Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Local Government Exam Results Open Nationwide Through August 31
Candidates can now view corrected scores from Thailand's local government exam through August 31, after original results were cancelled due to inconsistencies. Nearly 6,000 names have been referred for criminal investigation over alleged ex
Chainat Province Builds Young Football Talent on Tight Budget
Chainat Province has built a successful football program on a tight budget through youth development and grassroots investment, with local schools and academy scouts feeding talent to the professional Chainat Hornbill club.
BEM Opens Free Art Exhibition in Bangkok
Bangkok's BEM opens a free art exhibition featuring over 65 student artworks alongside workshops and craft sales at Metro Mall in Sanam Luang MRT station on August 15-16, 2026.
Easy Pass Holders Triple Rewards on Thai Expressways
Easy Pass holders on Thai expressways can now earn triple points per toll transaction through September 2026, with rewards redeemable at Black Canyon, Starbucks and other merchants.
Government Seizes 32,812 Illegal Goods Cases in 10 Months
Thai authorities seized 32,812 cases of illegal goods worth 4.51 billion baht over 10 months, with smuggled cigarettes accounting for 61 percent of violations and nearly 4.9 million confiscated packs.
BOI Drives Smart & Green Pivot as Investment Requests Hit 146 Billion Baht
Thailand's Board of Investment has received 1,397 investment applications totaling 146 billion baht since 2023 as businesses pivot toward Smart & Green manufacturing with automation, digital systems, and sustainability certifications.
King And Queen Perform Merit-Making On Queen Sirikit Memorial Day
King Maha Chakri Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida performed merit-making ceremonies on August 12 to honor the late Queen Sirikit's birthday anniversary at Amarinthravinijchaya Throne Hall. The royal couple made offerings of incense and
Amulet Collector Questions Gold Coin Switch to Copper
A prominent amulet collector questions how a gold coin allegedly changed to copper after being tested, raising fresh doubts about an incident that was previously settled for 9 million baht.
Parliament Appoints Dechrat Sukkamanid as Opposition Leader Spokesman
Dechrat Sukkamanid has been formally appointed as the opposition leader's spokesman in Thailand's House of Representatives, effective May 14, 2024, according to a Royal Gazette announcement signed by the House Speaker.
Thailand to Tighten Steel Standards, Target Induction Furnaces
Thailand will tighten steel standards through public consultation starting August 17, with stricter scrutiny on induction furnaces used in construction rebar due to quality control concerns and higher failure rates.
PM Anuthin Performs at OTOP Arts Festival Event
Prime Minister Anuthin Charnvirakul took to the stage at the Thai Crafts OTOP exhibition during Mother's Day celebrations, performing with a live band and dancing with visitors to mark the event at Impact Muang Thong Thani.
Library Association Chief Opposes Government Plan to Cut Librarian Posts
Thai Library Association chief Dr. Namthip Vibhavin opposes a government plan to eliminate librarian positions, arguing that specialized library professionals are essential for Thailand's 30,000 libraries and international standing ahead of