Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Thailand Eyes Deep Run at Asian Games in Japan
Thailand's under-23 football team and women's volleyball squad are preparing for the Asian Games in Nagoya, with officials confident both teams can advance from group stages and medal contention.
Thai FA Chief Distributes Free Tickets for Youth Schools to Thailand-Myanmar ASEAN Cup
The Football Association of Thailand is distributing free tickets to youth schools for the Thailand-Myanmar ASEAN Cup match at Rajamangala Stadium on August 8, aimed at inspiring young athletes and developing grassroots football.
Thailand Raises 2025 GDP Growth Forecast to 2% on Tech Exports, AI Investment
Thailand raised its 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.6-2% driven by surging technology exports and AI investments, with exports now projected to grow 8-10% after earlier contraction predictions.
King Prajadhipok's Institute Launches Royal Heritage Exhibition
King Prajadhipok’s Institute (KPI), through the King Prajadhipok Museum and the Office of the Secretary-General, has launched a major commemorative exhibition titled “A Legacy in Bloom: Designing ...
Thailand Leads ASEAN Digital Economy Agreement
Thailand has successfully led ASEAN member states to conclude negotiations on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), marking a major milestone in the region’s digital transformation a...
Thailand Courts French Investment in Tech and Energy
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met with Vice Chairman of the French Employers’ Association International (MEDEF International) and Chairman of the France–Thailand Business Council, together wi...
UK Chevening Scholarship Applications Now Open
Applications for the prestigious Chevening scholarship—offering full master's degrees at UK universities—are now open through October 6, 2025, with particular focus on developing leaders from Thailand and across Asia.
Slain Soldier's Mother Grieves as Siblings Receive Education Fund
The mother of a soldier killed at Hill 350 continues grieving her son's loss while his two younger siblings receive educational scholarships from the Deputy Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, who visited their newly built home in Sis
Thai Plastic Pellet Maker Earns Halal Certification in Indonesia
PTT Global Chemical becomes the first Thai plastic pellet maker to earn halal certification in Indonesia, covering all 137 products across five polymer types to better serve customers in Muslim markets requiring verified raw material status
Cabinet Appoints Yongyuth Nakvirojn As National Parks Director
Yongyuth Nakvirojn, head of the Department of Mineral Resources, will become the new director-general of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation starting October 1, replacing a retiring official.
Muay Thai Camp Manager Proposes Aslamjon as Rodtang's Comeback Opponent
Jitmuangnon camp manager suggests Uzbek boxer Aslamjon Ortikov as opponent for Rodtang's comeback fight scheduled for October 28, 2026, at Icon Siam in Bangkok.
Debt And Poor Habits Block Thai Mortgage Approvals
Thai homebuyers are facing mortgage rejections due to excessive household debt and poor financial habits, even when they have sufficient income, according to the Government Housing Bank.