Pheu Thai survives dissolution bid

The Pheu Thai Party has managed to fend off an attempt to disband it, after the Election Commission (EC) threw out a petition to investigate the party’s decision to field a candidate who was involved in a corruption case in a local election last year. Thai Constitutional Court to rule on Move Forward’s dissolution on […]

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Thailand Eases Alcohol Ban on Buddhist Holidays in Select Locations

Thailand, March 4th, 2025 — Digital Economy Minister Prasert Chantraruangthong, chair of the National Alcohol Policy Committee, announced proposed amendments to Thailand’s alcohol laws, aligning them with the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025 campaign. Thailand considers lifting alcohol ban on afternoons and religious days While the ban on alcohol sales during five […]

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Thai students’ hairstyle regulations unconstitutional

The Supreme Administrative Court ruled today that the Education Ministry’s ‘Regulation 2’ regarding student’s hairstyles, issued in 1975 in line with ‘Announcement 132’ of the Revolutionary Council, is inappropriate and unconstitutional, because it infringes on students’ bodily autonomy. Indonesian Court Issues Landmark Ruling in Favor of Religious Freedom The ruling, which is effective immediately, states […]

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Thai Film Industry Celebrates Talent at FILMART 2025

The Ministry of Culture, under Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, is leading a delegation of 38 Thai film and television companies to the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) 2025, taking place from March 17 to 20. The event provides a global platform for Thai filmmakers, producers, and distributors to showcase their work, secure international […]

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Thailand, Qatar Sign Visa Waiver Agreement

Thailand and Qatar have signed an agreement to waive visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and official or special passports. The agreement was signed on March 3 by Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. Thailand Wants […]

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