Corrections officials to meet Thaksin as he leaves Police General Hospital

Convicted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be handed over to officials from the Corrections Department when he is discharged from the Police General Hospital, tentatively this Sunday, said Pol Col Sirikul Srisa-nga, spokesperson for the hospital. Rally against Thaksin Shinawatra’s release, warning of larger protests She said that the hospital is yet to be […]

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Thai Airways confirms order for 45 Boeing aircrafts

Thai Airways International confirmed on Wednesday that it had placed an order with Boeing for at least 45 aircraft, giving the US planemaker a much-needed boost as it grapples with intense scrutiny following an accident on an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this year. Thai Airways Targets 2025 Relisting THAI, emerging from a major restructuring, said […]

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Australian Governor-General Begins Historic Thailand Visit

Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia David Hurley, along with his wife Linda Hurley, began a significant five-day official visit to Thailand on Tuesday (Feb 13). The trip marks the first visit by an Australian governor-general to Thailand in seven years, underscoring the enduring ties between the two countries. Thailand-Australia ties strengthen The government’s welcoming […]

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Health Minister Addresses Drug Policy Critique

BANGKOK (NNT) – Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, Minister of Public Health, stated that his ministry undertook a meticulous process in adjusting the ministerial regulation regarding drug possession. Possession of more than 5 meth pills in Thailand to constitute dealing The statement was made in response to criticisms following the adjustment. Under the current regulation, individuals possessing […]

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Blinken backs Thai proposal for humanitarian corridor in Myanmar

WASHINGTON (NNT) – US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has expressed support for Thailand’s proposal to establish a humanitarian corridor along its border with Myanmar, highlighting Thailand’s crucial role in the region. The support came during discussions with Foreign Affairs Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara where they covered security, economic issues, and Thailand’s humanitarian efforts concerning the […]

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Thai Government Delays Proposed Recreational Cannabis Ban to Seek More Input

The proposed legislation that would ban recreational cannabis use in Thailand has been delayed by the government to gather further public feedback, according to Public Health Minister Cholnan Srikaew. Thai cabinet has a new cannabis bill in hand Following Tuesday’s cabinet meeting, Minister Cholnan announced that the Ministry of Public Health requires more time to […]

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