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Calls grow for gender recognition law
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/03/2026
» A recent seminar discussed ways to end discrimination, gender-based violence and hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people, while also raising concerns over honorific titles being debated by the People's Party.
Operation Pandora nets three Swedes 'tied to darknet narcotics'
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 08/03/2026
» Three Swedish men have been arrested in Thailand following a multinational crackdown on a transnational network accused of running online narcotics markets on the darknet.
Justice must extend to all women
News, Anna Hammargren and Michaela Friberg-Storey, Published on 07/03/2026
» International Women's Day, which occurs tomorrow, often brings statements of support. This year's UN theme asks a harder question -- does justice actually work for women and girls?
Is the 80-year 'Long Peace' about to end?
News, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 07/03/2026
» The Trump/Netanyahu war in the Middle East will not spread any further, and nothing going on there threatens our collective existence. The only countries that have nukes in the Middle East are Israel and the United States. Iran has none now and has never even been close to having them.
Cambodia absence highlights fragile trust
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/03/2026
» Cambodia's absence from the Cobra Gold military drill this year signals a persistent lack of trust between Thailand and Cambodia, analysts say.
Keeping Asia's growth engine on track
News, Thomas Noto Suoneto & Genevieve Donnellon-May, Published on 28/02/2026
» Asia stands at a decisive crossroads. The region remains the world's most powerful growth engine, with many Asean economies expanding above 5% and Asia-wide growth projected to exceed 4% in 2026 -- well above the global average of roughly 3.1%. Strong domestic demand, rising middle classes, and rapid technological adoption continue to propel the region forward, cementing its role as the central driver of global economic growth.
30 nations step up for annual Cobra Gold drills
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/01/2026
» The Royal Thai Armed Forces and the United States Indo-Pacific Command will co-host the 45th iteration of Cobra Gold, one of Southeast Asia's longest-running and most significant multinational military exercises, from Feb 24 to March 6, a source said. More than 8,000 personnel from 30 countries are expected to take part.
Thailand stands by air operations
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/01/2026
» Thailand yesterday reaffirmed that its recent air operations along the Thai–Cambodian border were conducted strictly in self‑defence and in full compliance with international law, as it briefed foreign defence attachés to counter misinformation and underscore its commitment to regional stability.
Major moments to watch in Thailand
News, Published on 02/01/2026
» As the nation steps into the New Year, the 'Bangkok Post' highlights several events that will define the months ahead.
Phuket eyes booming New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/12/2025
» Phuket: The island province's tourism authority has forecast a bright New Year 2026 season, with an increase in international arrivals and over a billion baht in circulation during the period.