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Opposition leader Nattapong Ruangpanyawut urges Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra to dissolve parliament amid a political crisis sparked by a leaked audio clip. He warns of… Read More ›
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Thailand in chaos after leaked Paetongtarn audio praising Hun Sen sparks outrage. Bhumjaithai quits coalition, protests erupt, and pressure mounts on PM to resign. Allies… Read More ›
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Leaked call with Hun Sen plunges Thai PM Paetongtarn into political chaos—military stunned, coalition fractures, protests threatened and senators demand action. Critics say she betrayed… Read More ›
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Bhumjaithai Party leaders, including Deputy PM Anutin, are under investigation by the Election Commission over alleged Senate vote rigging involving 138 senators. The probe could… Read More ›
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Hun Sen threatens Thai protest leader Jatuporn with a sinister warning as Cambodia demands Thailand reopen all border crossings within 24 hours or face a… Read More ›
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Thailand begins talks with the US on tariffs as exports dip in June. The government seeks an extension to the July 8 deadline while cracking… Read More ›
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Top Thai business leaders warn Cambodia stands to lose most in border dispute as over 1 million migrant workers stay put in Thailand. Tourism collapse… Read More ›
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Cambodia files complaint against Thailand at ICJ over disputed border zones after indecisive talks. Tensions remain, border trade is dampened and nationalism rises. Both nations… Read More ›
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Deputy PM Anutin denies talks of losing Interior Ministry or a cabinet reshuffle. He vows to keep his post or lead Bhumjaithai into opposition. Amid… Read More ›
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King Power moves to quit duty-free contracts at Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Hat Yai airports over unsustainable fees. AOT hires consultants as the gauntlet is… Read More ›
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Cambodia stuns Thailand by sidelining border talks and pushing for an International Court of Justice (ICJ) case on disputed land. Troops mass near Sisaket, cultural… Read More ›
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NETA dealers demand clarity on unpaid subsidies as up to ฿400 million may be due to dealer network. They warn of a collapsing service network… Read More ›
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Rome wants Thailand to cut electricity and internet to Cambodian border zones to hit illegal networks and show strength ahead of the June 14 JBC… Read More ›
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Thailand greenlights direct flights to the US with full government backing. Minister Suriya leads efforts to boost tourism, trade and investment. Talks with US agencies… Read More ›
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Coalition fault lines deepen as PM Paetongtarn and Anutin share tense Surin trip amid Thai-Cambodia border fears, missed cabinet briefings and reshuffle rumours. Thaksin’s court… Read More ›
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Thailand’s economy faces a perfect storm of political deadlock, soaring debt, weak exports and rising deflation risks. With growth projected at just 1.4–1.8% in 2025… Read More ›
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Tensions rise as Bhumjaithai ministers arrive late and energy minister skips meeting amid Thai cabinet turmoil. Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces pressure over reshuffle and border… Read More ›
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Cambodian FM urges Thailand to settle border dispute at The Hague’s ICJ in advance of June 14th Joint Border Commission (JBC) meeting. Thailand refuses to… Read More ›
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Border standoff still poses danger. Thai troops hold firm on border controls despite Cambodian pullback near Chong Bok. Visas slashed to 7 days amid crackdown… Read More ›
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Cambodian troops pull back from the tense Chong Bok border, easing the crisis—but Thai PM’s image has taken a hit. Martial law, threatened power and… Read More ›
Royal Thai Army moves to halt free for all illegality that has long plagued the Thai-Cambodian border 
Pheu Thai and the People’s Party to talk about an Orange Red alliance to elect Chaikasem Nitisiri as PM 
American teacher arrested in Suphan Buri for sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl, a pupil in his class 
Anutin plays his hand for the Premiership, but only one thing is sure. Thailand is in a political crisis 
Acting PM Phumtham storms from critical Police Commission meeting over promotions controversy 
Pichai and Pheu Thai plan a seismic shift in Thailand’s economy, one that directly impacts foreign expat residents 
Lifeguards end up fighting for their own on Nai Harn Beach this Monday after Kuwaiti tourists saw red 
Sixth Thai soldier loses foot from new mine planted by Cambodia. Army commanders planning a response 
New boss at top Thai economic agency from October 1 at the same time as new Central Bank Governor 
AIDS/HIV temple at the centre of massive fraud and embezzlement as top monk disrobes and confesses 
Bolt driver in Phuket arrested for sexually assaulting young South African teacher, a female passenger 
Top Thammasat economist warns plan to import Sri Lankan migrant workers cannot replace Cambodians 
Thailand’s position recognised as Swedish Gripen Jets deal to be signed on Monday midday in Stockholm 
Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces her fate as she files closing argument and will be in court on Friday 
Insurgency erupts again in South with bold and brazen attacks on security forces shielded by border 
Tragedy, heartache and real pain off Phuket’s idyllic beaches as more die and the Blue Dragon threatens 
Thaksin’s lawyer warns appeal against the ex-PM’s acquittal on Friday must be based on significant points of law 
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