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PM vows tougher anti‑corruption drive after Thailand’s low Corruption Perceptions Index ranking
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/02/2026
» The government has pledged aggressive reforms after Thailand scored 33 out of 100 and ranked 116th in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).
Rule of law ranking improves, slightly
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 30/10/2025
» Thailand's rule of law ranking improved slightly in the latest World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2025, ranking 77th out of 143 countries worldwide, says the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ).
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).
Government given failing grade on corruption
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 13/08/2025
» The Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) has criticised the Paetongtarn Shinawatra administration’s first year in power as lacking a clear direction, effective mechanisms and a genuine commitment to tackle corruption.
Beacon of hope in diabetes fight
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 14/07/2025
» Nestled in the heart of the Northeast, the small district of Phon Sawan may seem an unlikely battleground in the country's fight against chronic illness.
Thaksin backs drug fight
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 28/05/2025
» Thaksin Shinawatra has urged the government to intensify its anti-drug war against the United Wa State Army (UWSA), known as the Red Wa, that operates in Myanmar, saying the foreign affairs minister will meet with representatives of neighbouring countries to discuss measures to combat drug networks.
SSO calendar stays despite controversy
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/05/2025
» The Social Security Office (SSO) is pressing ahead with the printing of its calendar for next year, despite members and employers favouring scrapping it entirely.
Mahidol University to set up 'living drug' factory
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 02/03/2025
» Mahidol University has launched the Mahidol University Foundation Fund for Sustainability as part of efforts to enhance medical research and innovation capabilities.
Public spending over CNY set to reach five-year high
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 28/01/2025
» Public spending over the Chinese New Year period is expected to reach 51.78 billion baht, the highest in five years, according to the latest government projections.
Rainmaking flights give air quality instant boost
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/12/2024
» The air quality index (AQI) in Bangkok, its adjacent provinces and some northern provinces has reportedly improved following the first day of rainmaking flights by the Department of Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation (DRRAA).