Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Deputy PM Defends University Debate, Affirms Academic Freedom
Deputy PM Yossakon Wongsuwan defended academic freedom at Prince of Songkla University's Pattani campus, stating the government has no policy restricting student or faculty expression and that the Higher Education Ministry only verifies pro
Three Thai Clubs Face Five Japanese Teams in AFC Champions League Elite
Three Thai clubs—Buriram United, Ratchaburi FC, and Port FC—will compete in the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite, facing Japanese J-League opponents in five of their eight league-stage matches each.
DHL Launches Shanghai-Bangkok Direct Cargo Flight
DHL Express launches a new direct cargo flight between Shanghai and Bangkok using a 50-ton Boeing 767 to strengthen supply chain connections across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe as manufacturing shifts to Southeast Asia.
Cabinet Approves 2.85 Billion Baht Water Reservoir Project
Thailand's Cabinet approved a 2.85 billion baht water reservoir project in Chachoengsao province, scheduled to run from 2027 to 2032, which will add 19 million cubic meters of storage capacity to support agriculture, industrial consumption,
Bus Company Readies Flood Response, Routes Can Change
BTC is implementing emergency protocols nationwide as heavy rainfall and flooding threaten operations, with staff authorized to reroute buses or suspend services in affected areas to ensure passenger safety.
Parliament Speaker Praised After X-Ray Security Check
Parliament Speaker Sopon Saraum underwent mandatory X-ray screening at parliament building entrances on August 18, endorsing the security procedures that apply equally to all visitors regardless of rank.
Opposition Leader Says Evidence Ready for Senate Fraud Case
Opposition leader Nattapong Rueangpanya says the opposition has evidence implicating Bhumjaithai politicians in the Senate fraud case and will present it during parliamentary interrogation, accusing PM Anutin of deflecting accountability.
Kalasin Election Commission Distributes Ballots to 18 Districts
Kalasin's election commission distributed ballots to all 18 districts on August 18, ahead of Sunday's provincial governor election on August 23.
Enfant Expands Premium Care Line Across All Ages
Thai premium family care brand Enfant defied Thailand's declining birth rate with 7% first-half growth by expanding into organic products for all ages rather than just infants. The 40-year-old company targets 12% annual growth by capitalizi
Climate Agency Marks 3 Years With Net Zero 2050 Action Plan
Thailand's Department of Climate Change and Environment marked its three-year anniversary by opening a climate information center and reaffirming its Net Zero 2050 target, with officials emphasizing the need for long-term cooperation to bui
Hospital Apologizes After Nurse Posts Inappropriate Comments About Patient
Payakkhaphum Hospital apologized after a nurse posted inappropriate comments about a deceased patient on social media, issuing a warning to the staff member and pledging to prevent similar incidents.
Animal Lovers Clash With City Over Stray Feeding Ban Signs
Animal welfare groups in Nakhon Ratchasima are demanding the city remove signs banning stray dog feeding, citing unfair criminalization, while residents say the ban has reduced disease and safety risks following a rabies outbreak that kille