Thailand

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on December 12 signed a decree dissolving the House of Representatives, paving the way for a new general election.

Thailand’s strategic goal is to become a major global production hub for electric vehicles and parts. The Thai government continues to drive towards the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) target by 2030 through systematic economic measures balanced with domestic market stability.

Thailand and Myanmar expressed a mutual desire to see peace and development in Thai-Myanmar border areas, and concurred that security operations near the border should be carried out with the utmost caution to avoid impacts on civilians.

A total of 11 communities across six districts, located outside the city’s flood-protection embankments, are at risk of being impacted directly. More than 320 households could face flooding if water overtops the riverbanks.

Thailand’s energy policy must maintain a balance between security, sustainability and affordability. Over-prioritising any one pillar would harm both the public and the country’s competitiveness.

The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and the Ministry of Commerce have launched the “Taste, Shop, Cheer” programme at all competition sites, offering selected local foods and products to showcase Thailand’s soft power and high-quality goods to the ASEAN community.

Last year, Thailand enforced a ban on open burning in its northern provinces and penalised violators, including those burning agricultural waste. The government’s tough measures helped significantly reduce PM2.5 levels during the same period.

Thailand ranked 16th out of nearly 200 countries for the most road traffic deaths per capita in 2021, WHO data shows. Nearly 33,000 people were killed in drunk driving incidents in the country from 2019 to 2023, according to public health ministry figures.

AOT estimates that, with an average of 35 million passengers passing through its six airports annually, the increase in the PSC will generate around 10 billion THB in additional revenue per year.

To reinforce long-term protection, the Thai Government appointed the Ministry of Interior as the central agency overseeing efforts to end violence against women, highlighting its strong presence at the community level.

Earlier, Thailand’s Defence Minister ordered the military to strengthen inter-sectoral coordination to intensify the crackdown on drug crimes.

The Southern Major City Stadium is currently flooded, preventing officials from preparing it for the Thai boxing event of the SEA Games.

The TCEB President concluded that achieving a Top 3 position in a global competition reflects the strong marketing potential of Thailand’s MICE industry and underscores TCEB’s success in positioning MICE as a key driver of national economic activity.

A “Single Command” system will guide rapid responses when PM2.5 levels exceed safety thresholds. Thai provinces and Bangkok are required to act quickly, protect at-risk groups, and declare disaster zones when conditions worsen

An estimated 1.9 million people have been affected in Thailand, where the meteorology agency forecast sustained heavy rain and flash floods on November 25 and warned small boats to stay ashore to avoid waves taller than 3 metres.

Under Thailand's campaign, travelers can receive a free Amazing Bag by simply presenting their passports at designated distribution points. The signature red welcome bag features curated souvenirs crafted by local Thai communities nationwide, inspired by the concept “5 Must Do in Thailand.” Each item reflects authentic Thai artistry, culture, and storytelling.

Thai cats have been present in Thai society for centuries and are closely associated with local beliefs, cultural traditions, and daily life.

The summit will take place in Phuket under the theme “The Symphony of Wellness.” The event is seen as an opportunity for the country to further reinforcing its advantages in wellness tourism and holistic healthcare services that meet international stards.

In its updated NDC 3.0 target, Thailand looks to reduce net emissions to 152 million tonnes of CO₂ equivalent and align the country with the global effort to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

The court’s spokesman Suriyan Hongvilai said the Supreme Court overruled an appeals court decision in the tax case, forcing Thaksin to follow the order by the Revenue Department to pay tax.