors Ten Model Communities For Textile Innovation
On August 13, 2026, at Tara Hall, M Floor, ICONSIAM, Bangkok, Ms. Supamas Isarabhakdi, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, presided over a ceremony to present certificates of recogniti...
Doctor Warns of Three Behaviors Worsening Joint Inflammation
Office workers spending long hours in air-conditioning risk worsening knee inflammation during hot, humid summers, warns a Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor who cites cold treats and sedentary positioning as aggravating factors.
Election Commission Seeks Disqualification of Bold Democrat MP
The Election Commission is seeking to disqualify Bold Democrat MP Kongkiat Ketsumatat from Nakhon Si Thammarat for running while ineligible due to a 1999 theft conviction, and for falsely declaring his qualifications during registration.
Marine Conservationist Calls on Foreign Workers to Speak Thai
Marine conservationist Psi Scott ignited online debate by criticizing foreign service workers in Bangkok for speaking English instead of Thai, arguing they should learn the local language to work in Thailand.