Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsThailand’s Election Commission sticks to Jan 3–5 registration window for Feb 8 referendum, leaving overseas and out-of-district voters unable to cast ballots.
Economy · National NewsThai drivers face pump-price swings as US action on Venezuelan crude reshapes supply. Bangkok readies Oil Fund, tax cuts & reserves to stabilise Thai fuel prices
National News · PoliticsA stray Cambodian mortar at the Thai-Cambodian border near Preah Vihear injured a Thai soldier. Bangkok presses Phnom Penh for an apology, probe and safeguards.
National News · HealthThailand’s New Year holiday left 207 dead and 1,100 injured in 5 days. Discover the worst-hit provinces, main risk factors and expert tips for safer Thai road trips.
National News · EconomySchools along Thailand’s northeast border have reopened under a new Cambodia truce, with 80–95% attendance, emergency drills and trauma counselling for pupils.
National NewsNonthaburi topped Thailand’s New Year drink-driving sweep with 290 arrests. Fines reach ฿100,000 and repeat offenders face up to 2 years in jail—plan a sober ride home.
National News · PoliticsA Cambodian mortar round strikes Ubon Ratchathani on the Thai-Cambodian border, lightly injuring a Thai soldier. Bangkok lodges a protest as villages stay on high alert—find out what’s next.
Immigration · National NewsThailand boosts security at Chanthaburi’s Ban Laem crossing after 162 Thais repatriated from Cambodia amid scam crackdown. Prepare for stricter checks.
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.