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Emma Mary Tiglao revved up for Miss Grand International journey
September 16, 2025 | 5:13pm MANILA, Philippines — The newly-crowned Miss Grand Philippines 2025 Emma Mary Tiglao is gearing up for her departure for Thailand where she hopes to take home another Miss Grand International (MGI) title for the...

Historical roots of Thai-Cambodia border conflict
What are the historical roots of the border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia? The resentments stretch back a thousand years to the ancient Khmer empire of Angkor, and the present dispute stems from a border map drawn up by French colonisers,...

Thailand’s EV Industry, Part 1: Manufacturing Shifts & Policy Implementation
Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. In response to a reader inquiry about the electric vehicle (EV) market in Thailand, this two-part series will examine why the country has become a key driver of EV adoption...

Malaysians visiting southern Thailand becoming more adventurous
Outdoor activities and family travel beyond Hat Yai becoming more popular PUBLISHED : 16 Sep 2025 at 14:50 Malaysian visitors to southern Thailand are looking beyond Hat Yai city where massage, food and other traditional activities are offered, to...

When superstition meets the lottery: Thai traditions of prediction
From dreams and special dates to car plate numbers and strange trees, everyone has a system PUBLISHED : 16 Sep 2025 at 15:13 Superstition and lottery buying are deeply rooted in the Land of Smiles, and the two often overlap. Many Thais rely on...

New Thai PM Anutin Finalizes Cabinet Lineup to Form Government
Among Anutin’s picks, Suphajee Suthumpun, former chief executive of hotel operator Dusit Thani Pcl, was named commerce minister. Auttapol Rerkpiboon, a former chief executive of energy giant PTT Pcl, will be energy minister. Veteran diplomat...

Thai Politics Gets the Blues
Thaksin’s fall, and the People’s Party’s gambit, propelled Anutin’s rise to prime minister. Thailand’s desolate political landscape holds out uncertainty — and opportunity — for Anutin and his Bumjaithai Party. The ascent of Bhumjaithai Party’s...

Thai products showcased at China-Asean trade expo
PUBLISHED : 16 Sep 2025 at 09:03 NANNING: Thailand’s handicrafts and food products are finding fresh demand on the China-ASEAN Mercantile Exchange (Camex) in Guangxi, offering Thai brands new opportunities to connect with local Chinese...

Thai government urged to intervene as strong baht threatens exports and Pattaya tourism
Indian tourists stroll along Pattaya Beach, helping fill the city’s hotels and attractions during the low season as the strong baht begins to affect overall tourism spending. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s rapidly...

Vietnam Overtakes Thailand as Modern Chinese Tourists' Favourite
Vietnam Adapts its Strategy to Attract Modern Chinese Tourists The Vietnamese government and private tour companies are actively working to attract international visitors, particularly from China. In Quang Ninh province, which borders China,...

NASA launches Thai liquid crystal research to space for the first time
At 5.11am on Monday (September 15), SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying the Cygnus spacecraft (NG-23 mission) on a resupply run to the ISS. On board was the Thailand Liquid Crystals in Space (TLC) experiment...

How National Pride Drives the Thailand-Cambodia Territorial Dispute
The French, for their part, did not inform the Siamese that the map deviated from the watershed line. However, as Strate writes, “even if the Siamese had noticed, it is doubtful that they would have protested, since few knew of the temple’s...

Thailand pushes 55-billion-baht Samui Expressway with record-breaking sea bridge
Thailand unveils 55-billion-baht Samui Expressway with nation’s longest sea bridge – toll comparable to ferry fare. SURAT THANI, Thailand – The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) is moving forward with its ambitious plan to construct the...

Gargash tells Israel ‘law of jungle will not govern international conduct’
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed, has reiterated the country's support for Qatar in confronting “treacherous Israeli aggression”. He said the emergency Gulf and Arab-Islamic summits in Doha this week affirmed...

‘How was it?’ Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
At a glance 610 low-rise rooms and suites at Bangkok’s main airport Generous accommodation policy lets you check out a full 24 hours after you checked in Accessible from the airport via an underground walkway or free hotel shuttle Tropical...

Cambodian military families mourn as nation's Thai conflict toll exceeds 50
Thailand-Cambodia conflict Nikkei Asia analysis of Facebook posts indicates there were dozens more deaths than stated Tbong Khmum Deputy Provincial Police Chief You Rethchansara, center, attends the Aug. 1 funeral in Phnom Penh of Leam Sampov...

Thailändische Regierung soll eingreifen: Starker Baht bedroht Exporte und Tourismus in Pattaya
Indische Touristen spazieren am Strand von Pattaya entlang und füllen während der Nebensaison Hotels und Attraktionen – doch der starke Baht beginnt bereits, die Ausgaben im Tourismus zu belasten. (Foto: Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Die...

China's public security vision: Global Governance Initiative in action
In a world increasingly challenged by transnational crimes – from cyber fraud to drug trafficking, multilateral actions in promoting public security are more required than ever before. Experts from the United Nations warned that traffickers in...

Armenian, Thai MFAs hold political consultations
АрмИнфо. В Ереване состоялись первые политические консультации между министерствами иностранных дел Армении и Таиланда. С армянской стороны консультации возглавила начальника Департамента Азии и Тихоокеанского региона МИД Анаит Карапетян, с...

Thailand weighs delisting Red-Whiskered Bulbul to legalize trade and boost local economy
Authorities are studying the removal of the Red-whiskered Bulbul from the protected species list, aiming to transform the beloved songbird into a regulated economic asset. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is taking steps to remove the Red-whiskered...