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Cannabis Businesses Grapple with New Ministry Announcement

11 June 2025 17:15

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CHIANGMAI, June 25 (TNA) – Cannabis entrepreneurs across Thailand are urgently calling for government relief measures after new Public Health Ministry announcement effectively ended recreational marijuana use, limiting sales and consumption solely to medical purposes. Businesses, particularly in tourist hotspots like Pattaya and Chiang Mai, had invested heavily following initial decriminalization and now fear significant […]

China: A Reliable Partner and Opportunity for Thailand, ASEAN

11 June 2025 14:21

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BEIJING, June 25 (TNA) – China’s Minister of International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), Liu Jianchao, affirmed today that China remains a key opportunity and reliable partner for Thailand and ASEAN. During a meeting with former Thai ambassadors in Beijing, Liu underscored the close cooperation between Thailand and […]

Thailand Re-regulates Cannabis, Ending ‘Free’ Era

11 June 2025 12:18

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ฺBANGKOK, June 25 (TNA) – Thailand’s Public Health Ministry has enacted new regulations for cannabis, curbing its previously unregulated widespread use and emphasizing medical purposes. Effective June 23, the order designates cannabis flower as a controlled herb, mandating licenses for research, export, sale, or processing. All sales must originate from certified cultivation sources. The announcement […]

Thailand Restricts Cambodia Border, Not Full Closure

11 June 2025 12:11

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BANGKOK, June 25 (TNA) – Thailand’s Special Task Force for Thai-Cambodian Border Management (STF-TCBM) clarified on Wednesday that new measures along the border tighten controls at all crossings, rather than implementing a full closure. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura stated that permanent and temporary checkpoints are now subject to more stringent controls as part of […]

Former Envoys Reflect on Thailand-China Ties, Eye Future Cooperation

11 June 2025 16:48

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BEIJING, June 24 (TNA) – Nine former Thai ambassadors to Beijing and former Chinese ambassadors to Thailand convened today to discuss the enduring relationship between the two nations, emphasizing shared interests at bilateral, regional, and global levels. The forum, titled “Thai-China Friendship: Experience and Inspiration,” was hosted by China’s Institute of Foreign Affairs to mark […]

Thai Auto Production Sees First Rise in 21 Months in May

11 June 2025 14:51

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BANGKOK, June 24 (TNA) – Thailand’s May auto production jumped 10.32% to 139,186 units, the first increase in 21 months, driven by a 641.16% surge in BEV output. Domestic sales also grew for the second straight month, up 10.67% to 52,229 units, largely due to rising EV and ICE passenger car sales from more affordable […]

Thai Anti-Graft Body to Probe PM Paetongtarn Over Ethics Complaint

11 June 2025 11:03

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BANGKOK, June 24 (TNA) – Thailand’s National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has unanimously voted to investigate Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for alleged serious ethical misconduct. The probe follows an audio clip purportedly showing Paetongtarn conversing with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen about the Thai-Cambodian border dispute. Senate President Mongkol Surasajja submitted the complaint on June 20. […]

Energy Minister Calls Urgent Meeting Amid Hormuz Strait Threat, Assures 60-Day Oil Reserve

11 June 2025 10:55

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BANGKOK, June 24 (TNA) – Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister, Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, on Monday convened an urgent meeting to address potential energy disruptions. This follows a U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities and an Iranian parliamentary vote to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for 20% of global oil. Thailand imports […]

Thai Embassy in Doha Issues Update Following Iran Missile Interception in Qatar

11 June 2025 09:50

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DOHA, June 24 (TNA) – The Royal Thai Embassy in Doha has issued an important update and advisory for Thai nationals residing in Qatar, following an attempted missile attack by Iran on the Al Udeid Air Base. The incident occurred approximately 40 kilometers from Doha, at around 7:30 PM local time on June 23, 2025. […]

China Pledges Stronger Ties with Thailand

11 June 2025 17:06

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BEIJING, June 23 (TNA) – China’s Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to elevating relations with Thailand and cooperating on law enforcement, as a Thai delegation visited Beijing to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties. The nine-member delegation, led by Tej Bunnag, Secretary-General of the Thai Red Cross Society and a former Foreign Minister who […]

Thailand Urges Nationals to Leave Israel, Iran; First Group Returns Tonight

11 June 2025 16:37

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BANGKOK, June 23 (TNA) – Thailand Urges Nationals to Leave Israel, Iran; First Group Returns Tonight Thailand’s Foreign Ministry today urged its citizens to depart Israel and Iran as quickly as possible as regional tensions rapidly escalate, confirming the first group of Thai laborers from Israel will return tonight. While offering 24-hour assistance, the ministry […]

Thailand Tightens Cambodian Border Controls

11 June 2025 15:51

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SA KAEO, June 23 (TNA) – Thailand today enacted stricter security measures along its border with Cambodia, prohibiting motorcycles, sidecars, and pushcarts from entering at several key checkpoints and limiting access to pedestrian traffic only. The new rules, enforced by the Burapha Task Force since 5:00 AM on June 23, aim to bolster security and […]