Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Krungthai Bank Launches Direct Cross-Currency Exchange Feature on Krungthai NEXT
Krungthai Bank launched a Direct Cross-Currency Exchange feature on its Krungthai NEXT app, allowing customers to swap foreign currencies without converting to Thai baht first and reducing transaction costs. The Global Savings account suppo
Japan Joins 'Balikatan' Drills, Fires Live Anti-Ship Missiles Near South China Sea
Japan fired live anti-ship missiles during joint Balikatan exercises with U.S., Australian, and Philippine forces near the South China Sea, successfully striking a decommissioned destroyer from 75 kilometers away. The drills underscore grow
Natthaphong Raises Three Public Agendas for PM to Showcase Thailand's Leadership at ASEAN Summit on Border and Energy Issues
Pheu Thai MP Natthaphong urges PM Anutin to champion three agendas at the ASEAN Summit in the Philippines: resolving Thailand-Cambodia maritime disputes through bilateral talks, addressing regional energy security through cross-border grid
GCAP Identifies Early Stagflation Signals in Global Economy, Supports Gold Rally; Recommends Accumulating at 68,500–68,200 Baht
Global stagflation signals are emerging as stocks and bonds decline simultaneously while inflation remains elevated, prompting GCAP Gold to recommend gradually accumulating gold near 68,500–68,200 baht per unit for medium to long-term portf
ASEAN's Jewel Shines Bright! JGAB 2026 Draws Over 10,000 Participants from 80 Countries, Reflecting Soaring Global Demand
The Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok 2026 wrapped up with over 11,500 participants from 80 countries, solidifying Thailand's position as the regional hub for jewelry and gemstone trading. The event drew senior executives and business professio
AIS Leads Thailand Into New Era of Intelligent Networks With Southeast Asia's First '5G-ADVANCED' Launch
AIS has launched Southeast Asia's first '5G-ADVANCED' service, combining multiple frequency bands to boost download speeds by 1.5 times and upload speeds up to 2 times, with AI-powered autonomous network management rolling out across Thaila
Government Savings Bank Unveils Special Deposit Promotion: 113-Day Term with Up to 9.99% Interest
Government Savings Bank is offering a special 113-day deposit earning up to 9.99% interest exclusively during the Bangkok Money Expo, May 7-10, with a 10,000-baht minimum and limited 200-quota daily registrations.
Oil export ban set to end as reserves surge
Thailand's energy authorities are considering lifting the temporary ban on refined oil exports as the country's reserves reach secure levels and storage facilities overflow with surplus stock.
EGCO Group Selected for Dow Jones Sustainability Index
EGCO Group has been selected for the 2026 Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices in the electric utility category, recognition of its three-decade commitment to sustainable development and energy transition. The company was chosen alongside only t
Bedrock Analytics and RISE Open Doors to BTS Group, Showcasing AI Power for State Asset Management
Bedrock Analytics and RISE demonstrated AI-powered location intelligence technology to BTS Group executives, showcasing how spatial data can optimize public infrastructure management and asset tracking across Thailand's government sector.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Vows Stricter Enforcement Against Misbehaving Foreign Tourists to Protect Thailand’s Image
Thailand's Prime Minister has ordered stricter enforcement of laws against inappropriate tourist behaviour, citing concerns that public indecency incidents damage the country's cultural reputation and image.
Prajakchai Reveals Happiest He's Been in 10 Years as Lamyai, Am, and Prajakchai Reunite as 'Blessed Couple'
Prajakchai Jai Thaithongkham celebrates his happiest moment in a decade following a reunion with Lamyai and Am, whom he describes as a destined "blessed couple" that understands him deeply.