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‘Bangkok Vote’ campaign aims to spur turnout

More than 700 Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) officials and staff gathered on Tuesday to pledge their commitment to a transparent, fair and politically neutral governor election amid concerns by incumbent governor Chadchart Sittipunt about voter turnout on June 28.

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Chinese human trafficking gangster arrested in Bangkok

Police arrested a Chinese national, an alleged leader of a human trafficking syndicate, at a hotel in Bangkok’s Din Daeng district on Tuesday.

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Thailand Urged to Prepare for Sustainable Global Trade

Bangkok, 28 May 2026 — Thailand has a significant opportunity to strengthen its position in global markets by preparing for emerging sustainability requirements, according to Timo Menniken, Country Director of GIZ Thailand, at the Policy Recommendation Announcement and Handover Ceremony of the FIT for FAIR Project in Bangkok.

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Informa Markets and Thailand's Health Ministry Join Forces To Deliver a Successful Edition of International Healthcare Week 2026 in Bangkok

BANGKOK, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Informa Markets joins forces with Thailand's Department of Health Service Support (DHSS) to unveil International Healthcare Week 2026, a transformative regional healthcare platform that will elevate Thailand's position as a world-leading medical and wellness hub and catalyze new waves of investment, innovation, and international…

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Retail sector shifts into new growth phase

Bangkok's retail market has entered a new phase of transformation in 2026 as developers increasingly focus on transit-oriented destinations, experiential offerings and asset repositioning to maintain competitiveness amid a fresh wave of supply.

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'Hiding In The Light' opens at Richard Koh Fine Art

Art lovers are invited to explore the perceptual and material relationship between light, transparency and space during "Hiding In The Light", which is running at Richard Koh Fine Art Bangkok until July 11.

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Did Gen Z stop drinking?

The mocktail menu used to be an afterthought, three items at the bottom of the drinks list sitting between the soft drinks and the water, there for the pregnant woman at the table and nobody else. Bangkok's better bars now treat the zero-proof section with the same attention as the…

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One million baht in unregistered cat feed, drugs seized

Police and food and drug officials seized unregistered cat feed and medicine worth an estimated one million baht in Wang Thonglang district of Bangkok on Monday.

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High-tide flood warning for 3 main roads, including major route south

Drivers using three main roads, including the major highway linking Bangkok and southern provinces, are warned of possible surface flooding due to high tides from Monday to Thursday.

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Manufacturing Expo 2026 Set to Transform ASEAN Manufacturing

Bangkok, 28 May 2026 – Thailand’s manufacturing sector is facing a new wave of challenges and pressure. RX BITEC therefore invites entrepreneurs and manufacturers from around the world to join in transforming production through innovations at Manufacturing Expo 2026 , ASEAN’s most comprehensive machinery and technology event for manufacturing and…

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Automatic train braking planned for Bangkok's deadly level crossing

The Transport Ministry plans to install an automatic train braking system at Bangkok’s most deadly level crossing within six months, and expand the system to the capital

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Policeman kills taxi motorcyclist, wounds 2 others, in dispute over fare

An off-duty policeman allegedly shot dead one taxi motorcyclist and wounded two others during an argument over a fare, in Bangkok

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Waste, street food in focus as poll nears

Bangkok governor candidate Chadchart Sittipunt on Saturday pledged to expand community waste separation centres across the capital, while two rivals campaigned on boosting the city's street food economy.

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Automatic train braking planned for Bangkok's lethal level crossing

The Transport Ministry plans to install an automatic train braking system at Bangkok’s most lethal level crossing within six months, and expand the system to the capital's other railway crossings within two years.

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Policeman kills taxi motorcyclist, wounds 2 others, in dispute over fare

An off-duty policeman allegedly shot dead one taxi motorcyclist and wounded two others during an argument over a fare, in Bangkok's Din Daeng district early Sunday morning.

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Elderly airport has a few tales to tell

There was an interesting article in the Bangkok Post by Komsan Jandamit which suggested that Don Mueang airport is "looking weary" these days and suffering from wear and tear. Judging from readers' comments many agreed with this observation and suggested it could perhaps do with sprucing up.

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Man held for live pet scam

A 28-year-old Chinese man wanted in China for an alleged investment fraud involving a live-pet business has been arrested in Bangkok.

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Two Chinese nabbed in nominee bust

Police have arrested two Chinese nationals following coordinated raids on suspected nominee-linked property networks at five locations across Bangkok.

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4 held after hi-speed chase

Three Chinese nationals and a Thai driver were arrested in Bangkok after a dramatic cross-provincial pursuit by Highway Police.

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'Agong' claims yet to make a dent

Former Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt remains the overwhelming favourite to win another term, but the closing weeks of the campaign have become increasingly dominated by questions over transparency and accountability.

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Mourners line Bangkok streets to pay respects to Thailand’s Princess Bha

Funeral procession travels to palace as people remember royal’s campaigning and work for underprivileged

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Murder-dismemberment suspect arrested in Yangon

A Myanmar national suspected of killing and dismembering his wife, whose body was found stuffed inside a plastic box at an apartment in Bangkok, has been arrested in Yangon.

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Huawei Cloud Becomes Thailand's First with Government-Recognized HCCDX Certification Program

BANGKOK, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei Cloud Thailand has officially received a recognition for its HUAWEI CLOUD Developer Certification (HCCDX) from Thailand Professional Qualification Institute (TPQI), marking a major milestone in advancing Thailand's digital workforce development.Huawei Cloud is the first cloud vendor in Thailand to achieve this government-recognized certification…

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Sunday at Khlong Tan: Railside stalls serve rare Thai delicacies

Discover one of Bangkok’s lesser‑known gems: the Khlong Tan Railway Market, also known as the Lao Market. Tucked along active tracks in the heart of the city, this lively food hub requires vendors and visitors to stay alert and step back safely whenever a train approaches. Stalls brim with authentic…

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Chadchart eyes ageing society

Former Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has outlined a broad policy agenda aimed at preparing the capital for a rapidly ageing society while continuing efforts to curb PM2.5 pollution, as he remains the frontrunner in the race for the city's top job.

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