Day: June 25, 2025

‘Foreign Affairs Committee’ Discusses Border Issue, Reiterates Not Accepting the Jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice

Bangkok: The ‘Foreign Affairs Committee’ has addressed the ongoing border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, firmly maintaining that Thailand does not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in these matters. Instead, the committee is advocating for peaceful negotiations and criticizing Cambodian leaders for actions perceived as

Gen. Prawit Signs Petition for No Confidence Motion Against Prime Minister

Bangkok: Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan has joined in signing a petition aimed at censuring the Prime Minister, citing concerns over the government’s use of power and its potential impact on national sovereignty. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Paiboon Nititawan, secretary-general of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), stated that Gen. Prawit,

Supachai Criticizes Pheu Thai’s Cannabis Policy as Repetition of Past Announcement

Bangkok: Mr. Supachai Jaisamut, a leading figure in the Bhumjaithai Party, expressed his concerns over the latest announcement by Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin of the Ministry of Public Health regarding controlled herbs, specifically cannabis, in 2025. Supachai questioned the originality of the announcement, suggesting that it closely mirrors the cannabis policy

Prime Minister Aims to Elevate Thai Music Industry with Global Festival Plans

Bangkok: The Prime Minister of Thailand has unveiled plans to host world-class music festivals in the country, signaling a major push to elevate the Thai music industry. The initiative follows discussions with executives from Tomorrowland Co., Ltd., and aims to transform Thailand into a World Event Destination. According to Thai

PM Joins Celebration of 249th Anniversary of US Independence Day

Samut Prakan: The Prime Minister joins the celebration of the 249th anniversary of the United States Independence Day. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister, was accompanied by several key government officials including Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and Mr. Maris Sengiampong,

Khlong Luek Checkpoint Sees Unusual Quiet as Border Remains Closed

Khlong Luek: This morning, the Khlong Luek checkpoint was unusually quiet. The recent concession allowing stranded Thai and Cambodian nationals to cross the border back to their hometowns has led to a subdued atmosphere on the Thai side of the checkpoint. Despite this, some Cambodians remain at the checkpoint, hopeful