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Politics · National NewsOn Feb. 8 Thai voters will cast three ballots—constituency, party-list and a charter referendum. Civic groups urge an ID scan to shorten queues, boost turnout.
National NewsThailand's New Year roads have already claimed 145 lives and 769 injuries. Discover extra patrols, tech fixes and midnight driving tips to keep travellers safe.
National News · TourismGet the latest on the calm—but closely watched—Thai-Cambodia border at Preah Vihear. Practical tips for tourists, traders and farmers before you travel.
National News · PoliticsAfter deadly shelling in Sisaket, Thailand submits a war-crimes dossier to the ICC accusing Cambodia, as border violence threatens trade and Thai tourism.
National News · PoliticsThailand-Cambodia border ceasefire holds; Thai travellers avoid the 50-km zone, heed travel advice and prepare for possible flare-up in 2026. Stay updated.
Politics · National NewsThailand's dual ballot on Feb 8 lets voters elect MPs and decide on a new constitution. Overseas registration runs Jan 3-5 for expat voters.
Politics · National NewsOver 1 million Thais, including 82,000 overseas, have registered for early voting in February's election. Sign up online, by mail or in person before 5 Jan.
Politics · National NewsThailand's 8 Feb 2024 election is set: 3,526 constituency hopefuls, 1,570 party-list bids and 94 PM nominees face vetting—see key timelines before voting day.
Economy · National NewsFind out how Thailand’s Khon La Khrueng co-pay scheme pumped 84 billion baht into neighborhood shops, left 2 billion unspent, and what shoppers and SMEs should expect next.