Tracking national news for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Health · National NewsNo confirmed PQ.2.1.11 cases in Thailand. Airports maintain standard screening despite unverified China reports. What residents should do instead of worrying.
Health · National NewsLong COVID linked to brain fog, cognitive decline, and 80% higher seizure risk. New diagnostic biomarkers show 85% accuracy. Treatment options available in Thailand.
National News · EconomyThai Army recruiting 800 volunteers for 2026: ฿8,000-9,000 net monthly pay, 4-year contracts, education benefits & fast promotion for graduates. Apply.
Tourism · National NewsThailand ended warning-only traffic enforcement April 1, 2026. Pattaya drivers now face 20,000 baht fines, but residents say crossings remain unsafe.
Economy · National NewsIran's Hormuz blockade drives oil to $120/barrel, raising Thailand fuel costs 8%. How the 2026 crisis impacts your bills and what's next for residents.
Immigration · National News12 Vietnamese nationals arrested at Si Sa Ket border after escaping Cambodia cybercrime compounds. What Thailand residents should know about border security implications.
Immigration · National NewsThai Army detained 12 Vietnamese nationals fleeing forced labor in Cambodia's scam industry. Learn how fake job ads trap workers and the border crisis impact.
Economy · National NewsThailand-Myanmar Second Friendship Bridge resumes after 9-month closure. Mae Sot exporters regain access to crucial trade route, but risks remain uncertain.
Sports · National NewsIOC completes inspection of Thailand's 2030 Youth Olympics venues in Bangkok and Chon Buri. Final host city decision expected June 2026.