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Minister's 'stress' theory misses the point
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/02/2026
» Malaysia's Minister for Religious Affairs, Datuk Zulkifli Hasan, has grabbed global media headlines with his remarks on the LGBTQ+ community. The minister was quoted as saying the sexual orientation of LGBTQ+ individuals is caused by a lifestyle of excessive work-related stress, social pressure, sexual experiences and insufficient religious observance.
Ministry rejects ceasefire violation allegations
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 13/01/2026
» The Foreign Affairs Ministry said in a statement on Monday that Thailand is adhering to the ceasefire with Cambodia and dismissed allegations of territorial occupation or military operations across the border.
Thai initiatives 'making good progress'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/12/2025
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is optimistic that the initiatives proposed by Thailand through Asean will be ready for implementation next year, according to Bolbongse Vangphaen, director-general of the Asean Affairs Department.
Half-century of Thai-UAE diplomatic relations
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/12/2025
» As Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, the Gulf state's ambassador to Thailand, Obaid Saeed Obaid Bintaresh Aldhaheri, reaffirmed the steady expansion of bilateral cooperation, noting that both nations have made "remarkable progress across all fields" since establishing formal ties.
Command centre set up to help Hat Yai tourists
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/11/2025
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has set up a special command centre to assist tourists affected by severe flooding in Hat Yai district of Songkhla, including about 4,200 Malaysians stranded by the inundation.
Thai nationals in Nepal and Qatar ‘remain safe’
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/09/2025
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that around 100 Thai nationals in Nepal remain safe despite the recent unrest in the country.
Education Fair marks 60 years of strong ties
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/09/2025
» Singapore is keen on further strengthening education cooperation with Thailand, as the two nations celebrate six decades of close partnership.
Pride seen as 'economic opportunity'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/05/2025
» While the recently passed Marriage Equality Bill marks a historic milestone for Thailand's LGBTQ+ community, some experts say the country must go further by positioning this group in the upcoming Pride Month not just as symbols of progress but as drivers of economic growth.
Thailand eyes OECD membership by 2030
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/05/2025
» Thailand aims to become a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) by 2030, which would help align the country's policy frameworks with international standards, boost investment, and amplify its voice on global economic platforms.
Anand urges education equality
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/05/2024
» Former prime minister Anand Panyarachun said yesterday that urgent action is needed to address education inequality and restore hope among Thailand’s younger generation.