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Thailand offers backing for Myanmar's bid to normalise Asean ties 

Reuters, Published on 22/04/2026

» Thailand ‌wants to play a leading role in Myanmar's bid to normalise its ties with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) after five years on the sidelines, the Thai foreign minister said ahead of a meeting on Wednesday with new President Min Aung Hlaing.

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Foreign Ministry launches diplomatic reset plan

News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 22/04/2026

» Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has unveiled a more proactive diplomatic strategy aimed at guiding the country through growing global uncertainty.

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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.

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PM mulls 500-billion-baht loan bid

News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/04/2026

» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed his deputy Ekniti Nitithanprapas and the Council of State to study the legal implications of issuing an emergency loan decree and expanding the country's public debt ceiling.

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Parole for Thaksin still on track

News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026

» The parole process for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is proceeding in accordance with established legal procedures, with a key committee meeting scheduled for next Wednesday, according to Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon Naowarat.

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Under-fire 4th Army chief keeps position

News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026

» The Defence Minister yesterday confirmed there would be no transfer of the Fourth Army Area commander despite public pressure, adding that a recent controversy involving the commander has now been cleared up.

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Common ticketing set for 2027 launch

News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026

» The Transport Ministry is set to launch a comprehensive common ticketing system next year to decentralise service operations and elevate the national transportation system, Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said yesterday.

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Border on alert amid Myanmar raids

News, Assawin Pinitwong, Published on 22/04/2026

» Security has been tightened along the Thai–Myanmar border in Mae Hong Son province after Myanmar airstrikes hit Karen National Union (KNU) positions opposite Mae Sariang and Sob Moei districts, prompting Thai authorities to place ranger units and local agencies on 24-hour alert.

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Thailand-China robotic surgery a first

Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 21/04/2026

» Thailand has successfully carried out its first cross-border tele-robotic surgery, marking a significant advance in the country’s medical technology and international healthcare collaboration, the Ministry of Public Health announced on Tuesday.

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Scrapping of Cambodia maritime pact on agenda

Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/04/2026

» The National Security Council (NSC) is scheduled to discuss the possible cancellation of a 2001 maritime boundary agreement with Cambodia when it meets on Wednesday, according to Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.