Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsNew Sadao-Bukit Kayu Hitam crossing opens July 11, promising 20-minute clearance vs 45 minutes. Faster trade benefits exporters, but Samnak Kham shops face risk.
Economy · National NewsThailand DSI shuts down massive forex fraud ring after questioning 100 victims. Learn red flags, how to file complaints with DSI, and recover lost funds. ฿65M seized.
National News · ImmigrationPolice arrest Phayao logistics coordinator in Thai Airways heroin smuggling ring to Australia. Network used Facebook to recruit flight crew as drug couriers.
National News · TourismHighway 1314 shut down due to dangerous land subsidence. Residents, tourists, and expats: know alternatives, hazards, and the 1586 hotline for updates.
Economy · National NewsThailand's richest family: How Red Bull built the Yoovidhya's $47B fortune. What this wealth concentration means for Bangkok property, jobs & economy.
National News · PoliticsKanchanaburi principal faces criminal charges and pension forfeiture after 11 students report abuse. Multi-ministry response marks shift in Thai child protection.
Politics · National NewsHuai Khwang police ordered to remove dragon badge after social media storm over Chinese influence. What this means for Bangkok expats and residents.
Economy · National NewsNestlé invests ฿23 billion in Samut Prakan coffee plant. 520 jobs, ฿4.3bn annual local sourcing, and regional export hub by 2028. What it means for residents and job seekers.
National News · TourismCanadian man arrested after stealing Krabi Hospital ambulance in early morning incident. GPS tracking enabled quick recovery. Hospital reviews security protocols.