BANGKOK, May 19th, 2025 – The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather advisory warning of intensified rainfall and thunderstorms across Thailand until early June as the southwest monsoon strengthens over the region. The announcement signals the full onset of the annual rainy season, which typically lasts from May to October. Thailand Braces for […]
BANGKOK – Thailand’s COVID-19 situation continues to worsen, with health authorities reporting 31,688 new infections between May 11 and 17, extending an 11-week upward trend in cases. The latest figures have sparked concerns about potential underreporting and renewed calls for public vigilance. Resurgence of covid in Thailand no cause for alarm Dr. Thira Woratanarat, a […]
The government has launched a nationwide crackdown on counterfeit luxury goods and intellectual property violations to restore consumer confidence and strengthen its case for removal from the United States Trade Representative (USTR)’s Watch List. The campaign also supports Thailand’s legal obligations under global trade agreements and addresses growing concerns over online and offline sales of […]
BANGKOK, May 20 – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will visit the United Kingdom and Monaco this week in a strategic push to strengthen Thailand’s global influence through tourism, cuisine, and sports diplomacy. Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra orders a major review of the visa waiver policy The five-day trip, running from May 21st to 25th, […]
BANGKOK, May 16, 2025 — Thailand has rolled out stricter oversight of short-term educational programs for foreign students, closing loopholes that allowed some to misuse study visas for unauthorized employment. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) announced the new measures, which took effect on May 14th, targeting courses lasting 180 days […]
HANOI, May 15 – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra commenced a high-profile visit to Vietnam today, marking a significant step in enhancing bilateral economic cooperation between the two Southeast Asian nations. The Prime Minister, leading a delegation of senior officials including ministers of transport, foreign affairs, tourism, and finance, was warmly received by Vietnamese authorities […]
The Thai baht is projected to weaken further this week, potentially sliding to 33.80 against the US dollar, as the greenback gains strength following a temporary easing in the US-China tariff dispute. However, analysts warn that the currency is likely to remain volatile in the near term. Thai baht hits 19-month high against USD today […]
The Constitutional Court issued an injunction today, relieving Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong of his duty and authority to supervise the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and his service as the vice chairman of the Special Case Board. DSI suspects proxy shareholdings in Chinese builder of collapsed skyscraper The court’s injunction comes as the DSI and […]
