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THAILAND

Toxic haze in the North triggers lung risks: expert

News, PANUMET TANRAKSA, Published on 19/04/2026

» A Chiang Mai respiratory specialist has warned that hazardous PM2.5 levels could trigger severe lung inflammation as extreme pollution linked to wildfires grips northern provinces.

THAILAND

Negotiations with Cambodia 'must follow protocol'

News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/04/2026

» Thailand is ready to enter negotiations with Cambodia over border issues but talks must follow proper procedures and mutual readiness, including the formation of Thailand's Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) team, said Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.

THAILAND

Soldier held over rape of teenage girl

News, Published on 18/04/2026

» A 20-year-old army private has been handed over to police after allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl in a public toilet during Songkran festivities on Khao San Road, the First Army Area said.

THAILAND

Policy viability under scrutiny

News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 17/04/2026

» Analysts have expressed caution over the feasibility of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's "Five Pillars" policy roadmap, unveiled under the slogan "Promises Delivered," citing a lack of clearly differentiated initiatives, the absence of a "signature" policy, and the lack of an explicit commitment to constitutional amendments.

THAILAND

New push to keep fares low

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 17/04/2026

» The government has approved a 2.06 billion baht support package for the transport sector, aiming to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices, stabilise fares and ease pressure on household living costs.

THAILAND

Songkran just the tonic amid Mideast ructions

News, Jakkrit Waewkraihong, Published on 17/04/2026

» The Songkran festival has played a crucial role in supporting and reviving the economy during a period of energy-related uncertainty, with expectations rising for further stimulus measures to sustain momentum, an academic said.

THAILAND

People’s Party says cost-relief schemes too limited

News, Post Reporters, Published on 16/04/2026

» Sirikanya Tansakun, deputy leader of the People's Party (PP), opposes the proposed Khon La Khrueng Plus co-payment scheme, arguing it is ill-suited to economic conditions and calling on the government to prioritise easing the cost of living instead.

THAILAND

Iran war's financial toll runs deep

News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 16/04/2026

» The ripple effects of the 2026 US–Israel war against Iran are being felt far beyond the geopolitical stage. In Thailand, the consequences arrive not as headlines, but as adjustments in everyday life with postponed plans and mounting worries.

SUSTAINABILITY

BAAC and GIZ unveil 'ESG risk radar'

News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/04/2026

» The Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BACC) recently launched a financial assessment tool to help farmers cope with the impact of climate change.

THAILAND

Tourism tops over Songkran

News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/04/2026

» The tourism sector is expected to generate more than 30.35 billion baht in revenue during the Songkran holiday, up 6% from last year, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), with foreign visitors also making a bigger contribution.