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PM mulls SSO restructuring
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/01/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the Social Security Office (SSO) to clarify recent controversies surrounding its operations and has floated the idea of a long-term reform modelled on the Government Pension Fund (GPF).
Big-spenders abound as poll race tightens
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/01/2026
» With only two weeks to go before the Feb 8 general election, the battle over economic policy has intensified into what many observers describe as a full-blown "populism war". Major political parties are locked in a contest of ever more generous handouts, welfare schemes and cash-based incentives, each attempting to outbid the other to secure votes.
Rival parties outline conscription plans
News, Post Reporters, Published on 26/12/2025
» The People's Party (PP) and the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) have placed military conscription reform at the forefront of their policy platforms, but while both emphasise voluntary service, their proposals differ in clarity, implementation and scale.
Car insurance to go digital next year
Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 03/12/2025
» Insurers in Thailand will be required to offer compulsory motor insurance policies in fully digital format from Jan 1, 2026, according to the Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC).
Empowering Thai Youth with Financial Skills for Life
Published on 31/10/2025
» As financial literacy becomes an increasingly vital life skill for Thailand’s younger generations, a new collaboration is setting out to make learning about money both engaging and accessible. The Money Coach, led by renowned financial educator Mr Jakkapong Mespan, also known as “Coach Noom”, has partnered with Sea (Thailand)—a leading internet platform provider encompassing Shopee, Garena, and Monee—to launch Money for Teen, a free online financial course designed for secondary-level students and above. Tailored to today’s digital-native learners, the programme features eight practical and comprehensive modules that help students, parents, and educators nationwide build essential money management skills while laying the groundwork for integration into Thailand’s compulsory education system.
Chery Thailand Unveils Electric V23 and Hybrid TIGGO8 SUVs
Published on 01/10/2025
» CHERY, a leading automotive brand under the globally recognised innovation leader Chery Automobile, unveiled the “Chery Thailand Grand Premiere Launch” — marking the official price announcement of the V23, a 100% electric SUV designed with urban style in mind, as well as the debut of the TIGGO8 CSH, a seven-seat premium SUV crafted for modern families.
Theft prank; evil eye; durian feast; errant monk
News, Published on 14/09/2025
» An Udon Thani man, frustrated with life, stole gold rings from two stores in succession, claiming he wanted to go to jail to "take a rest".
Asean urged to end punitive drug laws
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/09/2025
» Civil society groups across Southeast Asia have called on Asean to move away from punitive drug policies and adopt harm reduction measures as the bloc drafts a new post-2025 strategy.
Unemployment benefits raised for laid-off workers
News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/07/2025
» Insured workers under the social security system are eligible for more generous benefits as the Labour Ministry has officially raised unemployment compensation rates.
Report of visa-free entry to EU for Thais untrue, says ministry
Online Reporters, Published on 30/06/2025
» The Foreign Ministry has dismissed as untrue a report circulated online that the European Union would lift the Schengen visa requirement for Thai visitors.