Thai PM Defends Mommy Role Ahead of No-Confidence Debate
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra addressed media questions on March 19 regarding criticism from opposition members. She had been criticized for playing with her children
Thai Lower House Approves Bill to Ease Alcohol Advertising Restrictions
The Thai House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed a new Alcohol Control Bill with a vote of 365-0, with three members not casting votes. The bill, which contained 38 sections, was approved
PM Paetongtarn Leads Nationwide War on E-Cigarettes
Thai Prime Minister has launched a nationwide crackdown on e-cigarettes, targeting major suppliers amid growing concerns about youth addiction and health risks,
State Department Imposes Sanctions on Thai Officials After Uyghur Men Are Deported to China
The State Department on Friday announced sanctions on an unknown number of current and former Thai officials for their role in deporting at least 40 Uyghur men to China despite worries
“PM’s Father” Responds to Thai Opposition Ahead of Censure Debate
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra responded to opposition attacks on Friday evening during a business forum, addressing accusations that have made him a target for over a week and are expected to intensify during the upcoming no-confidence debate in parliament.
Thai Govt Approves 10,000 Baht Digital Cash for 2.7M Youths
At the first meeting of the Economic Stimulus Policy Committee 2025, the government approved the distribution of 10,000 baht in digital cash to 2.7 million young people between the ages of 16 and 20.
Thai Senate Election Probe Focuses on Money Laundering First
The Special Cases Committee's decision to authorize a Department of Special Investigation (DSI) probe into alleged money laundering in the 2024 Senate elections has created political tensions across multiple fronts, with senators feeling targeted
US Says Multiple Offers Were Made to Resettle Uyghurs Before Thailand Deported Them Back...
The United States and other countries made repeated offers to Thailand to resettle more than three dozen Uyghur men before they were deported back to China, where rights groups fear they may face torture and other abuse, the U.S. State Department said Friday.
Thai PBS Removes Controversial Article Praising the Dictatorship
Thai PBS, Thailand's public broadcaster, has removed a controversial article that presented a one-sided view and appeared to glorify dictatorial leaders without mentioning the severe negative impacts that continue to affect Thai politics today.
Thai Gen Y PM Prepares Defense Against No-Confidence Debate
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra addressed questions about the upcoming no-confidence debate scheduled for March, which unusually targets her alone rather than multiple cabinet ministers.
