Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
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.
Agriculture Ministry Ramps Up Thai Fruit Marketing Drive
Thailand's Agriculture Ministry is launching an aggressive marketing campaign to boost fruit sales toward an 860 billion baht target, connecting premium Thai produce directly to consumers while supporting farmer incomes through high-value m
Lexus Launches All-New ES Luxury Sedan
Lexus launched its all-new eighth-generation ES luxury sedan in Thailand on August 13, offering both hybrid and fully electric powertrains with refined design and advanced safety features.
Court Dismisses Forex 3D Fraud Case Against Actress Pinky
A Thai court dismissed fraud charges against actress Pinky and others in a Forex 3D scheme that defrauded nearly 10,000 victims of 2.5 billion baht between 2015 and 2020.
AP Thailand Ups 2025 Launch Plan to 46 Projects Worth 56 Billion Baht
AP Thailand is accelerating its 2025 expansion with 46 new projects worth 56 billion baht, boosted by strong first-half revenue growth of 7.1% year-on-year despite economic headwinds.
TEAMG Reports 29% Q2 Profit Growth to 61 Million Baht
TEAMG's second-quarter profit jumped 29% to 61 million baht, driven by new government contracts including a royal zoo expansion and a Bangkok commuter rail project worth nearly 700 million baht combined.
TrueVisions NOW Partners With Viu to Launch Branded Zone
TrueVisions NOW has partnered with Viu to launch a branded zone featuring six Thai original series on the regional streaming platform, expanding Thai content to Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines starting August 20.
Abbot's Sister Urges Him to Relinquish Temple Amid Land Dispute
The sister of a temple abbot in Khon Kaen has urged him to relinquish the monastery amid a land dispute, citing safety concerns, but he refuses to abandon his post serving local residents.
Thailand Rejects Linking Military Ties to Trade Negotiations
Thailand's government rejected linking military cooperation with trade negotiations during talks with a U.S. defense official, asserting the two issues proceed separately on mutual benefit principles.
Khon Kaen Investigates 43 Officials in Local Exam Fraud Case
Khon Kaen is investigating 43 officials suspected of cheating on local government exams, with authorities racing to complete their review by August 31. The province has barred reinstatement of dismissed staff involved in the fraud.
Transport Ministry Partners With Grab to Improve Airport Connections
Thailand's Transport Ministry is partnering with ride-hailing app Grab to improve airport ground transportation services across the country's 21 airports, prioritizing passenger safety and seamless connectivity to destinations.