Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsChon Buri journalist attacked at home with police inaction raising concerns. Learn how press threats escalate and what it means for foreign residents in Thailand.
Tourism · PoliticsKoh Larn water crisis forces Pattaya Council action as prices quadruple to ฿1,200. Direct funding from ฿1.7B reserves could bypass 4-year delay. 20,000 tourists affected.
Politics · EconomyKing and Queen's historic Laos visit March 2026 marks new trade era. Learn about the new bridge opening, business opportunities, and border changes.
Politics · EconomyVietnam arrests journalist Le Anh Hung under Article 117 charges. What this press freedom crackdown means for regional stability and Thai residents.
National News · PoliticsThai police capture 51-year-old contract killer with 12+ alleged murders hiding in treehouse near Nakhon Si Thammarat-Surat Thani border. Details on arrest.
Economy · Politics2,000 Cambodia gas stations closed as fuel crisis drives diesel prices up 33%. Thailand border residents face supply strain—what expats need to know now.
Economy · PoliticsUS Section 301 probe targets Thai manufacturing capacity. Could reshape export costs, investment climate & supply chains. Timeline, sectors & business implications.
Politics · National NewsFormer Rayong MP faces 1-year prison, 20-year ban, and ฿8.2M bill after running despite theft conviction. What this means for candidates and voters in Thailand.
Politics · EconomyThailand's parliament reconvenes March 14. Coalition holds fragile majority. Super License law and welfare expansion could reshape business and living costs for residents.