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Anutin declares war on drugs, mafia
Anutin declares war on drugs, mafia
Saturday 23 May 2026 11:30 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has declared war on drugs and mafia influence, stressing that no one is above the law.
Charter change efforts falter
Charter change efforts falter
Thursday 21 May 2026 01:00 PM
BANGKOK: Nearly three months after a majority of voters endorsed the idea of a new constitution, the political establishment remains divided over how - or whether - genuine constitutional reform should proceed.
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks
Tuesday 19 May 2026 11:36 AM
HAVANA: Cuba’s leader warned yesterday (May 18) of a “bloodbath” in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes.
Putin to visit China days after Trump trip
Putin to visit China days after Trump trip
Monday 18 May 2026 11:30 AM
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China tomorrow (May 19) for a two-day visit, hot on the heels of US President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing, the Kremlin said on Saturday.
Xi warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing summit
Xi warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing summit
Friday 15 May 2026 11:00 AM
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his US counterpart Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into “conflict”, a stark opening salvo as they met in Beijing yesterday (May 14) at a superpower summit.
US Senate backs Trump on Iran war despite deadline lapse
US Senate backs Trump on Iran war despite deadline lapse
Thursday 14 May 2026 12:13 PM
WASHINGTON: US senators narrowly rejected a resolution curbing President Donald Trump’s power to wage war on Iran yesterday (May 13) - their first vote on the conflict since a 60-day deadline expired for the White House to seek formal authorisation.
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Anutin says B400bn loan decree cannot be derailed
Wednesday 13 May 2026 09:29 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has cast aside fears that the government’s B400 billion emergency loan decree could be derailed after the opposition petitioned the Constitutional Court for a ruling on its legality.
Trump brushes aside Taiwan concerns ahead of Xi meet
Trump brushes aside Taiwan concerns ahead of Xi meet
Tuesday 12 May 2026 11:27 AM
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said yesterday (May 10) he was ready to discuss US arms sales to Taiwan during his visit this week to Beijing, as he suggested his personal chemistry with counterpart Xi Jinping would prevent a Chinese invasion of the island.
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Anutin signals changes to visa policy
Tuesday 12 May 2026 09:01 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signalled a review of Thailand’s visa-free entry policy yesterday (May 11) following the arrest of a Chinese national linked to a suspected illegal arms network in Pattaya.
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
Monday 11 May 2026 01:29 PM
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asia trade today (May 11).
Thaksin released from prison
Thaksin released from prison
Monday 11 May 2026 12:34 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra left Klongprem Central Prison in Bangkok on parole and was greeted by family members and a crowd of supporters this morning (May 11).
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
PM calls for cooperation and unity during Cebu summit trip
Monday 11 May 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has concluded his participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, underscoring Thailand’s role in promoting regional peace, stability and cooperation amid global uncertainty.
What does China want out of Trump’s visit?
What does China want out of Trump’s visit?
Sunday 10 May 2026 03:00 PM
BEIJING: US President Donald Trump is due to visit China on May 14-15, where he is expected to meet leader Xi Jinping, after delaying an earlier summit because of the Iran war.
Thai and Cambodian leaders to meet at ASEAN summit
Thai and Cambodian leaders to meet at ASEAN summit
Thursday 7 May 2026 03:57 PM
CEBU: The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia ‌are preparing to meet in the Philippines for rare talks following deadly fighting between the neighbours last year, as a ceasefire holds but with no formal resolution in sight.
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
No advisory role for Thaksin: Julapun
Monday 4 May 2026 12:09 PM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will not take any formal advisory role after his expected parole from prison, though he remains a key ideological influence within Pheu Thai, says leader Julapun Amornvivat.
Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Thaksin granted parole, set for release on May 11
Thursday 30 April 2026 10:41 AM
BANGKOK: Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been approved for parole without the requirement to wear an electronic monitoring (EM) device, with his release scheduled for May 11.
Thai foreign minister voices frustration with US
Thai foreign minister voices frustration with US
Wednesday 29 April 2026 10:30 AM
BANGKOK: Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has expressed frustration with the United States, saying the country has received no offers of help from Washington with the wide-ranging economic damage from the American-Israeli war against Iran.
Iran foreign minister arrives in Russia as US talks remain stalled
Iran foreign minister arrives in Russia as US talks remain stalled
Monday 27 April 2026 12:55 PM
MOSCOW: Iran’s foreign minister arrived in Russia today (Apr 27) as peace efforts between Tehran and Washington hung in the balance, following a flurry of regional diplomacy and the collapse of planned talks in Pakistan.
Government plans B4,000 aid rollout
Government plans B4,000 aid rollout
Monday 27 April 2026 10:00 AM
BANGKOK: The government’s new “Thai Help Thai Plus” subsidy programme is expected to be submitted to the Cabinet in May and rolled out in June, with each eligible participant receiving B1,000 per month for four months, totalling B4,000.
China’s foreign minister to tour Southeast Asia
China’s foreign minister to tour Southeast Asia
Wednesday 22 April 2026 11:30 AM
BEIJING: China’s top diplomat Wang Yi will embark on a three-country visit to Southeast Asia this week, seeking to strengthen ties in the face of “risks”, Beijing said yesterday (Apr 21).

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