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Papal Honour for Thailand’s Dr Phornthep Phornprapha
Published on 03/12/2025
» Marking a proud milestone for the Catholic community in Thailand, a high papal honour has been conferred upon Dr Phornthep Phornprapha in recognition of his unwavering dedication and distinguished service to society and the Church. Bestowed personally by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, the Knight of the Order of Saint Gregory the Great was presented during a ceremony held recently at Assumption Cathedral in Bangkok, presided over by Archbishop Peter Bryan Wells, Apostolic Nuncio to the Kingdom of Thailand.
Italy awards top honours to Khunying Patama and Dr Somsak
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/08/2025
» Italy has bestowed two of its highest national honours on two prominent Thai figures in recognition of their exceptional contributions to international relations, philanthropy and the strengthening of cultural and economic ties between Italy and Thailand.
Mind the Gap: Queer perspectives across cultures and generations
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 24/06/2025
» Continuing the pride celebration from the previous episode, the eighth episode of Bangkok Post’s Mind the Gap explores questions such as: Is Thailand truly a tolerant or accepting place for the LGBTQIA+ community? What parallels and challenges do LGBTQIA+ people face in Thailand and the Philippines? And how do different generations and cultures understand the meaning of ‘pride’?
Thai monk hails 'unity in diversity' during pilgrimage to Indonesia
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 11/05/2025
» YOGYAKARTA: Thirty-six Thai monks arrived at Borobudur Temple on Saturday, marking the culmination of a spiritual pilgrimage spanning over 2,500 kilometres on foot from Thailand to Indonesia in celebration of Vesak Day.
PM signs condolence book for Pope Francis
Post Reporters, Published on 01/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Thursday visited the Apostolic Nunciature of Thailand, the formal name for the Vatican embassy, to sign the book of condolences following the passing of Pope Francis.
ThaiBev Pays Tribute to the Late Pope Francis
Published on 26/04/2025
» His Excellency Archbishop Peter Bryan Wells, Apostolic Nuncio to the Kingdom of Thailand and Cambodia and Papal Representative to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, graciously received Mr Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, Chief Executive Officer of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev), together with Professor Dr Apinan Poshyananda, Mr Dusit Khemasakchai, Mr Nitikorn Kraivixien, Mr Wirat Meksamphan, and Mr Patrick Horatanachai, who paid tribute to His Holiness Pope Francis at the Apostolic Nunciature in Thailand.
Culture minister praises late pope
News, Published on 24/04/2025
» The Ministry of Culture is inviting the public to express their condolences at the Apostolic Nunciature to Thailand until Saturday, following Pope Francis's death on Monday.
Thai casino bill hits hard wall
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 20/04/2025
» The fate of the casino-entertainment complex bill hangs in the balance after the Pheu Thai-led government backed away from its bid to push the bill through parliament in a hurry following strong opposition from various sectors.
Protesters demand casino bill be withdrawn, not just delayed
Post Reporters, Published on 09/04/2025
» Groups opposed to the Entertainment Complex Bill gathered outside the parliament on Wednesday, demanding the government’s casino legislation not only be delayed but withdrawn.
Casino bill draws chorus of dissent
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 06/04/2025
» Opposition to the Entertainment Complex bill is gathering pace with doctors, academics and schools joining anti-casino protests ahead of the House's deliberation of the bill on Wednesday.