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220,000 illegal web addresses blocked since October
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/01/2026
» The Thai government has shut down 220,000 illegal web addresses, including 180,000 gambling websites, since Oct 1 last year as part of an ongoing crackdown on cybercrime, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) announced on Wednesday.
Online shopping imports face full tax
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/01/2026
» Thailand yesterday began collecting taxes on all imported goods bought online, a move the government says will create "a level playing field" between local and imported cheap products.
Reviving the Chinese tourist market in Thailand
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/09/2025
» Chinese tourist arrivals to Thailand have dropped sharply this year, testing the new government's ability to restore confidence in what was once the country's largest tourism market before the pandemic.
Anutin urges stronger China links
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 27/09/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed the importance of economic ties with China, particularly as the manufacturing base of electronic vehicles and semiconductors, and as a logistics hub that connects China to Asean.
Govt issues fake temple news alert
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 12/08/2025
» The government has warned against circulating false information online after a claim was made that the Fine Arts Department has authorised the demolition of ancient temples or historical sites near the Thai-Cambodian border for military purposes.
Premier redirects vaping blitz to online channels after early success
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 15/03/2025
» The prime minister has said she is satisfied with the results of a crackdown on e-cigarettes, but says authorities need to get tough on online channels.
Govt turns up heat in fight against vapes
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 08/03/2025
» The government intends to set up a committee to combat the growing number of cigarettes being illegally sold in the country. So far, over 9,000 websites selling vapes have been blocked.
Boonsong release stirs flap
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/12/2024
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra denied speculation that the release on parole of former commerce minister Boonsong Teriyapirom, who was convicted of corruption in an earlier rice-pledging scheme, would pave the way for the possible return of fugitive ex-premier Yingluck Shinawatra.
Cabinet okays B5bn budget for 16 more provinces
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/12/2024
» The cabinet yesterday approved a budget of five billion baht to assist households affected by flooding in 16 additional provinces, with similar payouts made to those previously impacted by floods.
Yingluck next for return?
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 03/12/2024
» The release on parole of former commerce minister Boonsong Teriyapirom, who was convicted of corruption in the rice-pledging scheme, has heightened speculation about a possible return of fugitive former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra.