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Customs seize 1,000 Apple phones
TAK: Customs officers have seized 1,000 second-hand Apple phones worth more than 7 million baht suspected of being smuggled into Myanmar.
China study trip 'fraud' sparks probe
Education Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong has ordered a seven-day investigation into an alleged case of fraud involving a China study trip and an Obec official who left 62 students and eight teachers stranded, causing 2.4 million baht in losses.
Flood victims to get B10.5bn
The cabinet has approved 10.5 billion baht in central budget funding for fiscal 2027 to compensate flood victims, as the government introduces financial, tax and insurance measures to help affected households, farmers and businesses.
Facebook accounts for 74% of online shopping scams
Facebook accounted for nearly three-quarters of reported online shopping scams in Thailand last week, with clothing, vehicles and travel services the most targeted categories, the Anti Cyber Scam Center (ACSC) reported.
Potash mines aim to cut import reliance
The Industry Ministry is pushing potash mining projects to reduce dependence on fertiliser imports and generate more than 30 billion baht in annual export revenue.
Campus shift plans set to go ahead
Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Minister Yodchanan Wongsawat has confirmed plans to relocate Uthenthawai Campus despite student protests, pledging support to minimise disruption during the 90-day transition.
AG issues guidelines for reviewing amnesty cases
The attorney-general has issued guidelines for prosecutors nationwide to review cases potentially eligible for political amnesty under the Peaceful Society Promotion Act 2026, with eligible cases to be terminated in accordance with the law.
‘Poster child’: why more Chinese firms have Thailand in their expansion plans
With domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China’s firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative markets. In this series, we examine China Inc.’s next phase of “going global” and the complex, challenging international environment its companies have chosen to enter. A subtle shift is taking place among Chinese businesses as they adopt a “China plus one” outlook and redirect domestic investments to neighbouring economies – a...
Klatham future prompts rumours
The possibility of the Klatham Party joining the Bhumjaithai-led coalition after next week's no-confidence debate has fuelled speculation about a cabinet reshuffle.
Europe unrest spurs warning
Thai embassies in Europe have warned Thai nationals to remain vigilant amid planned protests linked to the cost of living, employment and education, urging them to avoid high-risk areas and monitor local advisories.