Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Kasetsart University Plants Rice to Honor Thai Agricultural Heritage
Kasetsart University planted 13.5 rai of Rice Berry—a nutrient-rich purple rice variety—in Nakhon Pathom on August 7 with over 5,000 participants, marking the 21st year of the Mother's Day ceremony honoring agricultural heritage and sustain
Thailand Plans 200 Billion Baht Clean Energy Shift to Electric Buses and Taxis
Thailand will invest 200 billion baht to convert public transport buses, taxis, and vans to electric vehicles while removing older polluting vehicles from roads across all regions.
Thailand Tightens Gun Checkpoints at Public Sites
Thailand has intensified weapons screening at government buildings and public venues following recent shootings involving legally registered firearms. The Prime Minister has suspended civilian gun permits nationwide, with authorities arrest
Thailand Opens Pollution Complaint Centers Nationwide
Thailand has launched upgraded pollution complaint centers nationwide, allowing citizens to report odors, noise, wastewater and illegal dumping through multiple channels including a LINE app, hotline 1650, and regional offices.
National Housing Authority Accelerates 44,000-Unit 'Homes for Thais' Program
Thailand's National Housing Authority is accelerating its "Homes for Thais" program to develop over 44,000 affordable housing units across multiple phases through 2032, with the first projects targeting Cabinet approval by March 2025. The i
Kasetsart University Hosts Thai Textile Festival 2026
Kasetsart University will host the "KU Thai Textile Fest 2026" on August 10-11 to honor the late Queen Sirikit's legacy in preserving Thai silk heritage and promoting it as a creative economy soft power. The free festival features fashion s
Parliament Chief Launches Youth Debate Forum Season 3
Parliament's leader launched Season 3 of a youth debate competition featuring 16 teams, emphasizing the program's role in developing young people into thoughtful, constructive communicators who understand justice and civic responsibility.
Thailand Trains Medical Cannabis Entrepreneurs to Meet Global Standards
Thailand certified 46 medical cannabis entrepreneurs through an intensive training program designed to meet international standards and strengthen the country's emerging legal cannabis industry.
BEDO Launches Thailand Nature Positive Forum 2026
Thailand's government launched the Nature Positive Forum 2026 to drive business adoption of sustainable biodiversity practices, with BEDO presenting case studies from partnering companies on conservation efforts.
Thailand Pushes 106 Billion Baht Aid Program Forward
Thailand's government has injected 106 billion baht through its "Thai Help Thai Plus" program benefiting over 26 million people, now expanding into capital loans and debt relief to shift from consumer spending to income generation for farme
Bangkok Announces Free School Program With Benefits
Bangkok's governor eliminated school maintenance fees at 437 public schools and introduced a free education program including uniforms, meals, insurance, and textbooks for all students.
Thailand Demands Upstream Dam Operators Give Advance Notice Before Water Release
Thailand's deputy PM is pushing upstream dam operators to give advance notice before releasing water, addressing a key gap in managing the Mekong River's unpredictable flows affecting Northeast provinces.