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Workers protest against pension changes and low wages
Post Reporters, Published on 24/04/2026
» Workers’ groups groups rallied at the Ministry of Labour on Friday to protest against planned changes in the way pensions are calculated and to press for a higher minimum wage amid rising living costs.
Campaigners press for pension overhaul
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/04/2026
» The Labour Ministry has pledged to speed up its review of a proposed overhaul of Thailand's pension calculation system, amid growing pressure from insured workers seeking a fairer formula, though officials have stopped short of committing to a firm timeline.
Government co-payment share to rise to 60%
Post Reporters, Published on 23/04/2026
» The government’s next co-payment stimulus programme will feature a 60:40 split of approved spending by consumers, with the government paying 60%, according to Prime Minister’s Office Minister Paradorn Prissananantakul.
Govt denies plotting VAT hike
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The government has firmly denied reports suggesting a planned hike in value-added tax (VAT) from 7% to 10%, describing the claims as misinformation and reiterating its commitment to easing the cost of living for the general public.
Ayutthaya station redesign to cut heritage impacts
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» The State Railway of Thailand has revised the design of Ayutthaya station on the Thai-China high-speed rail line in order to minimise the project's impact on the city's Unesco World Heritage sites.
Drugs link to rising youth mental illness
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/04/2026
» Methamphetamine, cannabis and kratom remain key drivers of drug abuse among youth, with mental health complaints linked to drug use rising to 77.44%, according to research released this week.
Pharmacy council pushes pay, job reforms
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/04/2026
» Pharmacists need better pay and employment conditions to strengthen healthcare services, says the Pharmacy Council of Thailand.
Arrests made in MP ambush case
Post Reporters, Published on 13/04/2026
» The Fourth Army Region commander confirmed the arrest of four suspects linked to the attempted assassination of Narathiwat MP Kamonsak Leewamoh, as authorities continue to hunt for a fifth suspect.
People’s Party on back foot over reform
Post Reporters, Published on 11/04/2026
» If there is one issue that should naturally belong to the People’s Party, it is the politics of institutional reform — especially when that reform touches on the privileges, perks and opaque benefits enjoyed by political and state elites.
Navy invites frigate bids
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/04/2026
» The Royal Thai Navy has disclosed the names of 11 international shipbuilders invited to submit proposals for its new frigate procurement programme, with three South Korean companies among the contenders.