Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Cabinet Approves Stricter Controls on State Officials Secretly Charging Private EV Batteries at Government Facilities
Thailand's cabinet approved stricter enforcement of rules banning state officials from charging private electric vehicles at government facilities, with penalties to follow violations of existing Royal Property Department guidelines.
CPF Showcases Food Innovation at THAIFEX-ANUGA ASIA 2026, Positioning Thailand as 'World's Kitchen'
CPF showcases innovative food products at THAIFEX-ANUGA ASIA 2026, including health-focused chicken and pork brands and ready-to-eat Asian meals already sold across Europe and America. The company is positioning Thailand as a global food in
Shrimp Industry Seeks PM's Help to Rescue Crisis as Exports Plummet by 720 Billion Baht
Thailand's shrimp industry has sought urgent government intervention as disease outbreaks and rising costs have slashed exports by 720 billion baht over 13 years. Industry groups propose an 11-point restructuring plan with 5.5 billion baht
TTB Points Out Thai SMEs Trapped in 'Survival Mode' – Unable to Grow Despite Economic Headwinds and Chinese Product Surge; Bank Eyes Double-Digit Lending Expansion
Thai SMEs are trapped in survival mode due to sluggish economic growth, high debt, and Chinese import competition, with only a third contributing to GDP compared to 40% historically. Thai Military Bank plans double-digit lending expansion a
SANSIRI x SCB WEALTH Elevates Wealth-Living Ecosystem with 'Curated with WEALTH-MASTERY'
Sansiri and SCB WEALTH launched a partnership integrating luxury real estate with wealth management services across Thailand's top property developments, offering clients combined financial advisory, living privileges, and investment soluti
Digital Economy Ministry Cracks Down on Scammers Impersonating Thailand Helps Thailand Plus Program, Uncovers 20 Fake Messages
Thailand's Digital Economy Ministry has identified 20 fake messages impersonating the Thailand Helps Thailand Plus program to defraud citizens. Authorities urge the public to use only the official "Pao Tang" app for registration and ignore
Bacon Time Claims 3 Awards – VALORANT Star Primmie Makes Thailand Social AIS Gaming Awards 2026 Shortlist
Esports club Bacon Time won three awards at Thailand Social AIS Gaming Awards 2026, while content creator HRK and VALORANT star Primmie also earned recognition at the sixth annual ceremony celebrating gaming and esports professionals.
21-Year-Old French Player Arthur Gea Rushes to Bathroom During French Open Debut Match
French 21-year-old Arthur Gea made his Grand Slam debut at Roland Garros but struggled with stomach issues, taking an emergency bathroom break during his first-set loss to 13th-seeded Karen Khachanov.
Sleeping with Earbuds Every Night is Dangerous, Doctors Warn of Ear Infections and Hearing Loss if Used Improperly
Sleeping nightly with earbuds risks ear infections, hearing loss, and earwax buildup if used improperly, Stanford doctors warn, recommending looser-fitting options or alternative audio devices instead.
Record-Breaking First Hour! True Corporation Reports Massive Registration Day for 'Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40' Program
True Corporation's networks handled a record 1,864% surge in traffic on the first day of registrations for the Thai government's "Thai Help Thai Plus 60/40" program, with peak usage occurring in the early morning hours across Bangkok and su
Omo-Popu Thai Mixed Doubles Pair Climbs to World Rank 16 After Malaysia Masters Runner-Up Finish
Thai mixed doubles pair Omo and Popu climbed to world rank 16 after reaching the Malaysia Masters final, improving four positions despite losing the championship match.
Home Builder Association Proposes 5 Measures to Address Foreign Labor Shortage Crisis
Thailand's Home Builder Association is pushing the government to adopt five urgent measures—including amnesty for illegal workers, streamlined permit processes, and digital work permit systems—to address a critical foreign labor shortage th