Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Immigration · PoliticsOver 1,862 Thai nationals repatriated from Myanmar scam centers. Learn how criminal networks recruit, what to avoid, and stay safe near borders.
National News · Politics42-year-old dies in Phitsanulok police cell hours after rape arrest. What went wrong with Thailand's detention monitoring—and your rights if detained.
Economy · PoliticsChina's 15th Five-Year Plan shifts to domestic demand, affecting Thailand's tourism, exports, investments, and supply chains—what residents need to know.
National News · PoliticsRTAF confirms June 22 F-16 night flights were routine monthly training exercises, not emergency operations. What this means for border province residents.
National News · PoliticsEmergency building inspections across Bangkok after deadly canopy collapses in June 2026. Learn how to report unsafe structures via Line OA and understand new safety requirements.
Tech · PoliticsU.S. deploys four autonomous solar drones to Philippines with 90+ day runtime. How this maritime surveillance shift affects Southeast Asia naval strategies.
Economy · PoliticsMalaysia bans Thai shrimp over sanitation dispute. Thai farmers face losses exceeding ฿1B while regional seafood prices may surge 50% in 2026.
Politics · TechThailand blocks 13,888 gambling sites during World Cup 2026. Venue owners face ฿100K-800K fines for unlicensed broadcasts. Learn licensing steps and youth gambling risks.
National News · PoliticsThai police captain kept weapon during psychiatric treatment, fired at Bhumjaithai office. Case exposes gaps in mental health screening for armed officers.