Category: General

Chonlanan Views Prime Minister’s Actions as Threatening to Opposition

Bangkok: Chonlanan sees the Prime Minister as challenging and threatening the opposition, with the potential to review and amend the constitutional drafting committee’s selection formula. He suggested the possibility of extending the censure motion submission period and expressed readiness to cancel the constitutional amendment board if desired outcomes are not

Italy Set to Face Northern Ireland in 2026 World Cup Play-Off

Rome: Italy, the four-time world champions, will face Northern Ireland in the European play-offs for the 2026 World Cup, which will be played in March next year. According to Thai News Agency, the International Football Federation (FIFA) has drawn the 2026 World Cup playoffs to determine the final six teams

Sihasak Attends EU-Indo-Pacific Meeting to Discuss Transnational Crime Resolution

Brussels: Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Minister of Foreign Affairs, is attending the 4th EU INDO-PACIFIC Ministerial Forum (IPMF) in Brussels, Belgium, from November 20-21, 2025. During the EU-ASEAN Ministerial Lunch, he highlighted the importance of regional cooperation and multilateralism in the face of geopolitical volatility and global economic challenges. Mr. Sihasak addressed

Over 10,000 Businesses Join Upskill-Reskill Initiative to Embrace Digital Economy

Bangkok: Strong momentum is evident as more than 10,000 businesses are actively engaging in efforts to strengthen their upskill and reskill programs, aiming to thrive in the evolving digital economy. According to Thai News Agency, an initiative called “Half-Half Plus” is part of the government’s strategy to boost competitiveness among

Mourners Gather to Pay Respects to Queen Sirikit’s Royal Remains

Bangkok: People continue to pay their respects to the royal corpse. Representatives from various agencies and the general public continuously paid their respects to the Royal Remains of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother. According to Thai News Agency, this morning, at Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall in the

Criminal Court Extends Appeal Period in Thaksin L¨se-Majest© Case

Bangkok: The Criminal Court has approved a request from the prosecutor to extend the appeal period by another 30 days in the high-profile l¨se-majest© case involving former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The case, which has drawn significant attention, concerns charges of defamation of the monarchy under Section 112 of the

Employment Decline in Q3 2025 Highlights Economic Challenges

Bangkok: The National Statistical Office reported a decline in the number of people employed in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting a continued economic slowdown. Employment is being reduced, and technology is being used, with the private sector slowing down investment. It recommends developing skills and promoting the industrial sector

Preparations for ASEAN Para Games Progressing Smoothly, Says SAT Governor

Nakhon ratchasima: Dr. Kongsak Yodmanee, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), has revealed that preparations for the 13th ASEAN Para Games are advancing as planned. Thailand is set to host the prestigious event from January 20-26, 2026, in Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Dr. Kongsak expressed satisfaction with the current