Tracking politics for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Politics · National NewsFormer MP Ekarat Changlao banned for life after embezzling 405M baht from Khon Kaen teachers' cooperative. What it means for recovery and cooperative safety.
Economy · PoliticsPM Anutin defends Thailand's ฿400B emergency borrowing decree as opposition challenges it in Constitutional Court. What this means for ฿4,000 energy payments.
Politics · EconomyCambodia's Kem Sokha receives royal pardon but remains under travel ban. What this political consolidation means for Thai border business and workers.
National News · PoliticsPolice officer killed in Pattani shooting. Latest on security changes, checkpoints, and what residents and expats in Thailand's southern provinces need to know now.
Economy · PoliticsThailand launches EV subsidies and trade-in programs to shift buyers toward electric vehicles. Learn how new policies affect car pricing, depreciation risks, and buying decisions for 2026.
Politics · National NewsChadchart leads Bangkok's June 28 gubernatorial race with proven results: 50% PM2.5 cut, 1M complaints solved in 2 days. What it means for residents.
Economy · PoliticsThai authorities targeting illegal foreign property schemes with criminal penalties up to 3 years jail. 21 foreigners detained. Critical updates for foreign investors.
Politics · National NewsThailand's competing constitutional bills target 2027 completion with Senate approval and three referendums required. Learn how political uncertainty affects residents' stability and investments.
Economy · Politics8 Thai ships trapped as Persian Gulf crisis drives up fuel, food costs. Thailand negotiates crew rescue while energy prices spike—what residents need to know.