Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Insurance Commission Forecasts Slower Premium Growth in 2026, But Financial Liquidity Remains Stable
Thailand's Insurance Commission expects slower premium growth in 2026 due to Middle East tensions and economic slowdown, but insurers maintain strong financial positions with capital reserves well above regulatory minimums.
Contemporary Arts and Culture Office Awards Art City Development Project Competition, Promoting Five Provinces as Art Cities
Thailand's Contemporary Arts and Culture Office announced winners of its Art City Development Project competition, awarding 56 submissions from five provinces with funding to promote art initiatives in rural and provincial communities.
Commerce and Education Ministries Launch 'Thai Help Thai Plus' Program at 1,000 Locations
The Commerce and Education Ministries launched the 'Thai Help Thai Plus' program across 1,000 locations nationwide, offering consumer goods, clothing, and educational materials at discounts up to 50% to ease cost-of-living pressures through
Naphak, prospective candidate for Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly in Lat Phrao district, announces withdrawal due to health issues
Naphak Pengsuk withdrew as a Thai Phakdin Party candidate for Bangkok Metropolitan Assembly in Lat Phrao district, citing a recurring knee injury requiring treatment and rehabilitation.
Thai Panel Defends Scrapping Border MOUs to ASEAN+3 Diplomats
Thailand's Senate committee briefed ASEAN+3 diplomats on plans to revoke 1990s border agreements with Cambodia, arguing they fail to protect Thai sovereignty amid unresolved territorial disputes and repeated Cambodian violations.
Social media erupts! Em Withawat fires back at trolls with scathing response about skincare and personal grooming
Actress Em Withawat hit back at social media trolls with a sharp rebuttal, defending her appearance and skincare choices while mocking critics for their hypocrisy and contradictory complaints about her body and beauty routine.
Demolition Order Issued for Viral 10-Story Chinese House; Owner Vows to Fight in Court and Rebuild
A viral pyramid-shaped house in China's Guizhou Province has been demolished for lacking construction permits, but its owner vows to fight the order in court and rebuild. The 10-story structure, which became a tourist attraction for its fan
Pipat Chairs Meeting with TEBA to Drive Thailand's Super-Hub Development and Economic Growth
Deputy PM Pipat met with the Thai-European Business Association to discuss upgrading Thailand's transport and logistics infrastructure, with focus on road safety, airport efficiency, and port congestion improvements.
Khun Khai Malihuana Teams Up with Academics and Artists to Advance Establishment of 'National Arts Council'
Thailand's arts sector leaders and academics are collaborating to establish a National Arts Council, viewing it as critical for supporting Thai artists and boosting the nation's creative industries globally.
Thai Chamber of Commerce University Launches 'CEO MBAˣ' Program to Develop Next-Generation Business Leaders
Thai Chamber of Commerce University launches 'CEO MBAˣ,' an intensive master's program combining academic study with expertise from practicing executives, with classes held weekends and graduation in roughly one year starting 2025.
BEM Announces Traffic Diversion on Srirat Expressway
BEM has announced traffic diversions on Srirat Expressway near Chaeng Watthana toll plaza through August 25 for reconstruction work, with operations scheduled during specific daytime and nighttime windows.
Mongkol Kitti Storms Satriwitthaya 2 School as Students Cheer and Shout '007'
Mongkol Kitti and a Bangkok gubernatorial candidate visited Satriwitthaya 2 School on May 22, where enthusiastic students gathered seeking photos and autographs while discussing education and transportation issues with the delegation.