Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsKnow the five criminal offences Pattaya voters face on June 28. Penalties include 20-year voting bans, jail time, and fines. Essential guide for residents.
Politics · National NewsXi Jinping pledges new security partnership with Cambodia. Understand implications for Thailand residents, regional stability, and cross-border crime cooperation.
Politics · National NewsJune 28 Bangkok governor election decides city's traffic AI systems and waste management through 2030. What residents need to know about the proposals.
Politics · National NewsElection Commission faces September deadline on 229-person Senate collusion case. Video evidence, leaked recordings reveal coordination scheme. What happens next matters for rule of law.
Politics · National News4.5 billion baht fraud scheme exposed in Thailand's local government hiring. Learn how the scandal affects 438,000 job seekers and what happens next.
Immigration · PoliticsOver 1,862 Thai nationals repatriated from Myanmar scam centers. Learn how criminal networks recruit, what to avoid, and stay safe near borders.
Politics · EconomyParliament approves 10.32B baht budget transfer amid opposition warnings of minimal impact and concerns over hidden liabilities and future borrowing plans.
Politics · National NewsCambodia's Supreme Court upholds 14-year prison sentences for two photojournalists convicted of treason for documenting a disputed military zone during the Thailand border conflict.
Economy · PoliticsThailand ends customs executive bonuses in 2026 to combat corruption and meet OECD standards, improving transparency for importers and foreign investors.