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Thai Senate Chief to Host Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing
Myanmar's military leader arrives in Thailand on August 7 for talks with Senate leadership focused on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing transnational crime and border cooperation.
Lawmaker Demands PM Force NBTC Chair to Resign
A lawmaker demanded the prime minister force NBTC Chair Dr. Sorn Bunjaichaipruk to resign after a selection committee ruled him ineligible, citing his repeated refusal that has derailed three board meetings and potentially risks oversight o
Thai Chamber Projects Record Mother's Day Spending at 11.1 Billion Baht
Thai businesses expect record Mother's Day spending of 11.1 billion baht in 2025, though growth will remain modest at 0.7% as consumers stay cautious amid economic pressures and high living costs.
Thailand Studies Moscow Metro to Upgrade Railway System
Thailand's transport ministry delegation studied Moscow Metro's digital ticketing, payment systems, and operational technologies to enhance the country's railway infrastructure and passenger services.
Thailand Tightens Checked Baggage Inspections Starting October 16
Thailand's Civil Aviation Authority will enforce stricter checked baggage inspections starting October 16, 2026, opening bags only when X-ray scans detect suspicious items, with all inspections video-recorded and documented to align with in
Actress Tom Ratchaneekor Wins Lawsuit Against Loluck Hospital
Actress Tom Ratchaneekor won her medical malpractice lawsuit against Loluck Hospital, securing 7.7 million baht in damages for complications from cosmetic facial surgery.
Lawmakers Push to Seize Assets in Local Exam Fraud Case
Lawmakers are pushing to seize assets from nearly 5,900 people implicated in a local exam fraud scheme, with parliament warning that swift action is needed to prevent suspects from hiding money before trial.
National Parks Chief Orders Probe Into Similan Accommodation Approval
Thailand's national parks chief has ordered an investigation into whether the Similan Islands National Park director improperly allowed an MP to stay overnight at the park four years ago, violating a closure order in place since 2018.
China Denies Arming Cambodia, Reaffirms Thai Alliance
China denied providing weapons to Cambodia during talks with Thai military officials, reaffirming its alliance with Thailand and calling for peaceful resolution of the border conflict between the neighboring countries.
Transgender Model Says Brand Cancelled Shoot Over Gender Identity
A transgender model was sent home from a fashion photoshoot moments before filming in Bangkok after the brand owner objected to her gender identity, sparking calls for clearer hiring requirements in the modeling industry.
Thai Army Chief Visits Tan Yong Market to Boost Public Confidence
Thailand's army chief visited Tan Yong Market in Narathiwat Province on August 6 to reassure residents and traders about security efforts, pledging enhanced protection and coordination across agencies to restore confidence in daily life.
PM Welcomes Myanmar President for Security, Trade Talks
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visited Thailand on August 6 for high-level talks with Prime Minister Anusit on cross-border cooperation, energy, and trade facilitation.