Politics · EconomyThailand's Bhumjaithai Aims to Lead, Promises Regional Upgrades
Discover how Bhumjaithai’s premiership bid may reshape provincial budgets, transport links and investor perks across Thailand. See what it means for you in 2025.
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Environment · EconomyDebris Cleared, Hat Yai Bustles Amid Delayed Relief and Monsoon Risk
After record floods in Hat Yai, Thailand, streets are clear but families await ฿9,000 payouts as another monsoon looms. Track cleanup progress and aid updates.
National News · EconomyGlobal Fleets Free in Gulf of Thailand; Thai Ships Face Tighter Security
International fleets can still sail the Gulf of Thailand, but Thai-flagged ships face stricter inspections near Cambodia. See how shippers must adapt.
Tourism · EconomyCurfew Lifted in Trat: Flights and Buses Resume, Fees Waived, Hotel Deals
Trat's curfew lift restores evening flights and buses. Bangkok Airways waives change fees and hotels slash rates up to 50%. Plan your trip today, but stay alert for possible renewed restrictions.
Economy · PoliticsThailand Halts Fuel at Chong Mek to Block Cambodia Smuggling, Stranding Traders
The Thai army’s sudden fuel freeze at Chong Mek has stranded 100+ tankers, squeezed Laos supplies and rattled border livelihoods—find out how it could raise prices and heighten Thai-Cambodian tensions.
Economy · TourismThailand Waives Expressway Tolls Over New Year to Ease Travel and Freight
Drive toll-free on Bang Na–Chonburi & Bang Phli–Suksawat expressways Dec 30–Jan 5. Enjoy smoother New Year travel and lower freight costs—plan your route today.
Politics · EconomyThai Senators Push to Scrap Cambodia Gas Accord, Threatening Energy Supply
Thai senators urge scrapping the 2001 Cambodia gas MoU, risking US$10 billion in Gulf reserves and national energy security — see what Cabinet decides next.
Economy · TourismBorder Tensions Stall Thai–Cambodian Fuel, Farm Trade; Chong Mek to Reopen Soon
Border skirmishes at Chong Mek have halted farm exports, delaying Thai–Cambodian trade. Officials expect the checkpoint to reopen in days, easing backlogs.
Politics · EconomyCambodian Rockets Rip Through Thai Border, Injure Residents and Freeze Trade
Pre-dawn Cambodian rockets injured Thai border villagers, forced 400,000 to evacuate and halted border trade. Get the latest safety advisories and evacuation updates here.