Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Commerce Ministry Prepares US Trip to Address Section 301 Tariff Concerns; Worried SMEs May Struggle to Adapt
Thailand's Commerce Ministry will travel to the US this month to address tariff investigations over excess production capacity and forced labor concerns, with officials worried small businesses may struggle to comply with potential new trad
Government Allocates 6 Billion Baht to Distribute Free Organic Fertilizer to Farmers Nationwide, Aims to Cut Production Costs
The Thai government plans to distribute 5-6 billion baht in free organic fertilizers to farmers nationwide this growing season, aiming to reduce production costs amid rising global chemical fertilizer prices and supply chain disruptions.
Down to the Wire – Chatchai Still the Favorite in Bangkok Governor's Race
Incumbent Chatchai Sittiphan remains the frontrunner in Bangkok's governor race, with the People's Party's "Dr. Joe" emerging as his main challenger despite the full campaign yet to officially begin.
Major Media Report: Real Madrid Players Unhappy With Kylian Mbappe's Behavior, Growing Distance
Real Madrid teammates are reportedly distancing themselves from Kylian Mbappe over his self-centered behavior and special treatment, including incidents of disrespecting officials and arriving late to team events without consequences.
AEY EV Motor Announces End of DEEPAL Electric Vehicle Dealership
AEY EV Motor has ended its dealership of DEEPAL electric vehicles, though its service center will continue offering maintenance and repairs for existing customers.
Ben Apache Fulfills Indian Fan's Dream by Connecting Him with Rodtangs to Inspire
Influencer Ben Apache arranged a surprise video call between world-renowned Thai boxer Rodtang Jitmuangnon and an Indian fan working in the UK who idolizes him, fulfilling the man's lifelong dream to connect with his hero.
Hudson Accepts Packed Thai National Team Schedule Throughout Year, Plans to Rotate Fresh Faces for Senior Squad
Thai national team coach Anthony Hudson will rotate young players into the senior squad during a packed 2026 schedule to give key players rest between multiple overlapping competitions and windows.
Kulwutti Takes on Young Japanese Star – Pornpawee Faces Indian Competitor in Thailand Open Badminton Championship
World number two Kulwutti Vititsanthan will face Japan's Yudai Okimoto in the first round of the Toyota Thailand Open 2026, a Super 500 badminton event scheduled for May 12-17 at Bangkok's Nimibutr Stadium. Pornpawee Chochuwong and other to
Yossakorn Champions Thailand's Transformation into an AI Creator, Accelerating New Economic Engine and Securing Data Sovereignty
Thailand's deputy PM unveiled plans to transform the country from a technology consumer into an AI innovator, launching initiatives to boost productivity in agriculture and SMEs while developing a domestic AI model to protect data sovereign
Court Dismisses Charges Against Tid Sritdit, Former Nakhon Sawan Abbot, in 4 Million Baht Temple Embezzlement Case
A court dismissed embezzlement charges against a former abbot of Wat Nakhon Sawan and an accomplice accused of misappropriating over 4 million baht, finding insufficient evidence of criminal intent after a witness testified the transfers we
Plot Twist! Big Turtle Fires Back at Ton Bangkaew, Exposes Amulet Flipping Scam with Blank Check Schemes
A deputy police chief accused by famous amulet dealer Ton Bangkaew denies coercion allegations, instead revealing a 5-billion-baht scam ring involving Ton and eight others who defrauded victims through fake amulet rentals and blank checks.
Miss Grand secures Miss Universe rights in five ASEAN countries
Miss Grand International secures exclusive rights to operate Miss Universe pageants in Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Laos, expanding its regional presence across Southeast Asia.