Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thai Consumer Confidence Rises for Second Month
Thai consumer confidence rose to 51.1 in July, marking a second consecutive month of gains boosted by government cost-of-living relief programs, export growth, and increased tourism.
Myanmar President Arrives in Thailand for State Visit
BANGKOK: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing is scheduled to arrive in Thailand tomorrow (Aug 6) for a two day visit, marking his first trip here since becoming a civilian leader.
Sugarcane Farmers Squeezed as Costs Soar, Prices Stall at 850 Baht Per Ton
Sugarcane farmers in Nakhon Ratchasima are losing money as production costs soar while the government-set price remains stuck at 850 baht per ton, leaving many unable to break even.
Thailand Tightens Visa Rules for 2026 Relocations
Thailand is tightening visa rules for 2026, capping land border crossings at two exempt entries per year and requiring proof of onward travel and accommodation. Expats relocating must now carefully plan their stay through proper visa channe
KPI and Krung Thai Bank Launch GEN U INTER Insurance for Overseas Students
KPI and Bangkok Bank launched GEN U INTER, a comprehensive insurance plan for Thai students studying abroad, covering medical expenses up to 5 million baht plus travel, property, and family financial support.
Thailand Approved to Host Gastech 2026 Energy Conference
Thailand has been approved to host Gastech 2026, a major global energy conference, in Bangkok from September 14–17, 2026, expecting around 50,000 participants from 150 countries to discuss natural gas, hydrogen fuel, and clean energy innova
Thailand Rice Exports Fall 18% in First Half of 2025
Thai rice exports fell 18.8% in the first half of 2025 to 3.28 million tonnes, hampered by high global supply and competition from cheaper Vietnamese and Pakistani rice, though officials expect recovery through new markets and government tr
Bangkok and Chinese City Yiyang Boost Trade and Tourism Ties
Dr. Lertluck Leelaruangsang, Deputy Permanent Secretary for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), welcomed a high-level Chinese delegation led by Ms. Dai Zha,Vice Chairperson of the Yiyang Mu...
Thai Taekwondo Team Trains in South Korea Before Asian Games
Thailand's taekwondo team completed a two-week training camp in Seoul to prepare 10 qualified athletes for the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, with the squad reporting high morale and no injuries.
Cabinet Approves 7.2 Billion Baht Reservoir Project in Chanthaburi
Thailand's Cabinet approved a 7.2 billion baht reservoir project in Chanthaburi to boost water security across the Eastern region, with construction set to begin in 2027 and serve nearly 88,000 hectares of farmland and industry.
Education Minister Orders Probe Into University's Chinese Student Scheme
The Higher Education Ministry has ordered an investigation into allegations that Rajamangala University of Technology Bangkok improperly benefited a Chinese business group while deceiving international students in self-created programs.
Thailand, Vietnam Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties
Vietnam Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul attended the Thailand–Vietnam Investment and Business Networking 2026 meeting organized by BOI (The Board of Investment of Thailan...