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BANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) – A renowned sculptor in Nakhon Ratchasima province is creating a large Buddhist lent candle in the likeness of Lt Gen Boonsin Padklang, commander of Thailand’s Second Army Region, for an upcoming festival. The candle, depicting Lt. Gen. Boonsin in military uniform and saluting, is slated to be a highlight at […]

BANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) – China’s acting ambassador to Thailand has emphasized that the relationship between China and Thailand serves as a model for peaceful cooperation between countries with differing political systems and sizes. Wu Zhiwu, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China to Thailand, told Thai News Agency’s […]

ฺBANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra today began her tenure as the new Minister of Culture, expressing enthusiasm for the role despite her temporary suspension as Prime Minister. Arriving at the Ministry of Culture Friday morning, Paetongtarn, in purple Thai silk, received a warm welcome from Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit, other […]

BANGKOK, July 4 (TNA) – Thailand’s new cabinet, led by Acting Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit, was sworn in yesterday before Their Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida at Ampornsan Throne Hall. The ceremony, held at 11:11 AM, marked the formal assumption of duties for the government. Key appointments include Phumtham Wechayachai as Deputy Prime […]

BANGKOK, July 2 (TNA) – Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira met with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce today, emphasizing a commitment to “win-win” trade agreements and long-term partnership with the United States. On his inaugural U.S. visit, Pichai led a delegation in discussions with senior U.S. business representatives, including Charles Freeman, […]

BANGKOK, July 1 (TNA) – Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appeared in the Criminal Court on Tuesday for the initial hearing in a high-profile royal insult and computer crime case, stemming from a 2015 interview with foreign media. Thaksin, 75, arrived at the court amidst a significant media presence. Before he slipped past the […]

BANGKOK, July 1 (TNA) – Thailand’s new “Paetongtarn 1/2” Cabinet has received royal endorsement, with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra taking on an additional role as Minister of Culture. The new government is set to be sworn in on July 3. The reshuffle, officially published in the Royal Gazette, saw several changes to ministerial portfolios. Phumtham […]