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The men were moved to immigration detention in Bangkok after a royal pardon. Thailand’s security chief said the court would decide their case
Thailand’s tourism industry fears Chinese arrivals could decline by 20% in November and December following a safety advisory, as ATTA calls for urgent government action
Automotive firms represented by the US-Asean Business Council (USABC) reaffirmed plans to maintain and expand investment in Thailand, retaining the country as a key global vehicle manufacturing and export base
More than 400 private hospitals in Thailand will switch from paper to a government online system for birth forms, a move aimed at fake-father nationality schemes
With 78 domestic routes and 12 links to Laos, the operator is ready to adjust the number of departures on each route to meet passenger demand
Thailand has banned a textbook about the country on national security grounds, with the book’s exiled editor saying on Thursday that it was outlawed over its content on the monarchy
Amnesty International has urged Thailand not to return two detained Uyghur men to China, warning that they could face torture or enforced disappearance. Thailand’s National Security Council (NSC), meanwhile, says the men face Chinese arrest warrants and that any extradition must follow legal proc
Adviser says Thailand must build trust across security, economy and technology, and show results after hosting the IMF–World Bank meetings
Thailand’s National Security Council is considering a national food reserve as it rates a prolonged but contained Middle East war the most likely of four scenarios
Foreign visitors spent THB1.24 trillion in Thailand from January to October 2026, down 2.85% year on year. Arrivals from China rose 12.44% to 4.24 million
Zhang Weiwei tells The Standard forum Thailand should shift from low-cost assembly to green and digital industry, with Chinese investment to share know-how
Early intervention for children with special needs, the need for qualified teachers and students’ reliance on artificial intelligence featured in the ministerial talks
The Tourism Authority of Thailand launched the "Scan Thailand Pay Like A Local" campaign, promoting cross-border QR payments for tourists, enhancing digital transactions, convenience, and revenue for local businesses
Five Uyghurs detained in Thailand since 2014 are subject to Chinese arrest warrants, the kingdom’s security chief said on Wednesday, adding that a court would decide if they would be returned to China
Industrial waste inspections reached 171 factories in two days as Thailand considered using anti-money-laundering laws against illegal dumping networks
Prime Minister tells The Standard forum that energy security, new economic engines and skills must be matched by a more constructive political culture
The Thai government plans a pilot special regime for Khao San and Rambuttri roads to improve nightlife venue compliance, addressing outdated zoning laws and promoting legal operations in Bangkok
Forty Thai companies are recognized in Fortune's 2026 Southeast Asia Best Companies to Work For, based on responses from 1.3 million employees
The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) remains on alert for major cyber-attacks in Thailand and is coordinating with the National Security Council (NSC) to share threat intelligence and risk assessments, while urging critical infrastructure operators to address vulnerabilities and strengthen a
Excise taxes on fully imported BEVs and REEVs will increase to 35% starting in January, closing the price gap between foreign-built vehicles and locally assembled models
US officials describe the Qeshm Island strikes as defensive, while Iran threatens retaliation and Trump leaves open both a deal and further attacks
Thailand suspends new Type 105 and 106 waste factory licences as Industry Minister Varawut Silpa-archa orders 3,049 inspections within a year, starting in five provinces
The NAN–SAGAG section of L770 is forecast to save airlines over THB40.5 million in fuel costs and cut carbon dioxide emissions by 2,561 tonnes annually
Thailand requires social media platforms to verify advertisers from November 1, 2026, to curb scam ads and help trace those behind paid promotions
January–October arrivals fell 4.59% year on year, while long-haul visitors rose 13.60% week on week as the winter holiday season approached
Damage to Hormuz cables would not automatically stop PromptPay in Thailand, although mobile banking could face connection problems
Police allege Fupay and Taobao Thailand offered unlicensed yuan exchange and Alipay transfers, with links to cybercrime accounts
Thailand wants to become a regional artificial intelligence (AI) medical hub by developing AI models tailored to Southeast Asian populations and turning decades of clinical research into advances in precision medicine, drug discovery and cancer treatment
The Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2026 offers free celebrations featuring cultural performances, ceremonies, and cuisine across three provinces