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New canal aims to curb floods
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/03/2026
» The Office of National Water Resources (ONWR) plans to begin construction of the Chai Nat-Gulf of Thailand Flood Diversion Canal in 2027, in an effort to tackle chronic flooding across the lower Chao Phraya River basin -- one of the country's most economically vital regions.
Health ministry to limit some treatments, control meds
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 26/03/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health plans to limit certain treatments, expand telemedicine and tighten pharmaceutical management to cope with mounting resource pressures, as the Middle East war threatens global medical supply chains, permanent secretary Dr Somruek Chungsaman said.
No new Cambodian workers allowed in
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 11/03/2026
» The government has reaffirmed that no new Cambodian migrant workers will be allowed into the country due to security concerns, despite pressure from the private sector.
Cabinet extends renewal period for labourers' work permits
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 10/03/2026
» The cabinet has agreed to extend the period allowed for the renewal of work permits for about 370,000 workers from Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam until the end of this month, to help stabilise the economic sector.
Anutin to sue over MotoGP graft claims
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 09/03/2026
» Prime Minister and Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) leader Anutin Charnvirakul plans to file a libel lawsuit against Sereepisuth Temeeyaves over allegations linking him and the party to corruption.
Klatham, Democrat excluded from coalition
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 08/03/2026
» A new coalition government led by Bhumjaithai will exclude the Klatham and Democrat parties, sources say.
Thailand monitors war impact on medical supplies
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 05/03/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is closely monitoring potential drug price inflation amid unrest in the Middle East, with possible intervention in coordination with the Ministry of Commerce if necessary.
Government orders re-test for toxins
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 27/02/2026
» CHIANG RAI — Authorities will conduct another test to determine the concentration of arsenic in the Kok River, following recent research that found traces of the heavy metal in samples collected from residents living along the river.
Water safety initiative gains Japan's technical assistance
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 26/02/2026
» The Pollution Control Department (PCD) has sought Tokyo's support in collecting water samples from Myanmar's Shan State to identify a source of toxic runoff.
Prachachart Party supports Anutin to be PM
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/02/2026
» The Prachachart Party officially confirmed backing Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul to be the new prime minister on Friday. However, Prachachart leader Pol Col Tawee Sodsong expected to opt out of the alliance due to his alleged involvement in cases linked to Bhumjaithai.