Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Editorial – Genuine Intent on Constitution Reform
Bhumjaithai Party submitted the first constitutional amendment draft following public referendum support for reform, proposing a 100-member drafting assembly and lowering Senate approval thresholds to enable compromise. The opposition plans
Throwing in the Towel – Disappointed but Understanding: Thailand Loses Free World Cup Broadcast
Thailand has abandoned plans to secure free World Cup broadcasts after licensing fees exceeded 1.7 billion baht, with the government unable to justify the massive spending during economic hardship despite initial promises to provide free ac
Meet the 'Cheese Witch': Fortune Teller Who Claims to Predict the Future Using Cheese
A Chicago-based fortune teller known as the "Cheese Witch" reads people's futures by analyzing the patterns and textures of cheese, reviving an ancient divination practice called Tyromancy that dates back to medieval times.
Mind Sakal Achieves More Than a Dream, Wins World Championship – Calls for Snooker to be Freed from Gambling Laws
Eighteen-year-old Thai snooker champion Mind Sakal won the world title in May, becoming the first female player globally to claim both senior and youth world championships in the same year. She called for Thailand to remove snooker from gam
PTT Pushes Ahead with Exploration, Production, and Trading Operations to Support Second-Half Profits
PTT plans to boost second-half profits through exploration, production, and trading operations, with trading expected to benefit from market volatility and high global oil prices supporting upstream operations.
Suphajee Unconcerned Over Constitutional Court Petition Against 400-Billion-Baht Borrowing Decree; Government Accelerates Economic Support, Touts Q4 GDP Growth of 2.5%
Deputy PM Suphajee dismissed constitutional court concerns over the 400-billion-baht borrowing decree, saying the government is implementing economic support measures targeting 2.5% Q4 GDP growth. The Commerce Ministry is distributing 100-b
National Security Council Approves Energy Ministry's Jet Fuel Exports to Vietnam and Philippines, with Option to Halt if Needed
Thailand's National Security Council approved exporting Jet A-1 aviation fuel to Vietnam and the Philippines while retaining the ability to halt shipments if domestic supplies become critical.
Suphajee Sets July 1 Date for State Agency Database Integration, Moving Toward Digital Government
Over 320 Thai government agencies will integrate their databases starting July 1, 2025, to streamline digital services and reduce administrative burdens for businesses and citizens.
CPF Unveils Food Innovation for the Future at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026
CPF showcases health-focused food innovations at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, including a winning basil chicken sausage rice dish selected for a space mission and a virtual interactive experience featuring sustainable future foods.
Agriculture Ministry Approves Water System Development and Land Consolidation Projects Covering Over 500,000 Rai
The Agriculture Ministry approved 42 water system and land consolidation projects covering over 500,000 rai nationwide to strengthen agricultural water security and support farmer livelihoods across all regions.
Ronaldo Posts Reaffirming Commitment After Making Portugal's 2026 World Cup Squad
Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed his commitment to Portugal after being selected for the 2026 World Cup, marking his sixth appearance in the tournament set for the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
All Women! FIVB Confirms Female Chromosomes in Thai Volleyball Team
The FIVB confirmed Thailand's women's volleyball team roster for the 2026 Nations League consists entirely of female athletes following chromosome testing at Mahidol University. The team begins competition in Nanjing, China on June 3 agains