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Australia charges two Chinese nationals with foreign interference
AFP, Published on 11/02/2026
» CANBERRA - Australian police said on Wednesday they have charged two Chinese nationals with foreign interference, accusing them of spying on a Buddhist group at the behest of police in China.
Japanese PM Takaichi comes out on top
Oped, Taniguchi Tomohiko, Published on 11/02/2026
» Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has just scored an unprecedented victory in the country's general election. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which she leads, won 316 seats in the 465-member House of Representatives (the Diet's lower house), up sharply from 198. The combined strength of two parties that had merged hastily -- despite their fundamentally opposing platforms -- in an effort to bring Ms Takaichi down fell from 167 seats to just 49. The LDP, which celebrated its 70th anniversary last year, has never looked more robust.
Will Thailand's election deliver a stable government?
Reuters, Published on 10/02/2026
» The ruling Bhumjaithai Party scored a decisive victory in Thailand's general election, routing progressive and populist parties to put leader Anutin Charnvirakul in the running to become the first premier voted back to office in 20 years.
Cramped booths bar access at polling stations
News, Published on 09/02/2026
» NONTHABURI: A social worker has raised concerns over persistent accessibility problems at polling stations, saying cramped voting booths continue to hinder wheelchair users and voters with disabilities despite improvements by the Election Commission (EC).
The people's poll-eve wishlist
MONGKOL BANGPRAPA and AEKARACH SATTABURUTH, Published on 08/02/2026
» Thailand is entering a decisive political moment as a new government prepares to take over from its predecessor.
Six reasons why ‘Thais walk with literally zero urgency’
Online Reporters, Published on 06/02/2026
» It's a scene familiar to anyone who has spent time in Bangkok: You're navigating the crowded footpaths of Sukhumvit, trying to make your train connection, when you find yourself trapped behind someone moving at what feels like geological speed. They pause mid-stride to check their phone, drift unpredictably left and right, then stop completely, often right at the narrowest part of the walkway.
Nearly 1,800 Chinese among thousands held in huge Cambodian raid on scam compound
South China Morning Post, Published on 02/02/2026
» Cambodia has carried out a massive raid on scammer gangs, detaining more than 2,000 people amid pressure from China to crack down on its online fraud industry.
Durian market hit by labour shortages
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 02/02/2026
» Thai durian exports are expected to face several hurdles due to labour shortages and a lack of collection centres during the harvest season.
Strong baht may crimp bookings
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/01/2026
» With the baht strengthening against the US dollar, surpassing 31 to the greenback for the first time in almost five years, it should impact forward bookings for the next few months and during the low season, discouraging tourist spending.
True Takes Mobile Connectivity to Ban Laosu Nok, Unlocking Better Living in Remote Lampang
Published on 21/01/2026
» True Corporation is driving the expansion of digital infrastructure to reduce connectivity gaps in remote areas, bringing reliable communication access to communities across the nation. The company has successfully installed and activated mobile network services in Ban Laosu Nok, a remote mountain village that had previously been beyond the reach of mobile coverage. This milestone represents a meaningful step towards narrowing the digital divide and improving the quality of life for Akha and Mien ethnic communities living in Thailand’s remote and underserved regions.