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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.
Swedish arson fugitive arrested in Pattaya
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 25/11/2025
» PATTAYA - Police have arrested a Swedish fugitive accused of burning down a building in his home country who had been hiding in Pattaya using fake German identification documents.
Another day, another massacre
News, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 08/11/2025
» The ceasefire in Gaza, however shaky, is freeing up some bandwidth for the world's media to fret about other ongoing massacres, and UN Secretary General António Guterres wasted no time in turning the spotlight on Sudan. "The horrifying crisis in Sudan … is spiralling out of control," he said on Monday -- but he didn't explain why.
Rule of law ranking improves, slightly
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 30/10/2025
» Thailand's rule of law ranking improved slightly in the latest World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2025, ranking 77th out of 143 countries worldwide, says the Thailand Institute of Justice (TIJ).
Sri Lanka jumbos' return planned
News, Post Reporters, Published on 25/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has approved a plan for Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin to visit Sri Lanka to negotiate the return of two Thai elephants due to health concerns.
Sweden defends Thai use of Gripen jets in combat
News, Post Reporters, Published on 28/08/2025
» Thailand has every right to use the Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets it has purchased in combat, provided it complies with international law, Sweden's Defence Minister Pal Jonson said.
Gripen jet deal a 'boost for military'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 27/08/2025
» Thailand's procurement of Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets will not only strengthen the country's defence capabilities but also serve as a catalyst for the development of its own defence industry, Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa said.