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THAILAND

Watershed harm probed

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 18/02/2026

» Officials have confirmed extensive illegal logging and road construction inside a protected watershed area of the Mae Yuam Wildlife Sanctuary in Mae Hong Son province, following public allegations.

THAILAND

Tearful Natthaphong vows to fight on

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 10/02/2026

» People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut fought back tears as he reflected on his party’s defeat in Sunday’s election, insisting it was not the right time for him to step down and pledging to lead the party with renewed determination.

THAILAND

Democrats oppose Land Bridge project

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/01/2026

» The Democrat Party said it opposes the Land Bridge megaproject, insisting that local residents in the affected areas must first approve any development.

THAILAND

Talks fail to secure truce

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/12/2025

» Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold further discussions under the General Border Committee (GBC) framework on Wednesday, following crisis talks in Malaysia, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.

THAILAND

Will MoU referendum open Pandora's Box?

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 06/10/2025

» The long-standing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has resurfaced in public debate following Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's announcement that his government plans to hold a national referendum, likely alongside the next election, to ask voters whether Thailand should revoke or retain two key bilateral agreements -- MoU 43 (on land boundaries) and MOU 44 (on overlapping maritime zones).

THAILAND

Chinese flock to Vietnam due to Thailand safety fears

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/09/2025

» Vietnam has surpassed Thailand in terms of attracting Chinese tourists, but safety and premium tourism hold the key to recapturing the market, according to Aksornsri Phanishsarn, an associate professor of economics at Thammasat University.

OPINION

BJT may seek wriggle room from pact

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 20/09/2025

» Now that the dust has settled, it appears the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) is discreetly abandoning its promises regarding the push to rewrite the charter -- a major condition in exchange for the People's Party's (PP) support for its leader's premiership bid.

THAILAND

Ex-mayor in Chai Nat gets 5 years

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 19/09/2025

» A former mayor in Chai Nat province has been jailed for five years for corruption after misusing municipal workers and equipment.

THAILAND

Sa Kaeo governor pledges to reclaim Ban Nong Chan bordering Cambodia

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 26/08/2025

» Sa Kaeo governor Parinya Phothisat has pledged to reclaim all land at Ban Nong Chan in Khok Sung district that has long been encroached upon by Cambodian nationals, stressing that the area is indisputably Thai territory. He also promised to accelerate the issuance of land title deeds for eligible residents.

OPINION

Can Pheu Thai retain its grip on power?

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 12/07/2025

» Thaksin Shinawatra reappeared in politics after a conspicuous absence following the leak of the phone conversation between his daughter, Prime Minister Paetongtarn and former Cambodian PM Hun Sen.