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Chiang Rai Times

China Promotes Generals Amid Military Shake-up Following Corruption Purge

Chinese President Xi Jinping has promoted two top military officers to full general, a move seen as crucial for rebuilding the country's supreme military command following a sweeping anti-corruption campaign that thinned out top ranks. The promotions aim to stabilize the military ahead of the 2027 Communist Party Congress.

Bangkok Post

Govt backs 2026 investment push, eyes off-budget funds

Thailand aims to make 2026 the 'Year of Investment' despite a reduced capital expenditure share in the 2027 fiscal budget. The government plans to mobilize hundreds of billions of baht in public and private investment to support long-term economic growth, increasingly relying on off-budget financing and public-private partnerships to ease fiscal burdens.

Bangkok Post

コミュニティの回収拠点がココナッツの過剰供給をターゲットに

公開日:2026年7月5日06時42分 ライター:ソムハタイ・モシカ ココナッツ・ブリーズとして知られるラーチャブリーのアロマティック・ココナッツ・セントラル・マーケット・コミュニティ・エンタープライズは、バリューチェーン全体でアロマティック・ココナッツ産業を強化すると擁護者らは言う。 土曜日、スファジー・ストゥンプン商務大臣は進捗状況を監視するためにダムヌン・サドゥアック地区の現場を訪問し、生産者や地元の起業家と会い、支援策について話し合った。

Chiang Rai Times

Thailand Launches Nationwide Airport Security Crackdown After Hostess Drug Bust

Thailand is implementing a nationwide airport security enhancement after a flight attendant was arrested for drug trafficking at Melbourne Airport. The move aims to restore international confidence and dismantle smuggling networks. The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the incident as a critical breach.

Bangkok Post

Thailand Intensifies Crackdown on Foreign Nominee Schemes

Thailand's Commerce Ministry is set to intensify its crackdown on the illegal use of Thai nominees by foreign investors, aiming to protect fair competition and national economic interests. This move follows a significant rise in companies deemed at risk of nominee arrangements over the past two decades. Stricter registration requirements and enhanced inter-agency cooperation are being implemented.

Chiang Rai Times

Thai Drug Courier Arrested in Heroin Smuggling Case

Thai police have arrested a man suspected of smuggling heroin to a flight attendant apprehended in Australia. The suspect confessed to his involvement, and authorities are now working to identify the mastermind behind the operation.

Chiang Rai Times

Tragic Discovery in Bangkok: Young Couple Found Dead inside Locked Car

Two bodies, a man and a woman, were discovered inside a locked car in a Bangkok alley. Both exhibited unusual symptoms, including foaming at the mouth, prompting police to investigate potential toxic gas inhalation or illicit stimulant use. Efforts are underway to identify the victims and their relationship.

Bangkok Post

CAAT Imposes New Curbs on Airline Crew Transporting Goods

Following the arrest of a Thai Airways flight attendant with over 1kg of heroin at Melbourne Airport, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has banned airline crew from transporting personal items for others, tightening controls against international drug trafficking.

Chiang Rai Times

Chiang Rai Woman Arrested for Attempting to Ship Heroin to Taiwan

Thai narcotics police have arrested a woman from Chiang Rai in Bangkok for attempting to ship heroin to Taiwan. Over 2,100 grams of the drug were found concealed in coffee and Thai tea packages. The operation suggests involvement of an organized smuggling network.

Chiang Rai Times

Choosing the Right Bank for Online Account Opening in Thailand

Online bank account opening is gaining traction in Thailand, but convenience alone isn't enough. Choosing the right financial institution requires careful evaluation of account features, digital services, fees, and customer support to match individual needs.

Thailand Business News

ASEAN's Gig Economy: A Lifeline for Youth and Informal Workers

ASEAN's gig economy is a crucial income source, especially for the young and informal workers, driven by urbanization and digital growth. Evolving beyond side hustles, it's a structural part of the economy, necessitating diverse opportunities and investment strategies.

Thailand Business News

Thailand Secures $4.1 Billion in EV Investments Across 198 Projects

Thailand has secured over $4.1 billion in investment pledges across its electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, solidifying its position as Southeast Asia's automotive manufacturing hub. The investment spans 198 projects, covering batteries, components, and charging infrastructure.

Thai Newsroom

Suspect in Heroin Delivery to Flight Attendant Arrested

Thai police have arrested a man suspected of delivering a package containing heroin to a flight attendant who was later apprehended for drug smuggling in Melbourne. The suspect has confessed, and authorities are now focused on uncovering the wider international drug trafficking network.

INN News

Thai Government Yields to Public Pressure on Southern Mega-Infrastructure Projects

Following intense public protests against the proposed 1-trillion-baht "Land Bridge" and the SEC bill in southern Thailand, the government has agreed to halt the SEC bill's submission to the cabinet, establish a committee for a southern development master plan, and postpone the Land Bridge project, leading to the protest's conclusion.

MGR Online (Regional)

Chonburi Governor Rushes to Bo Win After Industrial Spill

The Governor of Chonburi Province made an urgent visit to Bo Win district following an industrial chemical spill. He ordered immediate assistance for affected residents and strict punishment for responsible businesses.

MGR Online (Regional)

商務省は「ロングコミュニティ」ラーチャブリーに対し、芳香ココナッツの流通状況を変えるよう求めている。価格下落の解決 - プレミアム市場へのレベルアップと輸出

MGR オンライン (地域) の配信先頭では「商業が「長いコミュニティ」ラーチャブリーを押し上げ、芳香ココナッツのゲームを変える。 価格下落を修正し、プレミアム市場へのレベルを上げて輸出します」と伝えています。

MGR Online (Regional)

Thai Minister Inspects Cambodian Sediment Dam Causing Riverbank Erosion

Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister "Big Dool" (Doonlaphat Lila-utai-than) inspected Trat province, where a Cambodian sediment dam is alleged to be causing erosion on the Thai riverbank. He stated that the issue is not significant if mutual understanding can be reached.

MGR Online (Business)

サトゥーン県の「タニョンポー桟橋」の固定 港湾管理者は、今年末に建設するために 3,000 万の予算を設定しました。海の観光、リペ - タルタオ - ランカウイを結ぶ扉を開く

MGR Online (Business) の公式サイト「サトゥーン州のピン「タニョンポー桟橋」ハーバーマスターは今年末に建設するために3,000万の予算を設定しました。 海上観光、リペ~タルタオ~ランカウイをつなぐ扉を開けましょう。

Thai Newsroom

Poland Seizes 1.2 Tonnes of Cannabis from Thailand in Major Drug Bust

Polish border guards seized nearly 1.2 tonnes of cannabis disguised in bricks from Thailand, dismantling an international drug smuggling network operating between Asia and Europe. Eight individuals were detained in the operation, highlighting a significant cross-border criminal enterprise.

MGR Online (South)

Phuket Foreign Labor Companies Under Scrutiny for Illegal Business Operations

The Commander of the 4th Army Area has ordered an investigation into foreign labor dispatch companies in Phuket. Foreign partnerships found operating prohibited businesses are facing legal action. This highlights concerns over foreign labor management and the protection of domestic industries.