Thailand eyes Russia trade Thailand and Russia are seeking to strengthen trade and investment cooperation in sectors ranging from energy and fertilisers to digital technology and innovation. Bangkok Post · Jun 18
Phiphat loses key EEC post Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has assumed direct oversight of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), replacing his deputy Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn. Bangkok Post · Jun 17
OECD quest spurs reform Thailand is undertaking one of the most ambitious legal and regulatory reform programmes in its modern history as the government seeks to secure membership in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2028, says Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
Chips seen as next growth engine The government has established the National Semiconductor Policy Committee to set the country’s strategy for the sector, with a target of attracting 2.5 trillion baht in investment to Thailand. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
PM Anutin heads for Asean-Russia Summit Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will travel to Russia to attend the Asean-Russia Commemorative Summit on Wednesday and Thursday in Kazan, where he plans to discuss trade expansion, investment cooperation and energy security with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
PM Anutin wants foreign culprits deported faster Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered legal amendments to speed up the deportation of foreign criminals to prevent them from repeating their offences in Thailand, according to a government spokesperson. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
PM defends co-payment initiative Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has defended the Thais Help Thais Plus co-payment scheme, rejecting claims that it shifts financial burdens onto citizens and saying it is helping stimulate spending, support businesses and strengthen the economy. Bangkok Post · Jun 15
PM set for Asean-Russia meet Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will travel to Kazan, Russia, on June 17–18 to attend the Asean–Russia Commemorative Summit, where Thailand aims to expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy and other economic sectors under its economic diplomacy policy. Bangkok Post · Jun 15
Mideast truce 'positive news' Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul welcomed the reported ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as a positive development that could help ease global uncertainties and support economic stability. Bangkok Post · Jun 15
Anutin rejects opposition's concern over TH-AI plan Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Monday defended the government's TH-AI Passport scheme after opposition lawmakers raised concerns over procurement procedures, budget transparency and the selection of the winning bidder for the 1.6-billion-baht project under the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES). Bangkok Post · Jun 15
Anutin unveils chip hub vision Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has unveiled a plan to position Thailand as Asean's hub for advanced chip manufacturing, with the goal of producing "Made in Thailand" semiconductors by 2050. Bangkok Post · Jun 14
IOs are real and need to be stopped A surprising but welcome decision was made by the Court of Appeal this past week, which overturned part of a lower court ruling and ordered the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc) to pay over 200,000 baht in compensation to human rights activists smeared online by a so-called information operation (IO). Bangkok Post · Jun 13
PM leads cabinet in royal bathing rite for Princess Bajrakitiyabha Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul led members of the cabinet and senior Interior Ministry officials to perform the royal bathing rite before the portrait of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati at the Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion in the Grand Palace on Saturday morning. Bangkok Post · Jun 13
PM pledges reforms to woo investors Prime Minister Anutin Chanvirakul has pledged regulatory and economic reforms to secure Thailand's position as a long-term investment destination. Bangkok Post · Jun 12
Bangkok Post · Jun 12 A nation mourns Thailand entered a period of national mourning on Thursday following the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati at the age of 47.
Bangkok Post · Jun 12 TH-AI Passport risks BJT fallout Amid growing concerns over alleged irregularities, the TH-AI Passport project, the brainchild of Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob, has triggered a wave of criticism and left the Bhumjaithai-led government politically exposed.
Bangkok Post · Jun 12 Natthaphong’s risky political gamble The main opposition People’s Party (PP) is under intense scrutiny after its criticism of privy councillors attending a recent high-level water management meeting chaired by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul appeared to backfire, opening a broader debate about the party’s political strategy and direction ahead of the Bangkok gubernatorial election on…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 12 Tears and tributes as crowds gather to mourn death of Thailand’s Princess Bha Beloved royal, said to have embodied ‘everything good in Thailand’, died in hospital after nearly four years in coma
Bangkok Post · Jun 12 Entertainment, sports events allowed after princess’ passing All activities, including sports and entertainment, can continue following the announcement of the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajarakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati.
Bangkok Post · Jun 11 Thai farm debt crisis a test for Anutin government Ahead of the Feb 8 general election, politicians often came to court voters like 69-year-old rice farmer Chaon Taiupok in Ayutthaya, about 80km north of Bangkok.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Pitfalls on path to peace A spate of violence in the deep South has returned -- with a vengeance.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Govt works with FBI on global crime Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reaffirmed Thailand's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and international law enforcement partners to tackle transnational crime and emerging cyber threats.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 BJT threatens action over land row The ruling Bhumjaithai Party has vowed legal action against anyone spreading false information about the Khao Kradong land dispute, accusing critics of politically motivated attacks on the party and its leaders.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Phiphat extortion row widens A social media controversy involving allegations of an attempted monthly extortion of 5 million baht from Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has triggered political debate, drawing reactions from Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and veteran political commentator Sondhi Limthongkul.
Bangkok Post · Jun 10 Situation 'fragile' at border as Chinese tanks arrive The situation along the Thai-Cambodian border remains fragile, but is still under control, says National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Chatchai Bangchuad.