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Govt denies plotting VAT hike
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The government has firmly denied reports suggesting a planned hike in value-added tax (VAT) from 7% to 10%, describing the claims as misinformation and reiterating its commitment to easing the cost of living for the general public.
PM mulls 500-billion-baht loan bid
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/04/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed his deputy Ekniti Nitithanprapas and the Council of State to study the legal implications of issuing an emergency loan decree and expanding the country's public debt ceiling.
Parole for Thaksin still on track
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The parole process for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is proceeding in accordance with established legal procedures, with a key committee meeting scheduled for next Wednesday, according to Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon Naowarat.
Government plans to borrow 500 billion baht
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 21/04/2026
» The government is preparing to issue an emergency decree to borrow 500 billion baht and raise the public debt ceiling, which would allow it to stabilise the country's fiscal position.
New US visa rules draw opposition
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» The United States Embassy in Thailand on Monday announced new visa application rules requiring applicants to make their social media pages public for review of online activity.
Senators question land bridge
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 21/04/2026
» Senators have raised objections to the government's one-trillion-baht land bridge megaproject, citing economic impacts, environmental concerns and a lack of a thorough public hearing process.
Govt in talks to secure fertiliser supply from Russia
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 21/04/2026
» Thailand is moving to secure fertiliser supplies from Russia as tightening global markets spark concerns over potential domestic shortages, Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit said.
Dialogue sought after army remarks
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» Education Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong will convene a meeting with administrators of Islamic educational institutions on April 29 to address misunderstandings and strengthen cooperation following a controversy involving the Fourth Army Area commander.
Leadership shake-up for opposition People's Party
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/04/2026
» The People's Party (PP) is set to undergo a significant leadership reshuffle, with Veerayooth Kanchoochat, currently deputy leader, positioned to take over from party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, sources say.
Iran says final deal with US still far off
News, Published on 20/04/2026
» TEHRAN: The strategic Strait of Hormuz remained closed on yesterday amid a stand-off between Iran and the United States, with Iran's parliament speaker signalling a final peace deal remained "far" off despite some progress in negotiations.