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Chinese Ambassador Marks Milestone Anniversaries
China and Thailand marked 51 years of diplomatic relations on July 1, with the Chinese ambassador highlighting robust bilateral ties including record trade volumes and China's position as Thailand's largest trading partner for 13 consecutiv
Local Exam Corruption Probe Set To Conclude Within Days
An Interior Ministry investigation into local exam corruption will conclude within days, with preliminary evidence already gathered from multiple parties, though the broader probe involving external suspects remains with anti-corruption aut
Crowds File For Social Security Board Seats On Day One
Dozens of candidates filed nominations on the first day of Social Security Board elections, with workers' leaders and grassroots groups seeking to represent insured persons at Bangkok's Area 3 office.
Thai Vessels Safely Depart Strait of Hormuz
Following efforts to assist the 11 Thai-flagged vessels and vessels chartered by Thai operators which were stranded in the Strait of Hormuz since its closure on 28 February 2026, the Ministry of Forei...
LINE MAN Reports 1.2M Users Redeem Thai Stimulus Vouchers
Over 1.2 million users redeemed Thai government stimulus vouchers through LINE MAN delivery service in late June, with spending averaging 450 baht per person and order values rising 15% as consumers favored affordable meals like curry rice
Labor Ministry Allocates 7 Billion Baht For Insured Workers Debt Relief
The Labor Ministry allocated 7 billion baht this year to repay outstanding debt owed to insured workers through the Social Security Office, with a target to clear the remaining 35 billion baht by 2574.
Energy Crisis Peak Passes As Oil Stabilizes At $75
Oil prices have stabilized around $75 per barrel following easing Middle East tensions, marking the peak of Thailand's energy crisis, though the private sector warns structural economic reforms are needed to boost competitiveness amid weak
Amata Appoints Ex-SCG Chief As Strategic Advisor
Amata Corporation appoints ex-SCG chief Rungroaj Rangsiyobhas as Strategic Advisor to bolster regional expansion and support decision-making as manufacturers shift production away from China.
Queen Suthida Wears Modern Thai Amarin Dress at Paris Ceremony
On 29 June 2026, Her Majesty Queen Suthida wore a contemporary interpretation of the Thai Amarin dress (Chud Thai Amarin) during the official welcome ceremony held at the Hôtel des Invalides in the F...
DITTO Launches Blu Green Token Sale July 3-13
DITTO launches Blu Green Token sale July 3-13, offering 400 million tokens at 1.20 baht each to fund mangrove reforestation carbon credit projects with projected 10.35% annual returns and DITTO acting as financial guarantor.
Messi Earns $15M for Spider-Man Trailer Cameo
Lionel Messi earned $15 million for a 20-second cameo in the Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse trailer alongside Tom Holland.
Parliament Erupts Over TH-AI Passport Budget Debate
Parliamentary debate over the TH-AI Passport project erupted on July 1, with opposition MPs questioning the government's spending and alleged lack of transparency, while ruling party lawmakers argued the discussion was outside budget scope.