Pheu Thai Seeks Support for New PM Vote

BANGKOK, Sept 1 (TNA) – Thailand’s political uncertainty continues as the Pheu Thai Party and its allies work to form a new government and elect the country’s 32nd prime minister. The efforts follow the recent ousting of former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, which left a political vacuum. A key move came on Sunday when senior […]

Thai Constitutional Court Sacks Prime Minister

BANGKOK, Aug 29 (TNA) – Thailand’s Constitutional Court on Friday dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office, ruling that a leaked phone conversation with Cambodia’s former leader constituted a grave ethical violation. The decision brings an end to her premiership, which began just over a year ago. The ruling stemmed from a petition filed by […]

Thai Court Dismisses PM for Ethics Violation

BANGKOK, Aug 29 (TNA) – BREAKING — Thailand’s Constitutional Court has dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office after ruling she committed a serious ethics violation. The case was brought forward by 36 senators who petitioned the Constitutional Court to rule on whether Paetongtarn’s appointment violated the constitution. The petition, often referred to as the […]

Landslide Search Continues in Northern Thailand

CHIANG MAI, Aug 29 (TNA) – Rescue teams in northern Thailand are continuing to search for three people still missing after a landslide in the village of Ban Pang Ung, Mae Chaem District, on Wednesday. The search, now in its third day, follows the recovery of six bodies. The landslide destroyed seven homes and partially […]

Thailand Declares Martial Law at Border

SA KAEO, Aug 29 (TNA) – A Thai military commander has declared martial law in the border area of Ban Nong Chan in Sa Kaeo province following disturbances reportedly caused by Cambodians. The Burapha Task Force announced the measure to maintain peace and order, immediately prohibiting weapons and weapon-like objects in the area. The announcement […]

Highway Cut Off in Mae Hong Son After Storm Kajiki

MAE HONG SON, Aug 28 (TNA) – Following the passage of storm Kajiki, several provinces in northern Thailand have been impacted by flash floods, with Highway 108 in Mae Hong Son province completely cut off. Large piles of logs and trees remain along the roadside after floodwaters receded. The Provincial Administration Organization has deployed heavy […]

Foreign Minister Clarifies Border Situation at Geneva Talks

GENEVA, Aug 28 (TNA) – Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa has clarified Thailand’s position on its border dispute with Cambodia to international officials in Geneva, asserting that Cambodia has violated international agreements.  He affirmed that Thailand is acting in accordance with the UN Charter and international law. The minister met with Ms. Tomiko Ishikawa, President […]

Thai Police Oppose Bail for Former Monk

BANGKOK, Aug 27 (TNA) – Thai police are opposing bail for a former monk and a faith influencer on charges of embezzling temple donations. The former abbot of Wat Phrabat Namphu, Alongkot Pholamuk  and Seksan “Mor Bee” Sapsubbsakul, who helped raise funds for the temple and HIV patients, were taken to the Central Criminal Court […]

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