Thai PM Denies Trade Deals with China in Uyghur Repatriation
Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra firmly denied allegations of a trade deal with China in exchange for repatriating Uyghur detainees, emphasizing that "people are not commodities."
Thailand Defends Deportation of Uyghurs Amid Western Criticism
Thailand has found itself at the center of diplomatic tensions after deporting 40 Uyghurs back to China, drawing sharp criticism from Western nations while defending its decision as a necessary legal action.
Thailand Deports 40 Uyghurs to China Despite Human Rights Concerns
Thai officials have confirmed the deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China on Thursday, ending an 11-year detention period that had been the subject of international scrutiny and human rights concerns.
Thailand’s Interest Rate Journey: From Military Rule to Current Government
Thailand's central bank has lowered its policy interest rate to 2.00%, marking the latest chapter in the country's monetary policy evolution spanning multiple administrations.
‘Blue Senate’ Probe Sparks Power Struggle in Thai Government
Thailand's political landscape is being rattled by an escalating confrontation between the Ministry of Justice and the Senate's majority faction as investigators probe allegations of widespread vote manipulation
Chinese Minister Apologizes for Overzeal in Thai Anti-Scam Ops
China's Vice Public Security Minister Liu Zhongyi apologized for creating misunderstandings about sovereignty during anti-scam operations in Thailand, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai revealed
Thailand’s Reform Agenda Stalls as ‘Blue Network’ Consolidates Power
The recent collapse of joint parliamentary sessions on February 13-14 highlights the increasingly difficult path to amending Thailand's 2017 military-era constitution.
Thailand Considers Lifting Afternoon Alcohol Sales Ban to Boost Tourism
The directive issued by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra at the cabinet meeting on February 11 is widely discussed in the Thai public. It instructs the relevant authorities to examine the possibility of lifting the ban on alcohol sales
Thailand Sets Six-Month Timeline for Myanmar Border Power Cut, Begins Review
The Thai government has set a six-month timeframe for its power cut measure along the Thai-Myanmar border, part of its crackdown on scam networks and drug-related crime.
Thai MP Faces Arrest Warrant Over Sexual Assault of Taiwanese Tourist
Chaiyamphawan Manpianjit, a 35-year-old Bangkok MP, faces new and more serious sexual misconduct allegations as the Chiang Mai Provincial Court has issued an arrest warrant for allegedly raping a Taiwanese tourist.
