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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
Thailand Ranks in Global Instant Noodle Consumption for 2025
Global instant noodle consumption reached 124.21 billion servings in 2025, up 0.7% annually, with China and Hong Kong dominating at 43.27 billion servings. India showed the strongest growth, consuming 9.6 billion servings with an 8.9% year-
Thai Drift Champion Po Tanuphat Aims for Drift Masters Glory
Thai drift champion Po Tanuphat Lerthtaveevit is set to compete at the international Drift Masters championship in Germany from August 13–15, marking a major milestone for Thai motorsport on the global racing stage.
Thailand Backs Breastfeeding, Surveys Public Support for Infant Formula Law
Thailand's health department surveyed public understanding of a new infant formula marketing law during World Breastfeeding Week, finding that over three-quarters of respondents support restrictions on advertising to protect child health an
Politician Denies Slapping Official at Funeral
Democrat Party deputy leader Chai Chana Dej Decho denied slapping a Thung Yai official at a funeral, insisting they remain close friends who speak regularly and saw each other without incident days after the alleged August 8 incident.